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Job Title: Lab TechnicianJob Description

The role of Lab Technician involves performing chemical and instrumental analysis on fuels, oils, and other lubricants using standard testing methods as prescribed by ASTM standards. The technician will handle analyses on new samples, prepare solutions or solvents for tests, transfer samples within the lab, and maintain workbooks and equipment according to standard operating procedures.

Responsibilities

+ Perform chemical and instrumental analysis on various samples using ASTM testing standards.

+ Conduct analyses on new samples introduced into the lab.

+ Prepare solutions or solvents required for testing procedures.

+ Transfer samples between areas within the lab.

+ Maintain workbooks and laboratory equipment daily, weekly, and monthly according to SOP and TIP test procedures.

Essential Skills

+ Experience in a lab environment and sample preparation.

+ Proficiency in MS Office Suite.

+ Ability to perform mathematical calculations.

+ Familiarity with washing and handling laboratory glassware.

+ Basic lab safety knowledge.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ High school diploma required.

+ Completion of one year of college chemistry and math or one year of related laboratory experience.

+ Ability to lift and transport 50 pounds.

+ Hands-on training provided through shadowing.

+ Recent associate degree in science and recent lab experience through schooling is a plus.

Work Environment

The position is set in an industrial lab environment focused on research related to automotive products. Work shifts are from 6am to 3pm, 8am to 5pm, or 3pm to 11pm, Monday through Friday, with occasional weekend work. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is provided. Candidates will gain valuable analytical lab experience to help grow their careers. The lab environment may have a fuel or oil smell due to the nature of the samples handled.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of San Antonio, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $15.50 - $15.50/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 San Antonio,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 3, 2025.

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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.