WHO WE ARE:
Par Pacific is a growth-oriented company that owns and operates market-leading energy and infrastructure businesses in logistically-complex markets. Par Pacific combines experience in the oil and gas industry with corporate financing know-how. We bring this unique strength to complex markets where we seek out diamonds in the rough. As a nimble, entrepreneurial organization, we actively pursue new opportunities in response to local market demands and changing external environments.
The Role
Reporting to the Lab Manager, part of your specific responsibilities, in the following areas, you will:
- Ensure all equipment is calibrated and maintained.
- Assist the tech services group on projects.
- Assist in laboratory operation and management.
- Analyze control charts to verify that instruments are in control.
- Prepare samples for shipping.
- Organize and complete studies and report the findings.
- Perform initial troubleshooting of instruments and coordinator repairs, if needed.
- Ensure laboratory equipment and solutions are properly maintained.
- Develop and administer maintenance and calibration procedures.
- Ensure that calibration and maintenance programs are adhered to as required by military contracts.
- Priority in safety and environmental compliance.
- Willingness to multitask and manage different projects simultaneously.
The Opportunity
- Lab Technician at a Growth-Oriented Energy Company
- Opportunity to jump start your career in the energy industry
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Enjoy exposure to Senior Management while providing analysis of the Company’s forecasting and business planning initiatives.
The Requirements
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:
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Must be proficient with MS Office Suite software. - Strong analytical and mathematical skills.
- Thorough knowledge of petroleum products.
- Ability to walk, stand, bend, reach – fully use the laboratory
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds, and on occasion more
- 20/40 vision (with or without corrective lenses), hearing ability
- Wear necessary safety equipment (e.g. safety glasses, earplugs, steel-toed boots, hard hat), as required
- Bachelor of Science Degree, Engineering preferred, or
- Equivalent combination of education and experience
- Knowledgeable with modern analytical instrumentation, including monitoring, calibrating, and maintaining. (Wet chemistry, chromatography, physical state analysis)
- Chemistry knowledge in a refinery laboratory also preferred.
- Thorough knowledge of petroleum products.
- Knowledge of the ASTM methods used for petroleum testing desired.
Note: This description is intended to give you a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive listing of duties and responsibilities.
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. And there’s certainly nothing ordinary about Par Pacific people. We are driven, hardworking, entrepreneur-minded professionals that love to win. If that describes you, you’ll fit right in.
Location, location, location
Because Par Pacific is in some of the most beautiful places throughout the country, our employees get to make these places their home and enrich their lives. The office where you’ll work is in Newcastle, WY with plenty of outdoor activities and a small town feel.
Opportunistic growth strategy
At Par Pacific, we look for operations with strong fundamentals and great employees who can move a business forward. Our management team has deep experience in the energy industry, as well as in leading mergers, acquisitions, and integrations of newly acquired companies.
Excellent compensation
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a strong comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance; a robust allotment of paid time off; a 401(k) with company match; retirement savings plans; educational reimbursement; and more.
Keys to Success
We are looking for a highly motivated, self-starter with a positive attitude. Candidates should have a natural thirst for knowledge and curiosity to drive personal and professional development. This is a busy and challenging role but with the right person, we know that the talent and tools are available to make a good thing even better. Cross training will also be critical so you will be responsible for areas such as jet fuel testing, and deadlines. You’ll need to be a leader and good communicator, set and articulate clear goals, to effectively manage deadlines and priorities.
In addition, in order to be a successful Lab Technician, you will:
- Effectively and efficiently manage your time concentrating on important priorities. Your expertise should allow you to get more done in a shorter amount of time than team members and cover a broader range of activities, as required.
- Maintain high expectations and be a trusted team member to perform.
- Earn credibility through your skill and strong decision making so that others seek your advice.
- Make good decisions and judgment, without constant management supervision.
- Be proactive
- Achieve goals independently and contribute as a team player
- Identify ways to improve processes and controls
- Combine analytical skills and creativity in solving problems
- Strong work ethic and accountability
- Effectively communicate with the team and ask questions
The Company
Par Pacific Holdings, Inc., based in Houston, Texas, owns, manages and maintains interests in energy and infrastructure businesses. Par Pacific’s strategy is to identify, acquire and operate energy and infrastructure businesses with attractive competitive positions. We own and operate refineries in Hawaii, Washington and Wyoming, with total operating throughput capacity of over 150 Mbpd. We own and operate one of the largest energy infrastructure networks in Hawaii with a logistics network supplying the major islands of the state. In Wyoming, Par Pacific owns a refinery and associated logistics network in a niche market. We operate 123 fuel retail outlets in Hawaii, Washington, and Idaho. Par Pacific has an active, opportunistic growth strategy. Our common stock is publicly traded on the NYSE under the trading symbol “PARR”.
Note: Par Pacific will not accept calls from third-party recruiters. All candidates are required to apply through this web posting.
Par Pacific is an equal opportunity employer. Par Pacific prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable law.
Source: Indeed.com
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