Cylinder Maintenance Technician I

Working Energy; Calgary; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading laboratory services provider in Calgary is seeking a Laboratory Technician. The role involves cleaning and maintaining sample cylinders, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and managing cylinder orders. Ideal candidates will hold a high school diploma and have strong communication skills. This position offers a dynamic work environment and requires the ability to operate in various conditions.

Qualifications

• Must comply with Safety Responsibilities explained in the Safety Responsibility Policy.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand all analysis.
• Clean and maintain all sample cylinders.
• Refill solvents and chemicals.
• Contribute to the effectiveness of Management Systems.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of related combined experience and education

Job description

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

Disposal of oilfield hydrocarbon and water samples, cleaning of stainless steel sample cylinders, maintenance and pressure testing of sample cylinders, labelling and packing of clean sample cylinders for return to the field.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Read and understand all analysis, Must comply with Safety Responsibilities explained in the Safety Responsibility Policy (CA-ADMR-S24).
• Maintain confidentiality and impartiality.
• Performs duties as per Cylinder Standard Operating Procedures and Forms.
• Maintains cylinder cleaning equipment and performs daily and quarterly housekeeping and calibration.
• 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.
• Cleans and maintains all sample cylinders in preparation for distribution to clients, field personnel, sales and laboratory staff.
• Receives and keeps an accurate record of all cylinder orders and fills orders in a prompt manner.
• Refills solvents and chemicals and maintains consumables, requesting restocking when necessary.
• Disposes of all waste from cylinders and places labeled drums in the solvent shed.
• Arranges and carries out cylinder exchanges with other laboratories.
• When discussed with supervisor, works overtime if necessary to meet cylinder order requirements.
• Assist in Shipping/Receiving and in Waste Management, as required.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of related combined experience and education.

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.

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.