Lab Technician (Entry-Level)

Job Summary

This Lab Technician position offers an exceptional opportunity for a Geotechnical Engineering student to gain hands-on experience in a professional consulting environment. As part of Shannon & Wilson’s team, the technician will support soil and materials testing, data collection, and reporting—critical components of engineering analysis and design.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing on soil and rock.
• Use and maintain scientific testing equipment.
• Process test data using computer software.
• Communicate test progress and present test results.
• Interact and communicate with clients, vendors, and staff at all levels.
• Follow Shannon & Wilson’s Quality Assurance policy.
• Follow and promote Shannon and Wilson’s Health and Safety and Loss Prevention policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by your supervisor, potentially including field testing and operating a nuclear densometer.

Requirements

• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 0 to 4 years of experience as a field and/or lab technician.
• Proficient in mathematics, including Algebra.
• Ability to earn certifications in soils, concrete, and asphalt testing (WAQTC, ACI, and NICET)*
• Ability to accurately record lab readings, field notes, and sketches to document work.
• Excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills.
• The ability to work independently with the appropriate level of OR minimal supervision.
• The willingness and ability to travel to support the needs of other Shannon & Wilson offices.
• A valid driver license and insurable driving record.
• Basic computer skills: MS Word, Excel (required); MS Access (desirable).
• Critical thinking and analysis.
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, lifting and carrying 30+ pounds.
• Working in all weather conditions, on uneven terrain.
• The ability to travel (drive or fly) to field sites per project needs and job sites locally and out of state.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 0 to 4 years of experience as a field and/or lab technician.
• Proficient in mathematics, including Algebra.
• Ability to earn certifications in soils, concrete, and asphalt testing (WAQTC, ACI, and NICET)*
• Ability to accurately record lab readings, field notes, and sketches to document work.
• Excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills.
• The ability to work independently with the appropriate level of OR minimal supervision.
• The willingness and ability to travel to support the needs of other Shannon & Wilson offices.
• A valid driver license and insurable driving record.
• Basic computer skills: MS Word, Excel (required); MS Access (desirable).
• Critical thinking and analysis.
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, lifting and carrying 30+ pounds.
• Working in all weather conditions, on uneven terrain.
• The ability to travel (drive or fly) to field sites per project needs and job sites locally and out of state.

Skills

• Mathematics
• Lab Testing
• Data Collection
• Communication
• Quality Assurance
• Health and Safety
• Field Testing
• Nuclear Densometer Operation

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership
• Medical, Prescription, Vision, Dental, Long-Term Care, and Life Insurance Plans
• Pre-tax Health and Daycare FSA
• Profit Sharing and 401(k) Plans with Annual Safe-Harbor Contributions
• 10 - 20 Paid Vacation Days per Year for Full-Time Employees, Based on Years of Experience (Prorated for Part-Time Employment)
• Sick Leave Accrues Based on State Requirements
• 9 Paid Holidays per Year + 1 Personal Holiday
• Paid Volunteer Day
• Paid Time Off for Bereavement and Jury Duty
• Two Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• Lunch & Live Wellness Webinars and an Employee Assistance Program
• Mentorship Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking

Pay

Salary range: $20 - $25 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Schedule

This role is available as a seasonal, part-time, or full-time position, based on the candidates' experience and availability.