Petroleum Lab Technician – ASTM Testing & QA (Rotating Shifts)

VetJobs; Sulphur (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Intertek Calleb Brett is seeking a Lab Tech in Sulphur, LA for the Petroleum division. The role performs chemical and physical tests, calibrations, and data reporting in a rotating 12-hour shift.

A High School diploma and 2 years petrochemical lab experience are required; proficiency with LIMS and instrumentation is expected. You will join a team focused on quality, safety, and accuracy, supporting ASTM-based testing in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED.
• Two years laboratory experience in a petrochemical lab.
• Must demonstrate ability to multi-task in high production testing areas.
• Must possess good math and observation skills.
• Must demonstrate proficiency using LIMS applications and established chemistry lab processes.
• Must demonstrate excellent team communication, coordination and cooperation.
• Must follow standard and non-standard procedures.
• Must utilize instrumentation effectively.
• Must be able to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 49 pounds and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Performs numerous chemical and physical tests per ASTM methods or industry standards.
• Assist with equipment calibration, maintenance and basic troubleshooting.
• Cleans glassware and test equipment.
• Prepares reagents as needed.
• Records data on data sheets and reports to LIMS.
• Maintain quality records, control charts, and lab inventory.
• Comply with safety, quality and housekeeping requirements.
• Participate in cross training as needed.

Skills

Math skills

Observation skills

Team communication

LIMS knowledge

Safety awareness

Multi-tasking

Physical stamina

Education

High School/GED

Chemistry coursework (preferred)

Tools

LIMS software

Instrumentation operation

MS Office (Word/Excel)

Job description

Intertek Calleb Brett is seeking a Lab Tech in Sulphur, LA for the Petroleum division. The role performs chemical and physical tests, calibrations, and data reporting in a rotating 12-hour shift.

A High School diploma and 2 years petrochemical lab experience are required; proficiency with LIMS and instrumentation is expected. You will join a team focused on quality, safety, and accuracy, supporting ASTM-based testing in a fast-paced environment.