Lab Technician IV

About Fairweather

Fairweather is a trusted service provider in Alaska, delivering specialized solutions in remote and Arctic environments. Our mission is to support operations with safety, integrity, and excellence. We offer a dynamic and inclusive work environment, ensuring our employees are equipped with the tools and support needed for success.

Why You Should Work for Us

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Supportive and collaborative work culture
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• Commitment to employee safety and well-being

Total Rewards & Benefits

• Medical Coverage: Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) plans, including medical, dental, and vision
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) up to 4% company match.
• Insurance: Short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and voluntary supplemental coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free counseling and support services
• Paid Holidays: Observance of major federal holidays
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Health and dependent care options

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Summary:

The Alpine Laboratory and Field Maintenance Technician is primarily responsible for providing safe and efficient sampling and analytical support for field operations, including quality verification of field sales products and monitoring of facility systems and chemicals. In addition, this position assists the Asset Integrity Team in monitoring facilities and pipelines and Operations Team with day-to-day facility and drill site maintenance functions and tasks.

Essential job responsibilities/functions to include, but not limited to:

• Reporting of analytical data using LabVantage (LIMS) and Business Objects.
• Analysis of custody transfer crude.
• Fieldwide sampling for the routine analysis and monitoring of production facility systems (i.e., glycols, gas, water, oil).
• Fieldwide sampling and sample prep of wellhead program samples (SIR).
• Fieldwide sampling of non-routine samples.
• Maintenance Pig sampling and analysis.
• Biocide envelope sampling.
• Monthly BLM gas sampling and record keeping.   
• Submit requests for lab equipment, materials, and supplies
• Update lab sampling and analysis procedures
• Provide for the safe, optimal performance, and operation of the Alpine Laboratory.
• Adhere to safety and environmental policies and training compliance.
• Actively participate in the decision-making process and support the decision.
• Support corrosion monitoring efforts to extend the life of existing facility systems and other field assets, thus reducing overall production costs.
• Increase lab analysis capabilities when opportunities arise.
• Check data quality for correctness and make corrections when errors are discovered.
• Day-to-day drill site and facility maintenance functions and tasks including; assisting operators with pigging, installing and removing EIPs, flange management activities and other routine tasks; Inspecting and repairing operations equipment and tooling; Managing operations materials and inventories; and General housekeeping.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

The technician must be able to differentiate colors, work under a respiratory protection plan, and work independently. Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Teams, and PowerPoint is required, along with the ability to read and interpret meters, gauges, and written instructions.

Required Qualifications:

• 2+ years direct oilfield/petro-chemical operations experience
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer
• Driver’s License and ability to drive without assistance anywhere on the North Slope fields.
• Able to work a 12-hour shift independently without supervision.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or another science discipline with coursework in general chemistry and analytical chemistry. Relevant experience may substitute for specific coursework requirements.
• Two or more years of laboratory testing experience in the petrochemical industry.
• Two or more years of oilfield operations, roustabout, field maintenance, or mechanical support experience.
• Experience working on the North Slope or in other remote or Arctic locations.
• Ability to identify historical trends from large datasets.
• Experience performing ad hoc bench chemistry testing to classify unknown samples.
• Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
• Instrument certifications obtained through completion of industry-supplied technical training.
• Training and experience in flange management.
• Experience with material handling, rigging, and lifting operations.
• Experience performing facility maintenance, equipment inspections, and minor repairs.
• Experience operating hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment in an industrial environment.
• Familiarity with snow removal, winterization activities, and working in severe weather conditions.
• Intermediate proficiency in reading and interpreting P&IDs and isometric drawings.

Working Conditions:

Work extended hours in sub-zero temperatures. Stand for extended periods of time while performing laboratory analyses.  Work overtime as required.

Physical Restrictions:

The overall physical health of the Individual should be well enough to allow them to:

• Lift 50 pounds from ground level to chest height.
• Work and walk on uneven surfaces.
• Climb ladders to pipe rack heights.

Training:

• Alaska Safety Handbook
• NSTC coursework
• SIM/Prep courses
• Appropriate CPAI HSE training courses
• Swagelok training

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:  It is Fairweather's business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

PREFERENCE STATEMENT:  Fairweather is a Doyon company. As such, it grants preference to qualified Doyon Shareholders first and, second, to qualified shareholders of other Alaska Native corporations that grant a similar preference, in all phases of employment and training, including, but not limited to, hiring, promotion, layoff, transfer, and training.

Fairweather is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

A review of this position has excluded marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills or abilities.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.