Inspector I

About the Role

Summary Inspector I performs basic inspection work in petroleum and petrochemical terminals and refineries, as well as on board barges and ships, following industry standards and procedures published by API and Saybolt.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual cleanliness inspections of tanks, including entering confined spaces
• Verify the accuracy of measurement equipment
• Work safely in the presence of hazardous materials as defined in the appropriate Material Safety Data Sheets
• Take product measurements and samples; accurately and promptly perform related calculations
• Complete required reports and forms clearly and promptly; perform inventories
• Perform non-petroleum or chemical inspection assignments
• Perform other inspection department duties assigned by the Manager or Scheduler
• Exercise procedural, safety, and quality requirements specified in Saybolt procedures manuals, the Global Safety Manual, and Core Laboratories/Saybolt company policies
• Attend training and pass appropriate examinations in petroleum, chemical, and gas inspection procedures, including Right-to-Know training, hazardous materials transportation, and other safety training required by applicable regulations
• Gain knowledge of basic and advanced laboratory procedures through cross-training in the laboratory

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent (general education degree)
• 2 years as an Inspector or related experience

Skills

• Exhibit professional appearance and customer service orientation
• Ability to communicate and work productively with multiple stakeholders
• Ability to work independently

Certificates, Licenses, Registration

• Must have a vehicle in good, safe operating condition that can be used on the job for both personal and sample transportation in all ambient weather conditions
• Vehicles used for sample transportation must accommodate secondary sample containers issued for sample transportation
• Must maintain proper levels of automobile liability insurance and meet all state requirements on vehicles used for Saybolt assignments
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Local travel and occasional out-of-town assignments are required

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.

• Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles
• May be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals in some work areas
• Must be able to wear a respirator or other personal protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods to perform tasks
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate