Lab Helper-1

Oil Authority; Pascagoula (MS); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Chevron in Pascagoula, MS is seeking a Lab Helper to support QC laboratory operations. The successful candidate will prioritize safety and stay well organized while handling routine lab tasks.

Responsibilities include maintaining glassware, assisting with supplies, and ensuring safe lab practices. The role requires a HS diploma, valid driver's license, and experience with hazardous materials such as hydrocarbons with H2S and benzene. E-Verify participation may apply.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with lab equipment such as glassware washers, drum lifts and pallet jacks.
• Valid driver's license required to transport samples and materials.
• Experience handling hazardous materials including hydrocarbons with H2S and benzene.

Responsibilities

• Wash lab glassware and return to designated areas.
• Empty oily waste cans and broken glassware containers.
• Provide lab services with needed supplies and equipment.
• Maintain gas cylinders and ensure proper lab equipment function.
• Keep lab areas clean and free of clutter and hazards.
• Deliver supplies to units and collect samples and used glassware.
• Prepare sample containers and solutions for routine lab work.
• Participate in lab safety meetings and assist as needed.
• Report for work on time and work safely.

Skills

Motor vehicle operation

Safety awareness

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Glassware washer

Drum lift

Pallet jack

Job description

Total Number of Openings

1The Lab Helper position supports the QC laboratory operations. The successful candidate will need to place a high priority on safety and being well organized.

Chevron is accepting online applications for the position Lab Helper -1through September 16th at 11:59 p.m.

The responsibilities of the Lab Helper position include but are not limited to:

• Washing Lab glassware and returning it to designated areas in lab
• Keeping lab oily waste cans and broken glassware containers emptied
• Providing Refinery Lab Services with a list of supplies, solvent drums, bottles and other equipment needed in routine lab areas
• Maintaining gas cylinders sufficiently full to ensure proper functioning of lab equipment
• Maintaining supply of solvent drums for lab reagents
• Keep assigned areas clean and free of clutter or unsafe objects
• Make routine rounds to deliver supplies to units, pick up collected samples, and collect dirty glassware
• Special preparation of sample containers and solutions used in routine lab work
• Participate in lab safety meetings and be available to help as needed
• Report for work on time and work safely

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED/equivalent
• Prior experience using specialized equipment such as the glassware washer, drum lift, pallet jack, etc.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle is required for transporting samples and materials throughout the facility (MUST HAVE VALID DL)
• Prior experience handling hazardous materials including hydrocarbon samples containing H2S and benzene.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to use a respirator is required for certain aspects of the job responsibilities
• Candidates should have basic computer skills and be able to use Office applications such as Outlook, Excel, and Word.

Relocation Options

Relocation will not be considered.

International Considerations

Expatriate assignments will not be considered.

Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position.

U.S. Regulatory notice:

Chevron is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, reproductive health decision-making, military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please email us at [e-mail].

Chevron participates in E-Verify in certain locations as required by law.