What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Technician position at Hazen Research Inc?
About the Company
Hazen Research, Inc. is an independent industrial research and development (R&D) company specializing in the mining, chemical, energy, and environmental industries worldwide since 1961. Our 17-building, 12-acre campus in Golden, CO, houses multiple laboratory and pilot plant facilities to support our R&D work across multiple disciplines for across the globe. The facility is operated by a staff of well over 100 engineers, chemists, technicians, and support personnel.
About the Position
We are seeking applicants for experienced Research Technicians. The selected candidates will work within a multi-disciplinary team of technicians and engineers to build and operate R&D processes ranging in size from bench to pilot scale. The ideal candidates will have a high mechanical aptitude and be able to troubleshoot equipment and processes.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Operate bench and pilot scale systems as part of an operating crew, maintain the process as directed, record process data when tasked, recognize process deviations, and help troubleshoot issues
- Working with a variety of hazardous materials including minerals, compressed gases, cryogenic liquids, acids, bases, solvents, and other chemicals
- Working in a variety of hazardous or industrial environments including high-temperature processes
- Must be medically fit to wear a respirator
- Additional requirements may include training to operate a forklift, fall protection, or other training relevant to the project work
Work Schedule
- Full-time position working 40 hours and overtime when necessary
- 8-hour day Monday to Friday
- Sometimes longer shifts up to 12-hour days and/or nights and weekend work are required
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- 4 years of relevant experience and ability to troubleshoot mechanical problems such as with rotameters, fans, and valves (desired for Entry-Level)
- Knowledgeable and experienced with hand and power tools
- Familiar with Microsoft Office (specifically Excel and Word)
- Ability to lift up to 70 lbs. on occasion
Desired (but not required) Skills/Experience
- Basic knowledge of chemistry
- Experience in the chemical, environmental, or mining industries
- Experience with or knowledge of mineral separation techniques (flotation, gravity, magnetic, electrostatic, etc.)
- Familiar with different types of process instruments (thermocouples, flow meters, rotameters, pressure indicators, pressure transducers, pH probes, etc.)
- Be able to construct bench and pilot scale systems - Plumb gas and liquid lines - install pipe and/or tubing for process lines - install necessary equipment - calibrate and maintain equipment
Benefits:
- 401(k) 3% Employer Non-Elective Contribution plus Employer Matching of up to 4%
- Flexible work schedule
- Health insurance (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
- Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Ancillary Insurances Offered: Life/AD&D, Long Term Disability, and Long-Term Care
- PTO 3 Weeks and accrual starts from date of hire
- Tuition reimbursement
We are an equal opportunity employer. Minority/ Females/ Disabled/ Veterans/ Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/ National Origin.
Salary : $23 - $29