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Laboratory Engineering Assistant

Gardendale, TX • On-site

Jacam
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Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Perform chemical and physical analyses on petrol-fuels and chemicals.

  • Operate and calibrate laboratory equipment, including high-pressure and high-temperature devices.

  • Collect data, document test results, and assist in report preparation.

Job description

Position Summary
Assist and perform a wide range of chemical and physical analyses on petrol-fuels and chemicals. Operate equipment to control chemical changes or reactions generated by processing industrial or consumer products. This role requires strong hands-on laboratory expertise, adherence to safety and quality standards, and close collaboration with engineers and scientists.
Essential Functions
  • Work in a laboratory environment that may contain chemical odors.
  • Perform assigned duties according to the current HSE laboratory safety standards.
  • Follow prescribed safety rules and regulations while performing assigned duties.
  • Collect data, document test results, and assist report preparation.
  • Maintain, operate and calibrate high-pressure, high-temperature lab equipment.
  • Perform material compatibility tests with various solvents and chemicals.
  • Assist on sample preparation for failure analysis based on customer request.

Qualifications
  • Associate degree in STEM
  • Hands-on experience in Mechanical instruments, heavy lifting
  • Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
  • Ability to multi-task, organize, and prioritize work
  • 3-4years of oilfield experience preferred

Skills & Abilities
  • Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is required.
  • Customer Service Skills: Meet internal and external commitments, respond promptly to customer needs, and solicit customer feedback to improve service.
  • Work Ethic: Be dependable, trustworthy, truthful, and credible in the workplace. Display a sincere desire to provide service or assistance, follow instructions, and take responsibility for your own actions. Show a commitment to doing the best job possible.
  • Physical Abilities: Lift and carry 50 pounds in various packaging. Tip and move 55-gallon drums, weighing up to 600 pounds, with the use of a drum dolly.

Work Environment
A laboratory environment in a building with a controlled atmosphere.
Physical Demands
N (Not Applicable): Activity is not applicable to this occupation
O (Occasionally): Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hours/day)
F (Frequently): Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hours/day)
C (Constantly): Occupation requires is activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hours/day)
Other Physical Requirements
  • Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Safety glasses, goggles, etc.
  • Vision: Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth Perception
  • Sense of Sound: 55 decibels, adult conversation
  • Sense of Smell: Able to detect odors

All employees of Jacam Catalyst LLC, and its subsidiaries, are required to adhere to the following:
  • Comply with all Federal, State, and Local laws.
  • Have fluency in reading, writing, and speaking in English.
  • Adhere to guidelines, policies, and procedures as described in the Jacam Catalyst handbook.
  • Adhere to Jacam Catalyst's Drug and Alcohol policy and agree to submit to random drug testing as a condition of employment.

*** This company reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this job description in any way the company desires This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties, including essential duties, to be performed by the employee occupying this position. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE. THE COMPANY REMAINS AN "AT-WILL" EMPLOYER. Qualified employees who require reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the position should notify the Human Resources Director. ***
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