Core Laboratories is the Reservoir Optimization Company™

Core Laboratories Inc. is a leading provider of proprietary and patented reservoir description and production enhancement services and products used to optimize petroleum reservoir performance. The Company has over 70 offices in more than 50 countries and is located in every major oil-producing province in the world. We are well-positioned to serve the growing needs of the energy transition while continuing to fulfill the demand for reliable and affordable energy sources like crude oil and natural gas. Our services, products, expertise, and innovations will continue to be essential as our clients meet the growing demand for energy globally. For more information, visit https://www.corelab.com

At Core Lab, our values matter: Safety, Honesty and Integrity, Customer Focus, Building Trust, and Employee Development. We regard our employees as our greatest asset. We believe that identifying, attracting, developing, and retaining talent are significant actions because our people are so important.

SUMMARY

This position performs basic to moderate difficulty laboratory tests to determine chemical or physical characteristics designated by our clients.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Sets up, adjusts and operates laboratory equipment for which the technician has been adequately trained and has been verified to operate correctly in accordance with applicable standards and sound laboratory practice.
• Perform analytical tests of basic to moderate difficulty from well-defined standards and procedures. Laboratory technicians must be verified to be able to perform all tests in accordance with applicable standards and sound laboratory practice.
• Clean and sterilize laboratory equipment.
• Calibrate laboratory instruments for which the technician has been adequately trained and has been verified to operate correctly in accordance with applicable standards and sound laboratory practice.
• Prepare chemical solutions according to standard formulas.
• Exercise procedural, safety and quality requirements specified in laboratory and safety manuals and company policies.
• Attend training and pass appropriate examinations in petroleum, chemical and gas analysis, including Right-to-Know training, hazardous materials disposal, and other safety and compliance training required by applicable regulations.
• Understand and be able to complete laboratory raw data sheets and make accurate entries into laboratory computer programs.
• Resolve routine issues without supervision required.
• Attend regular safety meetings.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least one-year related laboratory experience and/or training preferred
• Ability to use Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Access).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• Has a working knowledge of basic to moderate difficulty methods and safety standards, including ASTM, UOP, IP and other well-defined analytical standards and procedures used in the laboratory.
• Ability to write basic routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak professionally with customers or employees of organization.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, percent, and quantities (linear, volumetric, or weight) and to read and interpolate applicable data and tables. Able to draw and interpret applicable graphs and control charts.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Requires the ability to work a non-traditional work hours/days schedule, including overtime.

COMPETENCIES

• Leading Self: has a self-awareness of how actions are perceived and how to respond to feedback. Leading with empathy towards others and understanding the world from their point of view.
• Customer Orientation: Focused on delivering high-quality service and meeting client expectations.
• HSSEQ Awareness: Understanding of safety, security, and quality standards within the industry (advantageous).
• Communication & Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to liaise with internal teams and customers.

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.