Lab Technician I

Staffmark has an exciting position open for a Laboratory Technician located at the Chevron Refinery in Richmond. Chevron has an outstanding reputation in the industry for process driven methodology and for being on the cutting edge of Technology and Security.
This is a perfect oppurtunity for a recent College Grad with an AS / BS Chemistry (or equivalent) degree.
The Lab Technician will be apart of the Blend Services Team (BST) which is a customer-focused service group that is part of Chevron Lubricants located in Richmond, CA. BST provides lab support (with a primary focus in lubricants blending) for research, product development and technical support for the lubricants industry. Some of the products we work with include automotive and HD engine oils, industrial oils, gear oils, greases and automatic transmission fluids.
The open position is for a laboratory technician that will be an integral part of a team focused on creating and supporting a "safety first" environment while working to deliver accurate, timely lab work/services to BST clients. Candidates must be detail oriented, have the ability to follow directions implicitly, possess laboratory skills such as precision weighing and measuring, and have glassware handling experience. Training will be provided for specific functions associated with the position.
Position Details : Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:

Make hand blends of experimental lubricants

Submit samples for outside testing

Perform bench tests to evaluate performance of lubricants. Operate test apparatus according to established specifications.

Monitor operations and make necessary adjustments to control systems to ensure specification compliance.

Record data and generate summary reports

Troubleshoot equipment difficulties, initiate minor repairs

Maintain parts / lab supplies / chemical inventory

Maintain laboratory in a clean and orderly condition


Staffmark is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability or veteran status.

Required Qualifications:

0-2 years? experience working in a laboratory or similar technical environment

High school diploma (or equivalent)

Valid Driver?s Licenses

Excellent safe work history / strong safe work ethic

Computer (PC) skills; experience creating spreadsheets and reports on a personal computer. Knowledge of Excel, Word and Outlook.

Experience using databases ? chemical inventory, product spects, result database (i.e. Cispro- ESH, Gpims, Starlems)

Ability to perform detail oriented, mistake-free work

Excellent teamwork skills

This is a safety-sensitive position and requires enrollment in a random drug and alcohol-screening program

Work involves handling finished lubricants, base oils, and solvents (PPE provided/required)

Must be able to lift up to 50 lb.

Work schedule is 40 hours/week (Monday - Friday). 9/80 schedule available. Occasional overtime / weekend work required.

Preferred Qualifications:

AS / BS Chemistry (or equivalent) degree, formal training in chemistry, biology, or other science

Experience monitoring and adjusting process control systems

Lubricant blending and testing experience preferred