Lab Technician

Environmental Laboratory Technician

Job Description:

An accredited environmental laboratory supporting utility, energy, and industrial operations is seeking an Environmental Laboratory Technician to perform chemistry analyses associated with environmental monitoring and compliance programs. This role supports testing related to groundwater monitoring, remediation projects, wastewater compliance, cooling water systems, and environmental surveillance programs. Additional opportunities may include analytical support in radiochemistry, fuel, and dosimetry testing.

The laboratory maintains accreditation through nationally recognized quality programs and provides analytical services that help ensure compliance with state and federal environmental regulations.

Job Responsibilities:

+ Work safely and identify opportunities to improve workplace safety and laboratory operations.

+ Perform inorganic and organic chemistry analyses using established EPA and ASTM methodologies.

+ Prepare, process, and analyze environmental samples including water, soil, and related matrices.

+ Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation used for environmental testing.

+ Interpret analytical results and ensure compliance with quality standards, accreditation requirements, and regulatory guidelines.

+ Develop, revise, and maintain laboratory procedures and analytical methods to support quality and compliance objectives.

+ Coordinate sample receipt, tracking, and logistics while maintaining proper chain-of-custody documentation.

+ Partner with internal stakeholders and customers to deliver accurate, timely, and cost-effective analytical services.

+ Support continuous improvement initiatives within the laboratory quality management system.

Qualifications:

+ Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Biological Science, or a related technical discipline.

+ Experience in analytical chemistry and laboratory testing.

+ Understanding of laboratory safety practices and quality systems.

+ Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately document test results.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Approximately 2+ years of laboratory experience in environmental, analytical, industrial, or compliance testing.

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Experience with wet chemistry techniques and metals analysis.

+ Knowledge of EPA and ASTM testing methodologies.

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Experience with environmental sample analysis, including water and soil testing.

+ Familiarity with laboratory accreditation programs and quality assurance standards.

Work Environment:
This position is 100% laboratory-based and requires on-site presence.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Atlanta, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Atlanta, GA.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Atlanta,GA.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a Clearly Rated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer…