Oil Lab Technician: Precision Testing & Safety

Western States Careers; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Western States Equipment Company seeks a laboratory technician to organize and test oil samples using ICP, GC, IR and more. You will keep equipment clean and calibrated, interpret results, and communicate findings to customers and departments within 24 hours.

The role emphasizes safety, adherence to policies, and teamwork in a busy lab environment. HS diploma or GED required; 1 year lab experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires proof of high school diploma or GED.
• One year of similar lab experience preferred.
• English communication skills required (read, write, speak).

Responsibilities

• Organize and prepare samples for daily testing.
• Perform ICP, GC, IR and other tests on oil samples.
• Ensure lab equipment is clean and functional.
• Maintain and calibrate lab instruments as needed.
• Record results and communicate with customers within 24 hours.
• Keep lab environment safe and compliant with policies.

Skills

MS Office

Lab equipment knowledge

English communication

Analytical thinking

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Lab test equipment

Job description

Western States Equipment Company seeks a laboratory technician to organize and test oil samples using ICP, GC, IR and more. You will keep equipment clean and calibrated, interpret results, and communicate findings to customers and departments within 24 hours.

The role emphasizes safety, adherence to policies, and teamwork in a busy lab environment. HS diploma or GED required; 1 year lab experience preferred.