Lab Technician

Sunoco LP is a leading energy infrastructure and fuel distribution master limited partnership operating across 47 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, Europe, and Mexico. The Partnership's midstream operations include an extensive network of approximately 9,500 miles of pipeline and over 100 terminals. This critical infrastructure complements the Partnership's fuel distribution operations, which serve approximately 10,000 convenience stores, independent dealers, commercial customers, and distributors.

At Sunoco, we take great pride in what we do and wholeheartedly believe our employees drive success for our company and our customers. We are always looking for the best and brightest talent and we are committed to making your job a challenging and rewarding experience.

Position Summary:

Responsible for performing standard testing on petroleum products to ensure the quality meets or exceeds the specifications set forth by company and regulatory requirements and to assist with operations of the terminal as necessary.

Major Accountabilities:

- Setting up, calibrating, and operating laboratory equipment to analyze petroleum products, by-products, and water samples to verify they meet or exceed established specifications.

- Record all data accurately in standard lab format and input results into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).

- Report all irregularities to supervisor immediately.

- Collect samples as required from the various collection sites.

- Responsible for the safe and proper disposal of excess samples and containers.

- Assist with accounting for and maintaining adequate inventory of laboratory spares such as chemicals and glassware.

- Maintain a safe and clean working area at all times.

- Participate in the Sunoco Lab Training Program.

Education Requirement:

High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor's degree in chemistry preferred.

Experience Requirement:

- Minimum of three years of petroleum laboratory or related industry experience preferred.

- Must have the willingness to learn new tasks and progress through the Sunoco Lab Tech training program

- Must have proficient computer skills (MS Outlook, MS Office, etc.)

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong interpersonal skills required

- Ability to communicate effectively with other personnel and work in a “team” environment

- Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks without constant supervision

- Strong attention to detail

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

- Climbing at least 60 feet on stairs at least a few times per week.

- Climbing at least 7 to 11 feet on ladders or scaffolding at least a few times per month.

- Lifting objects weighing up to 50 lbs. at least a few times a week, with the expectations that an employee can lift up to 100 lbs. with assistance, when needed.

- Carrying objects weighing up to 25 lbs. for up to 50 feet on a weekly basis.

- Walking 100 yards or more over 10 times throughout the day, with the expectations that employees could walk regularly up to 300 yards at a time for a total of 2 miles or more during a shift.

- Walking on steep inclines for up to 15 minutes at a time.

- Working in a crouching position several times per day for up to an hour at a time.

- Bending and stooping several times per day for up to 30 minutes at a time.

- Bending and twisting for up to 30 minutes at a time, including manually digging with shovels.

"An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet The Partnership is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of any actual or perceived legally protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law. The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job. DISCLAIMER: The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. "