Petroleum Lab Technician: Precision Analysis & Safety

Core Laboratories; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Core Laboratories in Houston, TX is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform routine tests under supervision to determine client-requested chemical and physical properties.

You will assist senior staff with setting up, calibrating, and operating laboratory equipment, prepare chemical solutions, and ensure safety and quality compliance.

A high school diploma is required; a geology or related science degree is preferred; strong communication and independent work skills are valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Geology or related science is preferred.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools to develop lab testing systems.
• Strong emphasis on logical and mechanical reasoning in a lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand analysis and safety standards in English (ASTM, UOP, IP).
• Assist senior staff in setting up, adjusting and operating lab equipment.
• Perform basic analytical tests per defined standards and procedures.
• Clean and sterilize laboratory equipment.
• Calibrate laboratory instruments as trained and verified.
• Prepare chemical solutions according to standard formulas.
• Follow safety and quality requirements per manuals and policies.
• Attend training and pass required examinations (Right-to-Know, etc.).

Skills

Strong communication

Independent work

MS Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Geology or related science (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Core Laboratories in Houston, TX is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform routine tests under supervision to determine client-requested chemical and physical properties.

You will assist senior staff with setting up, calibrating, and operating laboratory equipment, prepare chemical solutions, and ensure safety and quality compliance.

A high school diploma is required; a geology or related science degree is preferred; strong communication and independent work skills are valued.