R&D Lab Technician – Process Chemistry

Oil Authority; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Chevron is seeking a motivated R&D Laboratory Technician in California to perform experiments, operate distillation and process lab equipment, and maintain logs and records. You will participate in safety and Operational Excellence activities and support the handling of research and crude oil assay samples.

Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma with 2+ years of lab or plant operations experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Excel/Word).

Qualifications

• Ability to learn technical procedures, follow written instructions, and complete required training and equipment qualifications.
• High school diploma.
• At least two years of plant or laboratory operations experience, or equivalent work experience in a mechanical field.
• Experience safely operating process equipment and instruments.
• Firm commitment to lab safety, Operational Excellence, and Human Organizational Performance.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Excel and Word.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships within the team and across other work groups.

Responsibilities

• Operates distillation and process laboratory equipment, process units, and utility systems per supervisor instructions.
• Maintains accurate run logs and electronic records; provides clear shift handoffs.
• Completes on-the-job training in safety, procedures, equipment operation, and sample handling.
• Participates in safety and OE activities individually or with the crew.
• Inspects equipment to identify unsafe conditions or improper operation.
• Supports handling of research and crude oil assay samples for internal and external customers.
• Follows a Monday–Friday 9/80 schedule, rotating shifts every three weeks.

Skills

Lab safety

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Instruction following

MS 365 (Excel/Word)

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree or technical training

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Chevron is seeking a motivated R&D Laboratory Technician in California to perform experiments, operate distillation and process lab equipment, and maintain logs and records. You will participate in safety and Operational Excellence activities and support the handling of research and crude oil assay samples.

Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma with 2+ years of lab or plant operations experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Excel/Word).