Cement Laboratory Technician

ProPetro Services, Inc.; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

ProPetro Services, Inc. in Midland, TX is seeking a Cement Laboratory Technician to perform cement, water, and oilfield chemical tests, prepare mixes, and compile data into reports. You will manage lab inventory and operate standard lab equipment, maintaining safety and quality standards.

Collaborating with Cement Engineers, you’ll help develop customer-specific cement blends and document results. The role requires strong analytical skills, good communication, and the ability to work day or

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current, valid driver’s license and a clean driving record preferred.
• Must be able to learn analytical and scientific software.
• Must be able to learn and follow safe laboratory and chemical handling procedures.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, able to effectively interact with customers and personnel at all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, able to compile, interpret, and utilize relevant data to inform products and processes.
• Personable with good collaboration skills, able to effectively work with a team.
• Organized with good time management skills, able to prioritize workload.
• Strong mathematical skills.
• Proficient working in Microsoft 365 applications, specifically Excel, and able to quickly learn other work related software.
• Must be physically able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, and smell when necessary.
• Able to safely perform required duties during a 12+ hour work shift that will include days or nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be physically able to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cement, water, and oilfield chemical tests in the organization’s cement laboratory.
• Conduct experiments, tests, and analyses using laboratory methods.
• Operate standard oilfield lab equipment (cement consistometers, ovens, water baths, bench top rheometers, water analysis kit, etc.).
• Prepare cement mixtures and chemical solutions following standardized formulas or customer specifications.
• Maintain quality standards by sampling or analyzing raw materials, chemical intermediates, or products.
• Collaborate with Cement Engineers to develop customer specified cement mixes, assist with experimental design, develop new processes, develop new chemical engineering techniques, and provide technical support.
• Ensure compliance with customer specifications and organizational standards by monitoring product quality.
• Compile and interpret data from test and analyses, write technical reports, and input data into proper databases.
• Maintain laboratory inventory and order replenishment supplies.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness, perform housekeeping duties, and ensure instruments are properly sterilized prior to each new use.
• Maintain compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies by attending all required HSE training sessions, safety meetings, and always utilize proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data interpretation

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Mathematical skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

## Cement Laboratory TechnicianApply: Midland, TX: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R-101113**CURRENT EMPLOYEES - Please apply using \"Jobs Hub\" in Workday. This career site is for external applicants only.****Job Description:**Job Summary The Cement Laboratory Technician conducts cement, water, and oilfield chemical tests in the organization’s cement laboratory; prepares cement mixtures and chemical solutions following standard formulas or customer specifications; compiles and interprets data from tests, writes reports, and inputs data into databases; and maintains laboratory inventory. Responsibilities* Conduct cement, water, and oilfield chemical tests in the organization’s cement laboratory* Conduct experiments, tests, and analyses using laboratory methods(i.e., chromatography, spectroscopy, microscopy, and physical or chemical separation)* Operate standard oilfield lab equipment (i.e., cement consistometers, ovens, water baths, bench top rheometers (viscometers), water analysis kit, etc.)* Prepare cement mixtures and chemical solutions following standardized formulas or customer specifications* Maintain quality standards by sampling or analyzing raw materials, chemical intermediates, or products* Collaborate with Cement Engineers to develop customer specified cement mixes, assist with experimental design, develop new processes, develop new chemical engineering techniques, and provide technical support* Ensure compliance with customer specifications and organizational standards by monitoring product quality* Compile and interpret data from test and analyses, write technical reports, and input data into proper databases* Maintain laboratory inventory and order replenishment supplies* Maintain laboratory cleanliness, perform housekeeping duties, and ensure instruments are properly sterilized prior to each new use* Maintain compliance with standard laboratory safety practices, chemical handling regulations, and assist in laboratory safety audits* Maintain compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies by attending all required HSE training sessions, safety meetings, and always utilize proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)* Other duties as assignedQualifications* High school diploma or equivalent required* Current, valid driver’s license and a clean driving record preferred* Must be able to learn analytical and scientific software* Must be able to learn and follow safe laboratory and chemical handling procedures* Excellent oral and written communication skills, able to effectively interact with customers and personnel at all levels of the organization* Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, able to compile, interpret, and utilize relevant data to inform products and processes* Personable with good collaboration skills, able to effectively work with a team* Organized with good time management skills, able to prioritize workload* Strong mathematical skills* Proficient working in Microsoft 365 applications, specifically Excel, and able to quickly learn other work related software* Must be physically able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, and smell when necessary* Able to safely perform required duties during a 12+ hour work shift that will include days or nights, weekends, and holidays* Must be physically able to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.Physical Demands The physical demands described here represent those required for an employee to successfully perform the role’s essential functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform their major responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, or walk; use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop or bend; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here represent environmental conditions an employee will encounter while performing the role’s essential functions. The noise level in some work environments can be moderate and an employee may encounter extreme weather conditions while performing major duties. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities to perform their major responsibilities. Disclaimer The information provided in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within the role’s classification. This job description is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications required of employees assigned to this role.ProPetro is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.