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Petroleum Inspector - Lake Charles, LA
Petroleum Inspector - Lake Charles, LABureau Veritas North America • Lake Charles, LA, US
Petroleum Inspector - Lake Charles, LA

Petroleum Inspector - Lake Charles, LA

Bureau Veritas North America • Lake Charles, LA, US
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Overview

Visit client facilities, including barges and ships, shore tanks, railcars, and tank trucks for quantity surveys of a variety of commodities including petroleum and petrochemicals and collects samples, for laboratory analysis. Perform laboratory test to determine chemical and physical characteristics or composition for such purpose as quality control, process control or product development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Receive orders, obtain information, and gather paperwork from Operations Supervisors on movements.
  • Obtain and label samples, gauge shore tanks, vessels, barges, railcars, and / or tank trucks as specified per job order.
  • Promptly and safely deliver samples to an Inspectorate laboratory for analysis or retain, or deliver to client facilities for analysis or retain.
  • Promptly and accurately calculate quantities and / or results and complete all required paperwork and distribute copies appropriately.
  • Operate laboratory equipment and instruments such as microscopes, centrifuges, agitators, viscosimeters, chemical balance scales, spectrophotometers, gas chromatographs, colorimeters, and other equipment.
  • Test, prepare or add chemicals to meet required specifications.
  • Record and write test results on standardized forms and describe procedures used.
  • Prepare graphs and charts.
  • Ensure that all equipment is clean, sterilized and in good operating condition, including safety and monitoring equipment appropriate to the job.
  • Report to job-site punctually and observe all applicable federal and state regulations and standards, terminal, refinery, and / or vessel requirements, including safety and measurement standards.
  • Attend "Key Meetings" with external personnel ashore and / or abroad. Represent Inspectorate by appearance and conduct. Behave ethically at all times.
  • Communicate any problems, discrepancies, or other noteworthy incidents to the Operations Supervisor and / or Dispatcher without delay.
  • Maintain a 24-hour on-call status including weekends and holidays. Support and participate in Inspectorate's Business Management System (BMS). Attend company meetings as required.
  • Other duties may be assigned.

Seniority level

  • Entry level

    • Employment type

  • Full-time

    • Job function

  • Management and Manufacturing

    • Qualifications

  • Education and / or Experience : High school diploma or GED. 1-3 years' experience in the laboratory using GC, HPLC techniques, etc. Internships and research experience will be considered. Knowledge of HS&E procedures and associated governmental regulations.
  • Language Skills : Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
  • Mathematical Skills : Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, decimals and basic algebra.
  • Reasoning Ability : Ability to solve practical problems and apply common sense understanding to deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret and carry out a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
  • Certificates, Licenses, Registrations : Valid driver's license required.
  • Physical Demands : Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear; taste and smell; occasional sitting. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Work Environment : May work in high, precarious places; outside in weather conditions; near flammable materials; exposed to wet / humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold and heat, risk of electrical shock, enclosed spaces, and occasional exposure to radiation. Appropriate safety training is provided.

    • Summary

    Visit client facilities to perform quantity surveys and collect samples for laboratory analysis to determine chemical and physical characteristics for quality control, process control or product development.

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