Field Technician

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

The Field Operations Technician I MIN is responsible for collecting samples, observation, and/or inspection of products or raw materials for laboratory analysis by performing the following duties.

• Works under immediate supervision to perform job functions.
• Collects samples as product and or raw materials that are being transferred to containers, vessels, barges, trucks, and/or rail.
• Ensures sample containers and all related paperwork are labeled with identifying data, location of sample, date, and time of collection.
• Delivers sample to laboratory for analysis.
• Performs preparation of samples, reduction and division of appropriate sizes.
• Gathers samples at specified locations, states of processing and time interval.
• Perform sample screening and/or other related physical tests.
• Ensures all equipment and containers are organized and cleaned before and after use.
• Ensures all personal protective equipment (PPE) relevant for tasks is worn at all times.
• Ensures compliance with all required local and federal safety processes and procedures.
• May also have Preparation or Laboratory responsibilities, as required by business needs.
• Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School or equivalent Required
• No experience required, unless required by state law Required

• A valid and current Driver’s license may be required if the role requires driving a company vehicle. Required
• May be required to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Card). Required
• May be required to obtain 24-hour surface Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) certificate, training is available through SGS. Required

• Language
  
  Skills:
  
  Intermediate English Required (Advanced Preferred)
• Mathematical
  
  Skills:
  
  Basic Required (Intermediate Preferred)
• Reasoning Skills/Abilities:
  Intermediate level required, uses logical and practical approach to solve problems Required
• Ability to effectively communicate (in writing or verbally), presenting information individually or in small group situations to internal or external customers Required
• Ability to follow directions ensuring the end results are accurate and completed with the required timeframe Required
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations Required
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals Required
• Ability to work independently and under moderate supervision Required
• Team player attitude, customer care focus Required

• MS Office (Word, Excel) – Intermediate user proficiency Preferred

• Local day travel may be required; may be required to travel overnight occasionally.

• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, printers, and phones.
• This role may use sample prep equipment that may include Jaw Crusher, Bowl & Disc Pulverizing Mills, Pressure Filters, Riffle Splitters, Compressed Air, Hammer Mill Crushers, Ovens, Balances, and basic sampling tools.

• Stand Constantly
• Move or traverse Constantly
• Sit Occasionally
• Use hands Constantly
• Reach with hands and arms Frequently
• Climb or balance Occasionally
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl Occasionally
• Talk/hear Frequently
• Taste/Smell None
• Lift/carry/push or pull Frequently 50 lbs

• On Call/Flexible hourly schedule will require incumbent to have flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
• Position requires occasional overtime.

• Wet or humid (non-weather) conditions:
  Occasionally
• Work near moving mechanical parts Frequently
• Work in high, precarious places:
  Occasionally
• Fumes or airborne particles:
  Frequently
• Toxic or caustic chemicals:
  Occasionally
• Outdoor weather conditions:
  Occasionally
• Extreme cold (non-weather):
  None
• Extreme heat (non-weather):
  None
• Risk of electrical shock:
  Occasionally
• Work with explosives:
  None
• Risk of radiation:
  None
• Vibration:
  Frequently
• Bio-hazard:
  None

• Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic)

• Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches/50 centimeters or less)
• Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet/6 meters or more)
• Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)
• Depth perception (three-dimension vision, ability to judge distance and three-dimensional relationships)
• Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)
• Ability to see color