Technician, Lab, Petroleum

Intertek CEA; Signal Hill, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Intertek is seeking a Lab Technician for its Caleb Brett team on site at the Signal Hill facility. The role focuses on reading, understanding, and performing test methods safely and accurately, with data recorded in the LIMS system and quality records maintained.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, plus chemistry coursework; strong multitasking and teamwork are essential, with a Monday–Friday 8:00–17:00 schedule and on-call hours as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required; college chemistry coursework is preferred.
• Ability to multitask in high production testing areas.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills are essential in a collaborative lab.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel is preferred; overtime may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform chemical and physical tests using ASTM methods or industry standards.
• Assist with equipment calibration, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting.
• Clean glassware and test equipment; prepare reagents as needed.
• Record data on data sheets and in the LIMS system; maintain quality records and lab inventories.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and housekeeping requirements; participate in cross training.

Skills

Team communication

Multi-tasking

Laboratory experience

MS Word/Excel

Education

High school diploma or GED

One college chemistry course

Tools

LIMS system

GC equipment

Octane engines

Job description

Lab Technician - On Site

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Lab Technician to join our Caleb Brett team, on site, at our Signal Hill facility. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the Inspection and Testing business, with Intertek, a Global and Award-winning leader in the ATIC Industry!

Intertek Caleb Brett provides specialized Cargo inspection and analytical assessment services to the oil and gas, chemical and other commodities markets. With a global network of laboratories, 24/7 availability, and more than 130 years of exceptional customer service, our customers receive independent inspection and testing with industry-leading customer service.

Intertek / Caleb Brett is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands and organizations in every sector and industry around the world.
We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide.
Our Purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

What are we looking for?

The Laboratory Technician is responsible for reading, understanding, and performing test methods, safely and accurately.

Shift/Schedule:

Monday Thru Friday 0800-1700, with after hours and weekend on call schedule, as needed.

Salary & Benefits Information

The base wage or salary range for this position is $25.00 to $30.00 per hour. Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

What You’ll Do:

• Perform numerous chemical and physical tests based on American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) methods or accepted industry standards in multiple test areas
• Assist with equipment calibration, maintenance, quality and basic troubleshooting
• Clean glassware and test equipment
• Assist with preparing reagents as needed
• Record data on appropriate data sheets and reports data to LIMS system
• Responsible for maintaining quality records, control charts, and lab supply inventories
• Responsible for complying with safety, quality and housekeeping requirements
• Participate in cross training as needed

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED. Prefer successful completion of at least one semester of college level chemistry and/or prior work experience in a laboratory environment
• Must demonstrate ability to multi-task in high production testing areas
• Must demonstrate excellent team communication, coordination and cooperation
• Prefer proficiency with Microsoft Office software, including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Must be able to work overtime as business needs dictate

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• Chemistry or Science courses, at a college level
• Some experience in petroleum testing industry
• GC Experience
• Experience with Octane Engines

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre‑employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek’s network of phenomenal peopleare our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email [e-mail] or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.