Lab Technician

SUMMARY

This position performs basic to moderate   difficulty   laboratory tests to   determine   chemical or physical characteristics   designated   by our clients.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

- Sets up, adjusts and   operates   laboratory equipment for which the technician has been adequately trained and has been verified to   operate   correctly   in accordance with   applicable standards and sound laboratory practice.

- Perform analytical tests of basic to moderate difficulty from well-defined standards and procedures .    Laboratory technicians must be verified to be able to perform all tests   in accordance with   applicable standards and sound laboratory practice.

- Clean and sterilize laboratory equipment.

- Calibrate laboratory instruments for which the technician has been adequately trained and has been verified to   operate   correctly   in accordance with   applicable standards and sound laboratory practice.

- Prepare chemical solutions according to standard formulas.

- Exercise procedural, safety and quality requirements specified in laboratory and safety manuals and company policies.

- Attend training and pass   appropriate examinations   in petroleum, chemical and gas analysis, including Right-to-Know training, hazardous materials disposal, and other safety and compliance training required by applicable regulations.

- Understand and be able to complete laboratory raw data sheets and make   accurate   entries into laboratory computer programs.

- Resolve routine issues without supervision   required .

- Attend regular safety meetings.

QUALIFICATIONS

- High school diploma or GED   required .

- At least one-year related laboratory experience and/or training preferred

- Ability to use Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Access).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

- Has a working knowledge of basic to moderate difficulty methods and safety standards, including ASTM, UOP, IP and other well-defined analytical standards and procedures used in the laboratory.

- Ability to write basic routine reports and correspondence.

- Ability to speak professionally with customers or employees of   organization .

- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

- Ability to compute rate, ratio, percent, and quantities (linear, volumetric, or weight) and to read and interpolate applicable data and tables. Able to draw and interpret applicable graphs and control charts.

- Ability to apply common   sense   understanding to carry out instructions   furnished   in written, oral, or diagram form.

- Requires the ability to   work   a non-traditional work hours/ days   schedule, including overtime.

COMPETENCIES

- Leading Self:   has a self-awareness of how actions are perceived and how to respond to feedback .    Leading with empathy towards others and understanding the world from their point of view.

- Customer Orientation:  Focused on delivering high-quality service and meeting client expectations.

- HSSEQ Awareness:   Understanding of   safety, security, and quality standards within the industry ( advantageous ).

- Communication & Collaboration:  Strong interpersonal skills to liaise with internal teams and customers.

Core Laboratories, including all of its affiliated and related entities, is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. Employment decisions are made regardless of characteristics including, but not limited to, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, religion, genetic information, protected veteran or uniformed service member status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable law.