Field/Lab Technician

Core Laboratories is the Reservoir Optimization Company

Core Laboratories Inc. is a leading provider of proprietary and patented reservoir description and production enhancement services and products used to optimize petroleum reservoir performance. The Company has over 70 offices in more than 50 countries and is located in every major oil-producing province in the world. We are well-positioned to serve the growing needs of the energy transition while continuing to fulfill the demand for reliable and affordable energy sources like crude oil and natural gas. Our services, products, expertise, and innovations will continue to be essential as our clients meet the growing demand for energy globally. For more information, visit 

At Core Lab, our values matter: Safety, Honesty and Integrity, Customer Focus, Building Trust, and Employee Development. We regard our employees as our greatest asset. We believe that identifying, attracting, developing, and retaining talent are significant actions because our people are so important.

SUMMARY

Full time position working from our Estevan Fluids Laboratory. The duties are split between field sampling and laboratory work. Field sampling entails collection of pressurized hydrocarbon gas and liquid samples from our clients' field locations. The lab work involves the specialized analyses of oilfield gas and liquid samples. Other duties would include liaising with clients regarding field sample collection, lab analyses requirements, shipping of lab samples and preparation of sample cylinders.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must comply with Safety Responsibilities explained in the Safety Responsibility Policy (CA-ADMR-S24).

• Maintain confidentiality and impartiality.

• Maintain compliance with the Health, Safety, and Quality Management System requirements (i.e. performing /conducting activities (processes) in compliance with standard operating procedures, standard test methods and quality system procedures).

• Ensure that all safety infractions are reported in a timely manner.

• Contribute to the effectiveness of the Management Systems, including improvement of performance and reduction of nonconformities.

• Receive oilfield sample and log sample details into internal database system

• Set up and operate various types of laboratory equipment

• Perform specialized tests on pressurized gas and oil samples

• Generate lab analyses reports for distribution to company clients.

• Efficiently interface and communicate with clients regarding the set-up of projects, and the relevance, validity, and application of analytical testing performed, and data generated.

• Perform other assigned duties to ensure that projects are completed on an accurate and timely basis, including organizing workload to accommodate for the completion of prioritized analysis, and relaying the status of such analyses to senior staff.

• Maintain a safe, clean efficient workplace.

• Maintain regular communication with Calgary laboratory regarding lab analyses requirements

• Perform sample disposal and sample cylinder preparation

• Perform sample shipping, ensuring transportation regulations of dangerous goods are being followed for shipments out of Estevan

• Perform additional duties as requested by senior staff

• Interact with clients to arrange field sampling schedules.

• Responds to client concerns and requests.

• Comply with safety regulations of oilfield clients.

• Perform field analysis and sampling of pressurized hydrocarbon gas and liquid samples and oilfield water samples as per "Field Services Standard Operating Procedures and Forms".

• Accurately complete field sampling data sheets for all field work

• Travel/work out of town, as required

• Ensures the following regarding assigned field vehicle(s):

  • Routine cleaning.

  • Routine Service

  • Ensuring maintenance and repairs performed as and when required

QUALIFICATIONS

• Post secondary diploma or equivalent.

• Minimum of 2 year's combined related experience and education.

• Valid Driver's License

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION

• Must maintain a valid driver's license

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Laboratory Technicians must meet the following physical qualifications.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, lift, carry, push, pull, reach, and bend. Must be able to work in the presence of odors typical of petroleum or petrochemicals without allergic reactions or nausea.

• The department provides product information, training, engineering controls, and personal protective equipment to protect employees from exposure to potentially harmful levels of these materials.  Employees are required to read product information, use available engineering controls, follow guidelines presented during training, and be able to wear and use appropriate protective equipment, including respiratory protective equipment, as may be required by the work environment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position resides within a normal office working environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee may also be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals in some work areas. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Core Laboratories, including all of its affiliated and related entities, is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. Employment decisions are made regardless of characteristics including, but not limited to, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, religion, genetic information, protected veteran or uniformed service member status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

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