Gas Lab Technician

OXARC has been providing welding and industrial supplies, as well as, medical and specialty gases since 1968. OXARC is headquartered in Spokane, Washington with 23 stores in WA, ID and OR.

Job Summary: Testing and analysis of product, production of product, responding to customer inquiries and complaints.



Duties include:

• Performs routine analytical procedures on pure and mixed gases.
• Runs mixture calculations for routine mixtures.
• Data entry. Maintains data both hard copies and electronically.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation and methods.
• Ensure that bulk tanks are sampled after receiving deliveries.
• Ensures and production areas are neat and clean.
• Be able to operate Lab in absence of the Lab Lead when needed.
• Accurate and timely completion of paperwork per FDA requirements.
• Commit to high performance through outstanding attendance and overall dependable work habits.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures as well as local, state and federal regulations and laws.

Requirements include:

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry preferred.

·        Industrial/Specialty Gas experience preferred.

• Knowledge of analytical chemistry methods and theories.
• Advanced technical training.
• Ability to work independently, establish priorities and accomplish objectives with minimal supervision.
• Occasionally be required to lift up to 40 pounds. 
• Effective oral and written skills.
• Must be organized and have good time management skills.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft, Word, Excel, Outlook, and Internet use.
• Must pass drug screen and background check.

Salary Range: Expected hiring salary is $25.00/hr. (The salary range represents the low and high end of the base salary for this position which is $25.00/hr. - $32.00/hr.)

OXARC offers a competitive salary and benefit package -- full time employees enjoy medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage with two deductible plans to choose from for employee and family, company paid life insurance ($50,000), 401(k) with company match, and employee discount. Paid time off includes 8 paid holidays per year, vacation is prorated based on hire date and employees are eligible to use vacation effective January after hire date, sick leave accrues at 1 hour for every 40 worked, jury duty (up to 30 days), and bereavement leave. Clothing allowance program. Voluntary benefit options include life, and AD&D insurance. Employees are eligible for most benefits on the first of the month following 90 days of employment. However, some benefits have different qualifying periods. Medical, dental, vision and prescription insurance is effective on the 1^st of the month following hire date.

Check us out at oxarc.com! To apply for this position please send cover letter and resume to hr@oxarc.com. May also apply in person at 716 S Oregon Ave, Pasco, WA 99301.

If you are an applicant with a disability who is unable to use our online tools to search and apply for posted jobs, please contact us by calling, 1-800-765-9055.

EEO/Affirmative Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.