Laboratory Technician I

Job summary

The Laboratory Technician performs routine chemical and physical tests on rock and fluid samples to generate accurate data for clients. They are also responsible for maintaining laboratory equipment, ensuring safety compliance, and performing quality control procedures.

Job details

SUMMARY Performs routine laboratory tests under close supervision to determine chemical or physical characteristics designated by the client. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Read and understand all Must comply with Safety Responsibilities explained in the Safety Responsibility Policy (CA-ADMR-S24). Maintain a safe, clean and efficient workplace Ensure that all safety infractions are addressed in a timely manner. May interface and communicate with clients regarding the relevance, validity, and application of analytical testing performed and data generated. Maintain compliance with the Health, Safety, and Quality Management Systems requirements. Contribute to the effectiveness of the Management Systems, including improvement of performance and reduction of nonconformities Perform specialized tests and calculations on reservoir and non-reservoir rock and fluid samples in order to derive accurate data necessary to compile reports concerning tests and analyses for distribution to company clients. Set up and operate various types of laboratory equipment in order to successfully complete assigned tasks. Maintain and perform minor repairs and maintenance to equipment in order to ensure equipment is functioning in the most efficient and accurate manner. Review data and calculations to assure accurate analytical results. Perform appropriate quality control guidelines in concert with the QA/QC program that is utilized in the department to assure accurate analytical results. Respond to on-call situations after normal working hours. Perform other assigned duties to ensure that projects are completed on an accurate and timely basis. Perform special projects as required or requested by superiors. Must be skilled in several aspects/services in one or more sections and be familiar with their theory and application. For example, sample and fluid log-in, project file maintenance, sample cleaning and drying, porosity and permeability measurement, brine preparation, oil cleaning, ageing of samples under oil, liquid permeability measurement, centrifuge operation, oven setup, loading a sample in core holder QUALIFICATIONS A high school diploma or equivalent required Bachelor of Science degree preferred Two years of related experience and/or training preferred KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Core Lab is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Laboratory Technicians must meet the following physical qualifications. Be able to work in the presence of odors typical of petroleum or petrochemicals without allergic reactions or nausea. When such odors are within OSHA-designated permissible exposure limits (PELs). While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; talk or hear; and test or smell. The employee frequently is required to walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position resides within a normal office working environment. International travel will be required. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee may also be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals in some work areas. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 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.

What you’ll do

The Laboratory Technician performs routine chemical and physical tests on rock and fluid samples to generate accurate data for clients. They are also responsible for maintaining laboratory equipment, ensuring safety compliance, and performing quality control procedures.

Requirements

A high school diploma is required, while a Bachelor of Science degree is preferred. Candidates should have approximately two years of related experience and strong communication skills.

Listed skills

• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• Quality Control · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Reporting · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Laboratory testing
• Data analysis
• Equipment maintenance
• Quality control
• QA/QC
• Sample preparation
• Porosity measurement
• Permeability measurement
• Centrifuge operation
• Microsoft Office
• Communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Analytical testing
• Safety compliance
• Reporting
• Laboratory Equipment
• Analytical Testing
• Quality Management Systems
• Oil and Gas
• Interpersonal Communications
• Laboratory Testing
• Presentations
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
• Quality Control

Job areas

• Science & Research
• Energy
• Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Laboratory Technician
• Laboratory Technician (General)
• Medical and Pathology Laboratory Technicians
• Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians
• Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians