Analytical/Technical III (New Hire)

United States Steel Corporation; Clairton (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Steel Corporation is seeking a Production Lab Technician to perform specialized analyses on coal/coke and aqueous samples for process control and environmental compliance. Responsibilities include sample collection, preparation, instrumental and wet chemistry analyses, and field testing within an industrial setting.

The role requires a B.S. in Chemistry (or related degree with chemistry hours), rotating 8-hour shifts (including weekends/holidays), and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field required; transcripts may be requested.
• Ability to perform rotating 8-hour shift work including weekends and holidays.
• Overtime as needed; safety PPE and procedures strictly observed.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized analysis on coal/coke and aqueous samples for process control and environmental testing.
• Collect and prepare samples; conduct instrumental and wet chemistry analyses.
• Conduct field testing in an industrial environment and document observations.
• Troubleshoot and maintain laboratory instrumentation; interpret data to support operations.
• Adhere to safety procedures; wear PPE and maintain a safe workplace.

Skills

Sample collection

Sample preparation

Instrumental analysis

Wet chemistry analysis

Field testing

Data interpretation

Troubleshooting

Safety procedures

Education

BS in Chemistry

BS in Biology or Environmental Science + 24 chem credits

Job description

The candidate performs specialized analysis on coal/coke and aqueous samples for process control and environmental compliance testing.

General job duties include:

• Sample collection
• Sample preparation
• Instrumental analysis
• Wet chemistry analysis
• Field testing in an industrial environment
• Physical and process observations
• Evaluations and interpretation data
• Troubleshooting and maintaining various laboratory instrumentation.
• Adherence to safety procedures/guidelines at all times. Safety is our core value which requires you to wear safety protection such as hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective clothing, and boots with metatarsal protection and ability to lift 50 lbs. A commitment to safe working practices and support of a zero-workplace injury environment is required.

THIS IS A PRODUCTION LAB POSITION, WHICH REQUIRES ROTATING 8 HOUR SHIFT WORK, WHICH WILL INCLUDE SATURDAYS, SUNDAYS AND HOLIDAYS. ALSO THIS POSITON REQUIRES OVERTIME WORK AS NEEDED.

DEGREE REQUIRED: BACHELORS OF SCIENCE IN CHEMISTRY, or BS in BIOLOGY or ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE with at least 24 accredited hours in CHEMISTRY. (Transcripts may be requested)

Competency Summary

At U. S. Steel all employees are expected to display the following core competencies every day to advance corporate, team and individual goals:

• Think: Think Critically and Drive Change
• Lead: Develop Talent and Collaborate
• Do: Empower Performance and Deliver Results

Company Overview

Since 1901, U. S. Steel has been a recognized leader in steel production. Today, as the first North American steel company to have declared a 2050 net-zero greenhouse gas emissions goal, we remain as innovative as ever, leading transformation across our industry while continuing to make products for everyday life - from industries as far ranging as automotive, construction, containers and packaging, appliances, and energy.

Underneath it all is our Culture of Caring, which shows up in our community partnerships, charitable contributions, company-sponsored employee volunteer initiatives, scholarship programs, leadership training, and much more. And of course, it takes shape in a steadfast commitment to safety first in our workplaces and respect for our employees, who are United by Steel.

We are honored to have earned accolades and awards from well-regarded organizations, including the following:

• Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Companies® 2022, ’23, ‘24
• Disability: IN’s Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion 2021, ’22, ’23, ‘24
• Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Equality 100 Award 2020, ’21, ’22, ’23-24, ‘25
• Military Times’ Best for Vets: Employers 2023, ‘24

Conducting business with integrity and with the highest ethical values has underpinned U. S. Steel’s success for over 100 years, and it remains critical to our company’s success in the future. U. S. Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) according to job qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, genetics, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity, disability status or status as a protected Veteran or any other legally protected group status. (California residents may visit www.ussteel.com/CANotice regarding collection of personal information and U. S. Steel's privacy practices.)