Sr Fuels Tester

Valero • Sunray, TX

161d

About The Position

Sets up, adjusts and operates laboratory equipment. Performs physical and chemical tests, safely and according to established procedures. Follows written or verbal procedures, and instructions. Checks results against established specifications to Company needs. Participates in the Company Lab QA/QC program to determine consistency and accuracy of lab test procedures and techniques. Refers to tables and uses formulas to compute physical and chemical properties. Records and checks all data, calculations and results for accuracy in standard lab format. Reports irregularities in any analysis or result to appropriate personnel. Handles samples and chemicals safely and according to the Company Lab Procedure. Cleans lab equipment and work areas to assure the accurate, safe, and efficient functioning of the laboratory. This position is hourly nonexempt status, which means you are eligible for overtime pay.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• College level algebra, or equivalent, and two semester courses of college level chemistry required.
• Ability to learn and progress through the prepared Laboratory Training Program required.
• Must be able to work well in a team environment.
• Excellent oral communications skills to effectively interact with personnel required.

Nice To Haves

• Petroleum laboratory experience preferred.
• Excellent PC skills preferred.
• Knowledge of ASTM, UOP, and other standard Laboratory testing methods preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sets up, adjusts and operates laboratory equipment.
• Performs physical and chemical tests according to established procedures.
• Follows written or verbal procedures and instructions.
• Checks results against established specifications.
• Participates in the Company Lab QA/QC program.
• Refers to tables and uses formulas to compute physical and chemical properties.
• Records and checks all data, calculations and results for accuracy.
• Reports irregularities in any analysis or result to appropriate personnel.
• Handles samples and chemicals safely according to the Company Lab Procedure.
• Cleans lab equipment and work areas.

Benefits

• Excellent benefits package.
• Opportunities for personal growth.
• Caring and committed culture.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees