Chemical Technician
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$21 - $24 per hour |
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| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Malta Ridge, NY, US, 12020 Ballston Spa, New York open_in_new |
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Verified Pay check_circleProvided by the employer$22.50
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About this job
Job Description
Temp-to-Perm Opportunity
- Quick advancement opportunities with potential for permanent employment.
- Entry-level candidates are welcome! Training will be provided to motivated candidates who are eager to learn.
- Candidates must be available and willing to work both day and night shifts.
- Estimated schedule: 36/48 hours per week.
- Ideal candidates should be committed, dependable, coachable, safety-focused, and able to strictly follow established procedures.
Position Summary
The TGCM Technician 5 is responsible for supporting the safe operation, monitoring, and maintenance of liquid bulk and specialty gas/chemical delivery systems.
This is a hands-on role suited for candidates with mechanical or electro-mechanical aptitude who are willing to learn specialized processes and work in a highly regulated environment.
While prior experience is valued, personality, reliability, coachability, and potential are key priorities. Comprehensive training will be provided. It typically takes approximately 3 months to learn the core processes, with full qualification and understanding of day-to-day operations developing over several years.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain liquid bulk and specialty gas/chemical delivery equipment.
- Perform minor inspections and preventive maintenance on gas and chemical equipment.
- Conduct daily equipment and facility rounds.
- Record operating readings and complete required safety inspections.
- Monitor online systems and operating conditions.
- Perform chemical tote/drum and gas cylinder change-outs.
- Monitor and execute liquid bulk delivery and trailer transfer procedures.
- Identify potential technical issues and obtain assistance when necessary.
- Participate as an active member of the Emergency Response Team.
- Complete TGCM Technician 5 local on-the-job training and qualification requirements within 12 months.
- Participate in safety, training, and operational improvement programs.
- Assist with training TGCM contractors when required.
- Follow all Health, Safety & Environmental (HS&E) requirements, including PPE, forklift operation, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined-space entry, and related procedures.
- Perform basic analytical and sampling procedures.
- Support hazardous waste handling, including proper transfer, documentation, labeling, and spill-response procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED.
- 1+ year of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Mechanical or electro-mechanical aptitude.
- Ability to learn new processes and equipment quickly.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to accurately follow written and verbal instructions.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, dependable, and willing to learn.
- Ability to strictly follow safety, quality, and operating procedures.
- Strong problem-solving skills, particularly in emergency or high-pressure situations.
- Willingness and ability to work both day and night shifts.
Preferred Experience
Experience in any of the following environments is a plus:
- Semiconductor manufacturing
- Chemical or specialty gas operations
- Military technical/electronics environments
- Nuclear industry
- Industrial equipment operations or maintenance
TGCM (Total Gas and Chemical Management) is an outsourced industrial service model used in semiconductor and electronics manufacturing to safely handle, supply, and monitor specialty gases and chemicals.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
- Ability to stand and walk for up to 11 hours per day.
- Ability to operate a hydraulic foot pump for 55-gallon drums.
- Ability to perform frequent bending and physical movement.
- Ability to wear a respirator when required.
- Ability to comply with onsite face-mask requirements.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a reliable, safety-conscious, mechanically inclined individual who is comfortable working long shifts, following strict procedures, and learning specialized industrial processes. Prior TGCM experience is not required—motivated entry-level candidates with the right attitude and aptitude are encouraged to apply.