Soil Labratory Technician - Mi-Tech Services, Inc.

Michels Corporation • Wausau, WI

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About The Position

As a full-service engineering, design, and construction services firm, Mi-Tech delivers comprehensive support for utility and infrastructure projects from planning and design through execution. Our multidisciplinary team provides practical, innovative solutions that emphasize cost efficiency, constructability, and long-term value. Founded in 1895, Mi-Tech has built a reputation for excellence in engineering, design, environmental, laboratory, technical, and field services across multiple industries. The 2026 merger with J.D. Hair & Associates further strengthened our capabilities and resources, adding decades of specialized expertise in trenchless, geotechnical, and structural engineering to our core offerings. As a proud member of the Michels Family of Companies, Mi-Tech collaborates with an internationally respected team to deliver integrated, end-to-end engineering, design, and construction solutions that meet the highest standards of quality and performance.
As a Soils Lab Technician, you will receive and prepare soil and geotechnical samples for testing, perform various soil and geotechnical tests, record and analyze data, prepare laboratory reports, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. You will also maintain lab equipment, document procedures, collaborate with team members, and provide technical support and training.

Requirements

• 1-5 years of experience in a laboratory setting, particularly with soil and/or geotechnical testing, including relevant laboratory experience/coursework at the University level.
• Bachelor's degree in soil science, geosciences, or a related field
• Proficiency in using laboratory equipment and instruments.

Nice To Haves

• Perform soil tests: grain size analysis, Atterberg limits, compaction tests, soil moisture content, specific gravity, permeability, consolidation, direct shear, compressive strength, triaxial, etc.

Responsibilities

• Receive and prepare soil and geotechnical samples for testing
• Perform various soil and geotechnical tests
• Record and analyze data
• Prepare laboratory reports
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards
• Maintain lab equipment
• Document procedures
• Collaborate with team members
• Provide technical support and training
• Receive and log-in soil and geotechnical samples from various locations and depths.
• Prepare samples for testing (drying, sieving, etc.).
• Properly classify and describe soil samples per ASTM requirements.
• Follow standard testing procedures (e.g., ASTM, AASHTO).
• Record and log test results accurately.

Benefits

• We are committed to hiring the best people and giving them the best equipment
• We are dedicated to the improving energy distribution & telecommunication services
• Our steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to quality
• We are family owned and operated
• We invest an average of $5,000 per employee on training each year
• We believe everyone is responsible for promoting safety, regardless of job title
• We are a part of the Michels Family of Companies – one of North America’s largest, most diversified energy and infrastructure construction companies

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level