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Par Pacific , Lab Tech 1 in Tacoma, Washington
Lab Tech I The Opportunity Lab Technicianat a Growth-Oriented Energy Company Opportunity to jump start your career in the energy industry. Work in a fast-paced lab with changing priorities. Understand Petroleum Refining Expand knowledge of the Asphalt Paving Industry Become Involved in maintaining a high level of Environmental responsibility. Grow in our Renewable Fuels interests. Become part of the lab team and Par Family. Qualifications To meet the basic qualification for this role, you will have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship. To be a good fit for the Lab Technician opportunity, you will have: Minimum of two (2) years Vocational Technical or College training (science background preferred) Ability to lift 35lbs. Be self-motivated, independent (working with minimal supervision), able to multi-tasks in a fast-paced environment, strong work ethic, and be team oriented. Proficient with most MS programs - particularly MS Office Suite of products (Excel, Outlook, andWord) Job involves shift work, 24 hours/day and 7 days/week operation (including holidays). Laboratory Technicians will normally work an 8or 10-hour shift of rotating day and swing shifts on a 4-week basis. Graveyard will be expected once qualified in 5 out of 6 lab subdivisions. Ability to work overtime is a requirement. Additional qualifications include: Reporting to theLab Supervisor, you will be providing exemplary customer service to our clients. As part of your specific responsibilities, in the following areas, you will: ActivelyParticipation in a Team Environment. Training in Lab Specific Modulesin accordance with a set qualification and progression path. Successfully complete and maintain qualifications in Gas Streams Subdivision. Successfully complete and maintain qualifications in Gas Bench Subdivision. Successfully complete and maintain qualifications in Jet Subdivision. Participate in all safety Training and attend all monthly lab safety meetings. Utilize highly technical equipment use such as:Automated Distillation Apparatus, Viscometers, Flash Point, Cloud/Pour Point, Densometers, VP Analyzer, pH, Ammonia analyzers. Analyze all intermediate process samples and finished tanks of various petroleum products. Maintain active Safety presence while working in a petroleum environment. Note: This description is intended to give you a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive listing of duties and responsibilities. About Us At Par Pacific, we own and operate market-leading energy and infrastructure businesses in logistically complex markets. We have built a team of oil and gas industry veterans and subject matter experts to lead our organization with an entrepreneurial spirit and a collaborative, problem solving approach. We bring our diverse strengths and motivation to complex markets where we seek out diamonds in the rough. As a nimble, growing organization, we actively pursue new opportunities with corporate financing know-how, respond to local market demands, and adapt to changing external environments. More Good Reasons to work for Par: Unique culture There is nothing ordinary about Par Pacific -- a niche player in the energy space that operates in logistically complex markets. Andthere'scertainly nothing ordinary about Par Pacific people. We are driven, hardworking, entrepreneur-minded professionals that love to win. If that describes you,you'llfit right in. Location, location, location Because Par Pacificis located insome of the most beautiful places throughout the country, our employees get to make these places their home and enrich their lives. The office whereyou'llwork is in the Tacoma, Washington.t's a vibrant area of the city with plenty of places for