Lab Technician

Job Title: Lab TechnicianJob Description

As a Lab Technician, you will be responsible for developing operating procedures and performing tests for various water and wastewater treatment operations. Your role will involve conducting jar tests to determine and optimize chemical dosing, evaluating bench and pilot scale systems, and performing column and batch testing for ion exchange resins, carbon adsorption, and other filtration systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct jar tests to determine and optimize chemical dosing for various treatment approaches.

• Perform bench and pilot scale evaluations.

• Conduct columns and batch testing for ion exchange resins, carbon adsorption, activated alumina, and filtration systems.

• Collect data by measuring and recording operating conditions such as pumping rates, pH, ORP, temperature, and pressure.

• Operate and conduct light maintenance on small-scale equipment including pumps, heaters, and mixers.

• Prepare samples and reagents for testing and in-house lab analyses.

• Perform various laboratory analyses including DO, color, temperature, ORP, alkalinity, hardness, TSS, TDS, COD, TOC, turbidity, and phosphorus/phosphate.

• Pull samples for third-party laboratory analysis.

• Maintain reagents, lab inventory, calibration records, and SDS documentation for lab chemicals and reagents.

• Manage and communicate data effectively.

• Maintain the cleanliness of lab equipment and operating areas.

Essential Skills

• Strong background in laboratory techniques, chemistry, and wet chemistry.

• Proficiency with standard laboratory instruments such as pH meters, TSS probes, HACH spectrophotometers, analytical balances, and volumetric glassware.

• Experience with instrumentation such as ICP, GC, and HPLC is preferred.

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Physics, Biology, or a related field.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.

• Detail-oriented with the ability to work precisely in solution making, data handling, and instrument operation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with titration, reverse osmosis, quality control, and quality assurance.

• Demonstrated initiative and willingness to learn and grow in responsibility.

• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and receive precise chemical data and procedures.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Work Environment

This role requires working in a laboratory environment where you will use a range of technologies and equipment. You will work with small-scale lab equipment and perform light maintenance on them. The role demands attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols while maintaining the cleanliness of the work area and equipment. The work schedule and dress code will be in accordance with industry standards.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Canonsburg, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Canonsburg,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 21, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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