Chemical Technician

Would you like to support laboratory testing and help ensure safe, reliable chemical operations?

Do you enjoy working in a structured environment where accuracy, safety, and consistency are key?

Partnering with the Best

Our Downstream Chemicals Team leverages advanced chemistry, digital tools, and more than 100 years of industry expertise to deliver value‑driven solutions for refinery customers. The team provides best‑in‑class support to improve water and process treatment applications, helping customers optimize performance, reliability, and safety.

Fueling Your Passion

As a Chemical Technician, you will support laboratory and operational activities by running appropriate tests, following established procedures, and applying moderate analytical skills. You will work closely with technical and operations teams to ensure accurate results, safe practices, and consistent execution.

As a Chemical Technician, you will be responsible for:

Running appropriate laboratory and field tests in accordance with established procedures and work instructions.
Applying moderate analytical skills to review results and identify routine issues or deviations.
Demonstrating working knowledge within a general field of chemical specialty.
Supporting sample preparation, handling, and basic testing activities.
Accurately documenting test results, work activities, and related information using basic computer systems.
Following formal procedures and maintenance practices to ensure quality and consistency.
Supporting operational and laboratory activities based on business needs.
Conducting all work in accordance with company Health, Safety, Environmental (HSE) policies, quality standards, and legal requirements.
Operating company vehicles safely within and around refinery facilities in compliance with site safety regulations and company policies.

To be successful in this role you will:

Have a High School Diploma with 1+ year of laboratory experience, or
Have an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree.
Have moderate analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Have basic knowledge of chemical testing methods and laboratory practices.
Have the ability to follow standardized procedures and work instructions.
Have basic computer skills for documentation and reporting.
Have the ability to work safely in a laboratory or industrial environment while using required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Have a valid driver's license.

Work in a Way That Works for You

This role follows a structured work schedule aligned with laboratory and operational needs. Work hours may vary based on business requirements.

Shift: Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM -3:00 PM

Working with Us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We foster an inclusive, collaborative environment where individuals are supported, developed, and empowered to bring their best selves to work.

Working for You

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support your well‑being and professional growth, which may include:

Career development and training opportunities
Medical and wellness benefits
Financial and retirement programs
Additional voluntary benefits

This position requires valid work authorization in the country of employment. The employer is unable to sponsor work authorization for this role at any time.

You will be eligible to participate in Company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k). You will have a choice of coverage options that best suit your needs. Coverage options and contribution amounts are related to your benefit elections, base salary level, and specific requirements of each of these plans.

This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which can be found here, and is further eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses subject to the terms of the applicable benefit plans or policies.

Baker Hughes will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories, including candidates with arrests or convictions records, in a manner consistent with the law according to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Technician Chemical I