Utility Tester

Kern Energy is seeking a Utility Tester who is responsible for conducting the qualitative and quantitative testing and laboratory analysis of finished products and process unit streams in an efficient and timely manner. This position is responsible for reporting accurate, precise, and timely data to refinery departments to facilitate decision-making by refinery management. The successful candidate will exhibit Kern's core values of Teamwork, Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Connection.

Job Function

• Maintain a safe, clean laboratory environment and properly handle hazardous materials and waste.
• Prioritize work assignments to meet testing schedules and communicate conflicts to the Lab Supervisor and affected departments.
• Perform qualitative and quantitative testing of finished products, process streams, unit control samples, and blend samples according to established protocols.
• Report accurate and timely test results to refinery departments.
• Monitor laboratory equipment performance and report issues to the Chemist and Lab Supervisor.
• Coordinate validation testing for questionable or out-of-specification results.
• Perform special testing and support special reporting requests as assigned.
• Operate and maintain laboratory instruments in accordance with SOPs, including:
  • GC-FID
  • GC-FID-SCD
  • Sulfur Analyzers
  • Knock Engines
  • Cetane Analyzers
  • Other analytical laboratory equipment
• Remain current on testing methods, industry developments, regulations, and best practices.
• Support the Quality Control Program, including inter-laboratory cross-check activities.
• Maintain accurate and organized testing records.
• Perform other duties as assigned.