Lab Technician (Entry-Level) – Petroleum & Fuels Testing
About The Position
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. We’re seeking a motivated Laboratory Technician to join our petroleum testing laboratory team in Coppell, TX. In this role, you’ll perform ASTM and API analytical testing on a wide range of hydrocarbon samples, including crude oil, gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, and lubricants. You will operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation, ensure data accuracy within the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), and contribute to a high-throughput laboratory environment where quality, safety, and turnaround time are critical.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related scientific field required; equivalent hands-on laboratory experience may be considered in lieu of degree
- Prior hands-on analytical laboratory experience, preferably within petroleum, fuels, lubricants, or oil & gas testing environments
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) is a plus
Responsibilities
- Perform sample preparation and analytical testing on petroleum products in accordance with ASTM, API, and internal SOPs
- Conduct physical and chemical analyses including (but not limited to) viscosity, flash point, sulfur content, distillation, density/API gravity, and elemental analysis
- Perform instrument calibration, verification, and routine maintenance to ensure data integrity
- Analyze and interpret results, identifying trends and out-of-spec conditions and escalating as needed
- Record, review, and validate data in Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
- Support quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) processes, including adherence to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), audits, and corrective actions
- Follow all safety procedures and protocols, including handling of hazardous, flammable, and pressurized materials
- Maintain laboratory organization, sample tracking, and inventory management
- Perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Competitive hourly 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
