Chemical Technician Jobs in Golden, CO

A Chemical Technician, in the chemistry industry, is an essential professional responsible for performing experiments, running laboratory tests, maintaining lab equipment, and compiling results for data analysis. They use techniques such as analytical, physical, inorganic, and organic chemistry to conduct these tests. These professionals also assist chemists and chemical engineers in research, development, and production. They have a host of duties including preparing chemical solutions, testing product durability, and documenting their findings for future reference. In the production process, they also monitor product quality to ensure compliance with standards and regulations.

To be a successful Chemical Technician, one must have a strong background in chemistry and other sciences, good analytical skills, and attention to detail. Important certifications include a degree in Chemical Technology or a related field and an optional certification from the American Chemical Society (ACS). The ACS certification provides a standard of excellence recognized by many employers. Potential job roles a person may have before becoming a Chemical Technician include Laboratory Assistant, Quality Control Analyst, or Research Assistant. These roles provide valuable experience in conducting experiments, handling lab equipment, and dealing with chemical substances.

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Laboratory Technician - Part Time

  • Denver, CO (21 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 3 days ago
  • Denver, CO (21 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 3 days ago

Laboratory Technician - Part Time Denver Health - 3.6 Denver, CO Job Details Part-time $21.67 - $30.34 an hour 12 hours ago Benefits On-site gym Employee discount Childcare Retirement plan...

Quality Control Technician (1st Shift)

  • Englewood, CO (13 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 4 days ago
  • Englewood, CO (13 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 4 days ago

Quality Control Technician (1st Shift) This position reports to the Quality Control Supervisor. The role is responsible for performing quality activities and maintaining a quality laboratory...

Laboratory Technician

  • Denver, CO (21 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Denver, CO (21 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 5 days ago

Company Description SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality...

Chemistry Technician

  • Englewood, CO (13 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Englewood, CO (13 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities Batching samples for analytical analyses Perform manual wet-chemistry techniques such as alkalinity, pH, conductivity, TDS and TCLP extractions Perform multi-element acid digestions...

Chemistry Technician

  • Englewood, CO (13 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Englewood, CO (13 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities Batching samples for analytical analyses Perform manual wet-chemistry techniques such as alkalinity, pH, conductivity, TDS and TCLP extractions Perform multi-element acid digestions...

Quality Control Technician II

  • Denver, CO (21 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 6 days ago
  • Denver, CO (21 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 6 days ago

ABOUT THE ROLE Collects samples and performs accurate quality control testing to ensure product quality. Provides verbal and/or written test results to management and production staff in a timely...

Fire Assay Lab Technician

  • Denver, CO (21 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 6 days ago
  • Denver, CO (21 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 6 days ago

considerations pertinent to fire assay Comprehension of Microsoft Suite of programs (Excel, Word, Project) Demonstrated experience in performing fire assay procedures both in the furnace room and wet...

Quality Control Technician

  • Littleton, CO (14 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 8 days ago
  • Littleton, CO (14 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 8 days ago

511474 Non-Exempt Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH company, is the leading provider of utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America....

Quality Control Technician

  • Littleton, CO (18 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 11 days ago
  • Littleton, CO (18 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 11 days ago

Job ID: 511474 Non-Exempt Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH company, is the leading provider of utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North...

Laboratory Technician l

  • Lafayette, CO (22 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 12 days ago
  • Lafayette, CO (22 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 12 days ago

Company Description Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and...

Laboratory Technician II, Analytical Chemistry

  • Boulder, CO (23 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 28 days ago
  • Boulder, CO (23 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 28 days ago

Laboratory Technician II, Analytical Chemistry Boulder, Colorado, United States Who we are: Electra is reinventing iron production to tackle the nearly 10% of global carbon dioxide emissions produced...

Laboratory Technician

  • Denver, CO (21 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Denver, CO (21 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 30+ days ago

Works independently and performs a wide range of medical laboratory tests and procedures to provide data for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. Has knowledge of and adheres to all...

Lab Technician

  • Henderson, CO (22 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Henderson, CO (22 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 45+ days ago

Essential Skills Quality control Quality assurance Wet chemistry analysis Sample preparation and testing Laboratory operations support Analytical chemistry Data entry Additional Skills & Qualifications...

Medical Laboratory Technician

  • Golden, CO
  • 90+ days ago
  • Golden, CO
  • 90+ days ago

Summary This position is is an entry level developmental Medical Laboratory Technician position. MLTs are expected to receive guidance from staff members & require frequent and direct supervision....

Advanced Medical Laboratory Technician

  • Aurora, CO (20 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Aurora, CO (20 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 90+ days ago

Summary This position falls within Pathology and Laboratory at the Eastern Colorado Health System VA Health Care System and at this level has a higher-level of responsibility for technical...

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Salary for Chemical Technician Jobs in Golden, CO

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Highest Education Level

Chemical Technicians in Golden, CO offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
62.3%
Master's Degree
21.8%
Doctorate Degree
9.1%
Associate's Degree
3.0%
High School or GED
2.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.2%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Chemical Technicians in Golden, CO
Less than 1 year
35.9%
1-2 years
33.8%
2-4 years
16.7%
None
11.7%
4-6 years
1.8%


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