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Laboratory Research Technician

TEKsystems
$21.00 - $31.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, California, Richmond
Mar 12, 2025
Our Client is seeking a Laboratory Research Technician that will work a 9/80 hybrid schedule that may include rotating shifts Mondays through Friday with occasional weekends and overtime. Specifically this candidate will perform: * Operates complex distillation and process laboratory equipment maintaining round-the-clock operations under the direction of the supervisor or lead technician. (Laboratory equipment includes large and small reactors and distillation columns. Operating at elevated temperatures and atmospheric and sub-atmospheric pressures.) * Full participation in Safety Metrics, Operational Excellence (OE) individually, on your crew and within business unit. * Operates process units, utility systems, and related equipment in accordance with the requests of researchers and oversight of the supervisor or lead technician. Ensures equipment is properly inspected to detect any unsafe or improperly functioning equipment. * Provides support in sample handling activities for research and crude oil assay samples for internal and external customers and other internal labs. * Meets Safety/OE objectives and milestones. Minimum Requirements Include: * High School Diploma or GED * 2+ years of Plant and/or Lab Operations experience (plant equipment and maintenance) or equivalent mechanical background work * Experience with safely operating process equipment and instruments. * A firm commitment to lab safety, Operational Excellence, and Human Organizational Performance * Strong mechanical aptitude * Basic use knowledge of Microsoft 365, Excel, and Word software Preferred Criteria * Associate degree, or equivalent in science, technology, mechanical/pipe fitting trade or related field. * Refinery Operator Training - experience/attendance in ROP/P-Tech * Some knowledge of basic control instrumentation and electrical systems * Experience in working with chemicals, heavy oil, and distillate research or related materials * * To be considered, email resumes in the MS Word format with desired all-inclusive, W2 hourly contract rate to work a hybrid schedule in Richmond, California. Pre-employment background check and drug test will be administered upon candidate's acceptance of offer. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $31.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Richmond,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 24, 2025. About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.