Lab Inspector Trainee; IT

Island Energy Services (IES) is a locally managed and headquartered company offering attractive and stable career opportunities within Hawai’i’s highly competitive energy sector. We are proud to be a local company and a leader in the logistics and distribution of energy products through our network of six terminals and 50 (and growing) retail locations throughout Oʻahu, Maui, Kauaʻi, Moloka’i and Hawai’i islands.

IES is the official licensee of the Texaco brand in Hawai‘i. IES’ success is derived from our management’s keen understanding of what it takes to remain as a highly innovative business, placing significant emphasis on four key company values: “Kīnāʻole” – to do the right thing, “Aloha” – having respect for people, “Lōkahi” – teamwork, and “Hoʻohana” – work purposeful with intention.

These set of values set employee performance standards and are imbedded in our decision-making process through execution of work deliverables. IES’ strong commitment to a Culture of Excellence are embodied through our actions of the 4 B’s: how we Believe, Behave, Belong and Become. To achieve this culture, IES employs a highly trained, highly skilled, dedicated and passionate work force that collectively operates, enhances, and strategically drives both our Retail and Terminal Logistics business units.

Under the general supervision of the Lab Supervisor, the Lab Inspector Trainee (IT-1) provides QC Test Support functions for the Laboratory Department, all IES Terminals including Kapolei and Neighbor Islands, and Retail locations. Desired competencies include, but not limited to, proven analytical skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. Ideal candidate must be able to establish priorities under tight deadlines and have a proven track record as a motivated, self‑starter who can work on multiple projects and priorities within a fast‑paced environment.

The Lab Inspector Trainee (IT-1) is expected to have sound knowledge of Excel, Word Microsoft Office Suite programs. Prior relevant experience in refinery, and/or manufacturing industries is preferred.

• AA or AS Degree, or equivalent 2+ years of work experience in a Technical or Analytical field.

• BS Chemistry or equivalent Degree from an accredited college/university.
• 2 years of laboratory experience.
• Refinery, Energy, Chemical, LPG plant, Fuels Terminal experience.
• Ability to identify, diagnose, and resolve Test Equipment issues and Erroneous Test results.

• Ability to uphold strict ethical standards: integrity, objectivity, and confidentiality.
• Proficient Microsoft Office Suite and computer skills, including editing and proofreading.
• Ability to maintain automated and manual record keeping systems.
• Strong sense of team spirit and ability to transfer it to others.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to evaluate information and exercise good judgment in making decisions.
• Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality.
• Problem solving—the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information as appropriate.
• Interpersonal Skills—the individual maintains confidentiality, remains open to others’ ideas and exhibits willingness to try new things.
• Oral communication—the individual speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations and demonstrates group presentation skills. Ability to provide excellent customer service and customer relations.
• Written Communication—the individual edits work for spelling and grammar, presents numerical data effectively and can read and interpret written information.
• Planning/organizing—the individual prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans.
• Quality Control – the individual demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Adaptability – the individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and can deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
• Dependability – the individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to…