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KBR Laboratory Service Technician in Houston, Texas
Title:
Laboratory Service Technician
At KBR we are committed to our Nation’s Military and Veteran’s through our partnerships with Hiring our Hero’s and DoD Skillbridge. We attract the best minds in the world because our expertise thrives on creativity, resourcefulness, and collaboration. We are known for Delivering Solutions, Changing the World. We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers. But we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely. All Skillbridge positions have potential of full time job offers upon successful completion of the program unless expressed otherwise.
KBR is seeking Laboratory Service Technician to support our Biomedical and Environmental Research Department for KBR’s Science and Space division.
The Laboratory Service Technician will provide technical expertise in general laboratory maintenance for the Laboratory Support Services (LSS) team at the NASA-Johnson Space Center. This role is a function of the Human Health and Performance Contract to support spaceflight operations projects as well as research studies conducted to advance future exploration missions.
This position will work closely with the LSS lead and laboratory stakeholders to ensure the maintenance, proper certification, and calibration of all laboratory equipment is met in accordance with established quality management system standards. In addition, this position will support the management of the house gas supply, maintaining inventory and distribution of gases, liquid nitrogen, and dry ice. The candidate will also support the Environmental Monitoring System by responding to off-nominal alerts after hours as needed.
Other responsibilities may include the ability to maintain a National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) Certification to autonomously certify and repair biological safety cabinets, support the certification and implementation of pressure systems, and conduct maintenance and troubleshooting on refrigeration systems and refrigerant evacuations in preparation of equipment disposal.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Conduct general repair on laboratory equipment as needed or coordinate with external vendors for specialized equipment repairs.
Monitor the environmental and gas pressure telemetry systems and respond to off-nominal alerts as needed.
Maintain inventory and coordinate procurement and distribution of gases, liquid nitrogen, and dry ice.
Provide support for the repair and certification of incubators and cold storage units.
Provide back-up support of administration of environmental monitoring system.
Perform other duties as required.
Ability to work within a dynamic team environment.
Excellent skills in both written and verbal communication.
REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Must be Active Duty Military and Eligible for the Skillbridge program
Candidates must meet the requirements listed below to be considered for this position; please note required items on your resume.
This position requires US Citizenship or Permanent Resident status due to the sensitivity of customer related information.
Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent with 4 years’ experience OR an Associate degree with 1 or more years’ experience
Experience:
Must have experience with general equipment repair.
Must have general knowledge of electrical systems.
Familiarization working with specialized equipment.
Proven ability to perform technical work to high standards.
Willingness to learn new skills.
Ability to capture, communicate, and implement the needs and requirements of customers for their projects.
Ability to attain and maintain respect and confidence of the customer and contract personnel.
Must be able to work independently, be highly motivated, and able to work with multiple disciplines.
Ability to communicate with project managers, project leads, customers, and with contract colleagues is essential.
Experience with Microsoft Office products, (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Must be open-minded to new ideas and new ways of doing business, willing to embrace new opportunities, and the flexibility to adapt to a changing environment.
Reliable and dependable work habits and the dedication to get the job done.
Standing/walking; climbing/stooping/kneeling; lifting/pulling/pushing: 25lbs or greater is required.
STANDARD KBR REQUIREMENTS:
All of KBR’s employee’s must be team players, able to communicate effectively with internal and external customers, able to follow safety and quality policies, able to follow company programs, processes, procedures, practices, requirements, goals, and objectives. In addition, they must also be organized, with good time management skills.
KBR BENEFITS
KBR offers a wide range of benefits for their employees; we offer medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, disability benefits, retirement 401k, travel benefits, PTO, holidays, flexible work schedules, parental leave, military leave, education assistance, and the list goes on and on! We also support career advancement through professional training and development .
INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY AT KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture.
These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.