Laboratory Technician, Petroleum

Laboratory Technician, Petroleum - Corpus Christi, Texas

We at Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions, are actively seeking a Petroleum Laboratory Technician to join our Caleb Brett team at our Corpus Christi, TX facility.

The Laboratory Technician is responsible for performing duties to support analytical testing for Intertek and its clients. The Technician maintains associated records, thus supporting the goal of providing a service to our clients that is accurate, timely and cost effective.

Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skillset, experience, qualifications, and other job related duties.

In addition to competitive compensation packages, benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation and sick time packages, tuition reimbursement and more.

• Performs numerous chemical and physical tests based on American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) methods or accepted industry standards in multiple test areas
• Assist with equipment calibration, maintenance and basic troubleshooting
• Cleans glassware and test equipment
• Assists with preparing reagents as needed
• Records data on appropriate data sheets and reports data to LIMS system
• Responsible for maintaining quality records, control charts, and lab supply inventories
• Responsible for complying with safety, quality and housekeeping requirements.
• Participates in cross training as needed

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details.

• Ability to work in fast‑paced, multi‑tasking environment with shifting priorities and demanding deadlines
• Must be detailed‑oriented and able to effectively prioritize and organize workload, with efficient time management
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal written and presentation formats
• Must possess the fundamental technical and administrative skills required to perform the job duties
• Must be customer focused and quality driven
• Must demonstrate ability to multi‑task in high production testing areas
• Must possess adequate math and observation skills
• Must demonstrate proficiency using LIMS applications and established chemistry lab processes
• Must demonstrate excellent team communication, coordination and cooperation
• Must demonstrate ability to follow standard and non‑standard procedures
• Must demonstrate ability to utilize non‑complex and complex instrumentation
• Prefer proficiency with Microsoft Office software, including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Must be able to work overtime as business needs dictate
• Valid Driver’s License and reliable driving record preferred

• High school diploma or GED (preferred)
• Valid Driver’s License and reliable driving record (preferred)
• GC Experience (preferred)

Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Intertek is a drug‑free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre‑employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.