Inspector Trainee

CORE LABORATORIES LP; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Core Laboratories LP in Corpus Christi, TX seeks an Inspector Trainee to learn Saybolt, API, ASTM, and customer guidelines while following all safety policies. The role covers entry-level measurement and sampling, record-keeping, and timely field reporting to supervisors to support on-site operations.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent; no prior training required. A service-oriented mindset and ability to communicate with multiple stakeholders are preferred as you

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• No prior training required.
• One year of work experience with a service-oriented organization is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Entry-level measurement and sampling activities.
• Maintain personal safety.
• Keep written records (tally books) per guidelines.
• Complete entry-level field reports.
• Provide timely information on onsite problems to scheduler/manager.
• Complete assignments per Saybolt and customer guidelines.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Independence

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience in service-oriented organization (preferred)

Tools

Valid driver’s license

Automobile insurance

Job description

SUMMARY

Serve as an Inspector Trainee by learning Saybolt, API, ASTM, and customer guidelines and procedures. The Trainee will also learn and adhere to all company safety policies and procedures.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for entry-level measurement and sampling activities
• Responsible for personal safety
• Maintain written records (tally books) of activities per company guidelines
• Responsible for learning and completing entry-level field reports
• Provide scheduler, assistant manager, and/or manager with timely information concerning onsite problems
• Responsible for completing job assignments in accordance with Saybolt and customer guidelines and instructions
• Ability to work simple transfer by the end of company’s probation period (i.e. barges, tank to tank transfers, sampling, etc.)
• Gain knowledge of basic laboratory procedures through cross training in the laboratory

QUALIFICATIONS

A high school diploma or equivalent (general education degree). No prior training required. One year of work experience with a service-oriented organization is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• Exhibit professional appearance and customer service orientation
• Ability to communicate and work productively with multiple stakeholders
• Ability to work independently

OTHER INFORMATION (US ONLY)

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION

• Inspectors must have a vehicle in good, safe operating condition that can be used on the job for both personal and sample transportation in all ambient weather conditions.
• Vehicles used for sample transportation must be able to accommodate the secondary sample containers issued for sample transportation.
• Inspectors are required to maintain the proper levels of automobile liability insurance and meet all state requirements on vehicles used for Saybolt assignments.
• Inspectors must also maintain a valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Local travel and occasional out-of-town assignments are required.

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. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

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. 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. 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. 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.