Lab Chemist

Responsible for performing tests on samples for purposes such as quantitative analysis, quality control, and process control as well as general maintenance of laboratory equipment and physical maintenance of the laboratory.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Receiving, reviewing and understanding work orders for all received samples
• Performing required analysis according to customer and industry standards and requirements
• Documentation of each test result neatly and accurately
• Assisting new hire lab. technicians with correct methodology for analytical testing and reporting
• Preparation of corresponding analytical reports
• Performing quality assurance / quality control testing and assisting with control charts
• Maintaining laboratory instruments, equipment, and supplies
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned
• Safety Sensitive position that requires pre-employment, random and annual drug and alcohol testing (including marijuana testing).

Required Skills

Working Conditions

Work is primarily performed in a laboratory with occasional trip to collect or deliver samples The employee may be

exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. AmSpec Services provides product information,

training, engineering controls, and personal protective equipment in an effort to protect employees from exposure to

potentially harmful levels of those materials. Employees are required to read product information, use available

engineering controls, follow guidelines presented during training, and be able to wear and use appropriate protective

equipment, including respiratory protective equipment, as may be required by the work environment. The noise level in

the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Requirements

Pass a drug and alcohol test specified by AmSpec

Pass an annual Pulmonary Fitness and Respirator Fit Test

Pass a physical examination by a physician designated by AmSpec Services, both before employment and at any time

during employment upon request of AmSpec Services to confirm the Surveyor’s ability to perform the essential job

functions of the position.

Ability to stand for extended periods and lift / carry boxes weighing up to 45lbs.

Ability to work in the presence of odors, typical of petroleum or petrochemicals, without allergic reactions or nausea when

such odors are within OSHA-designated permissible exposure limits (PELs).

Required Experience

Working Conditions

Work is primarily performed in a laboratory with occasional trip to collect or deliver samples The employee may be

exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. AmSpec Services provides product information,

training, engineering controls, and personal protective equipment in an effort to protect employees from exposure to

potentially harmful levels of those materials. Employees are required to read product information, use available

engineering controls, follow guidelines presented during training, and be able to wear and use appropriate protective

equipment, including respiratory protective equipment, as may be required by the work environment. The noise level in

the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Requirements

Pass a drug and alcohol test specified by AmSpec

Pass an annual Pulmonary Fitness and Respirator Fit Test

Pass a physical examination by a physician designated by AmSpec Services, both before employment and at any time

during employment upon request of AmSpec Services to confirm the Surveyor’s ability to perform the essential job

functions of the position.

Ability to stand for extended periods and lift / carry boxes weighing up to 45lbs.

Ability to work in the presence of odors, typical of petroleum or petrochemicals, without allergic reactions or nausea when

such odors are within OSHA-designated permissible exposure limits (PELs).