Laboratory Technician - Organics

About the role

At SPL, the work you do matters. Our teams provide trusted energy and environmental testing and measurement solutions that protect communities, support critical infrastructure, and safeguard the environment. With a nationwide footprint and opportunities for growth across multiple locations and disciplines, SPL is a place where you can build a career while making a real-world impact.

Responsibilities

• Perform sample preparation, extraction, and organic analytical testing on environmental samples following EPA methods, laboratory SOPs, and quality standards
• Operate, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain analytical instrumentation and equipment
• Prepare calibration standards, reagents, quality control samples, and laboratory solutions
• Review analytical data and quality control results to ensure accuracy, precision, and regulatory compliance
• Enter, verify, and maintain laboratory data within the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
• Support compliance, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Adhere to laboratory safety procedures, chemical hygiene practices, and environmental regulations
• Support laboratory operations through inventory management, housekeeping, equipment maintenance, and cross-training activities
• Collaborate with laboratory staff to meet turnaround times and client expectations
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science or related scientific discipline; equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of degree
• Demonstrated hands-on analytical laboratory experience, preferably within an environmental testing laboratory
• Familiarity with analytical instrumentation strongly preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat
• Experience with LIMS systems is a plus

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Passion for environmental science and a commitment to quality and safety

Skills

• Hands-on analytical laboratory experience
• Familiarity with analytical instrumentation
• Microsoft Office proficiency
• LIMS system experience

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support

Pay

• Competitive compensation

Schedule

• Full-time, onsite position
• Flexibility to work beyond standard hours as operational needs require

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive. We make all employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities or for sincerely held religious beliefs, in accordance with applicable laws.

Visa Sponsorship

At this time, SPL is not able to offer visa sponsorship for this position. We sincerely appreciate your interest and understanding, and we encourage you to explore other opportunities with us that may be a fit in the future.