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CLIENT HIGHLIGHT
The Client you will be working for is a Fortune 100 Oil and Gas Company. This opportunity will give you experience in the energy sector in the United States with a company that is a globally recognized leader in energy production and one of the biggest companies in the US.
LOCATION
Richmond, CA 94801
COMPENSATION
$22-26 per hour
SCHEDULE
Monday- Friday (40 hours)
CONTRACT TERM
10-month contract with high possibility to extend
POSITION OVERVIEW – Laboratory Research Technician – Distillation, Processing & Specialties Team
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Operates complex distillation and process laboratory equipment maintaining round-the-clock operations under the direction of the supervisor/lead technician. Laboratory equipment includes large and small reactors and distillation columns. Operating at elevated temperatures and atmospheric and sub-atmospheric pressures.
- Full participation in Operational Excellence (OE) individually, on your crew and the ESU team.
- Work schedule is either 5/8 or 9/80. Rotating shifts (graveyard, days, and swing), Monday through Friday with occasional weekend overtime. (although rare, some overtime may be mandatory)
- Operates process units, utility systems, and related equipment in accordance with the requests of research scientists and engineers with oversight of the supervisor or lead technician. Ensures equipment is properly inspected to detect any unsafe or improperly functioning equipment.
- Provides support in sample handling activities for research and crude oil assay samples for internal and external customers and other internal labs.
- Meets OE objectives and milestones.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:
- High School Diploma or GED
- (Minimum 2+ yrs.) Plant and/or Lab Operations experience (plant equipment and maintenance) or equivalent mechanical background work
- Experience with process equipment and/or instrument technology
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Basic use knowledge of Microsoft 365, Excel, and Word software
- Strong commitment to lab safety, Operational Excellence, and Human Organizational Performance
- Strong teamwork and communication skills. Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients colleagues outside their immediate work group.
PREFERRED SKILLS
- Associate degree, or equivalent in science, technology, mechanical/pipe fitting trade or related field.
- Refinery Operator Training - experience/attendance in ROP/P-Tech
- Some knowledge of basic control instrumentation and electrical systems
- Experience in working with chemicals, heavy oil, and distillate research or related materials
