Laboratory Technician I

NES Fircroft
Richmond, VA
Job Title: Laboratory Technician I

Job Posting ID: CVX2JP00029281

Location: Richmond, CA (Full-Time Onsite)

Duration: Two Year Contract (Renewable)

Work Schedule: 9/80

Rate: $30 /hr



Position Overview
The Lab Technician I supports the testing of refining catalysts and hydrocarbon feedstocks/products under the direction of senior team members, research engineers, chemists, or lab leaders. Work involves operating lab equipment, supporting bench scale testing units, and maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and documentation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Execute laboratory tasks for refining catalyst and hydrocarbon product testing.
  • Handle product collection, blending, storage, and inspection sample submissions for BSU or PTU testing units (may include hazardous chemicals).
  • Operate analytical equipment to collect feed/product characterization data and generate summary reports while strictly following SOPs and QA/QC procedures.
  • Support operation of complex Bench Scale Units running at elevated temperatures and pressures (=500°F and =1000 psig), including monitoring and recording unit status.
  • Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting of analytical and testing systems.
  • Maintain laboratory cleanliness and organization with minimal guidance.
  • Communicate effectively with team members and customers.
  • Adhere strictly to Chevron Operational Excellence standards, lab safety requirements, and project deliverables.
  • Document work processes and results clearly to protect Intellectual Property.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related scientific field.
  • Hands-on lab experience with safe chemical handling, analytical/testing instruments, and accurate experimental documentation.
  • Basic equipment maintenance and troubleshooting skills.
  • Strong safety practices, especially with hazardous chemicals, high-temperature, and high-pressure systems.
  • Experience operating test units at elevated temperature and pressure (=500°F, =1000 psig).
  • Mechanical aptitude for assembling simple piping or test components.
  • Proficiency with MS Office; familiarity with instrumentation or process-control software.
  • Strong communication, teamwork, and collaboration skills.
  • Consistent delivery of high-quality work in both lab and office settings.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Posted 2026-01-23

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