Laboratory Chemical Technician

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What We Offer

• Know all hazards of this job to specifically include characteristics and handling procedures of all chemicals used or produced within confines of area assigned.
• Know chemical process description and physical/field location of all equipment and pipelines of unit(s) assigned.
• Be able to operate and have a working knowledge of the safe operation of a variety of chemical processing equipment.
• Document necessary and accurate data/text in prescribed publication volumes or sheets.
• Maintain a good working report with superiors, subordinates, and peers to include being able to instruct and train new or less experienced employees.
• Be able to take all samples in unit(s) required for normal operation, troubleshooting and customer service in a safe manner and ensure label correctly all containers required by the various processes.
• Maintain clean areas in unit(s) assigned to meet all safety standards and to provide a presentable unit to any visitors.
• Be able to prepare hazardous waste drums as well as non-hazardous waste drums.
• Clean-up and decontaminate after chemical spills.
• Be able to serve as a “point man” during unit shutdowns and startups.
• Perform key functions as a Laboratory Chemical Technician.
• Perform other tasks assigned by direct supervisor/manager.
  

What You Offer

• Diploma in Chemical, Petrochemical, Mechanic or related disciplines.
• 0-5 years of chemical plant experience 
• Must be able to read, write legibly and perform calculations involving addition, subtraction, division, multiplication, fractions, and decimals.  
• Must be (1) willing to work independently without constant supervision; (2) constantly alert to detect abnormal conditions of operation and equipment; (3) exercise judgment in acting promptly to correct such conditions.  Must be able to function in a self-directed work team environment.  
• Personal Computer skill and working knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word.
• Have a comprehensive working knowledge of the safe operation of a variety of chemical processing equipment and areas in the plant such as reactors, condensers, measuring tanks, storage tanks, washing tanks, gravity filters, vacuum filters, pressure filters, vacuum pumps, transfer pumps, agitators, stills, fractionating columns, scales, balances, receivers, and all auxiliary equipment necessary for the operation of the foregoing equipment.  

YOUR APPLICATION
Are you as curious, courageous and colorful as we are? If so, we can offer you an exciting career opportunity. We look forward to receiving your application including a cover letter, resume/CV, and relevant certificates. Become part of our Team - apply now!

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