Lab Technician (EL)

Shannon & Wilson is an employee-owned consulting firm with offices nationwide. Committed to technical excellence and high-quality service, we provide integrated geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, environmental and natural resource services for clients worldwide. Since 1954, we have delivered comprehensive engineering and environmental solutions for the most challenging infrastructure planning, design, permitting and construction conditions. We are dedicated to improving our communities, preserving the environment and utilizing the most innovative science practices in all our work.

Our Fairbanks, Alaska office has an opening for an entry-level laboratory technician.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing on soil, pavement materials, and rock.
• Use and maintain scientific testing equipment.
• Process test data using computer software.
• Communicate test progress and present test results.
• Interact and communicate with clients, vendors, and staff at all levels.
• Follow Shannon & Wilson’s Quality Assurance policy.
• Follow and promote Shannon and Wilson’s Health and Safety and Loss Prevention policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by your supervisor, potentially including field testing and operating a nuclear densometer.

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience as a field and/or lab technician helpful but not required.
• Proficient in mathematics, including Algebra.
• Ability to earn certifications in soils, concrete, and asphalt testing (WAQTC, ACI, and NICET)*
• Ability to accurately record lab readings, field notes, and sketches to document work.
• Excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills.
• Personable, flexible, and professional demeanor.
• The ability to work independently with the appropriate training and minimal supervision.
• The willingness and ability to travel to support the needs of other Shannon & Wilson offices.
• A valid driver license and an insurable driving record.
• Basic computer skills: MS Word, Excel (required); MS Access (desirable).
• Critical thinking and analysis.
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, lifting, and carrying 30 pounds.
• Working in all weather conditions, on uneven terrain.
• The ability to travel (drive or fly) to local and remote field sites per project needs. Ability and willingness to travel (fly) to job sites out of state to support other Shannon & Wilson offices.
• The ability to pass clearance / background checks for access to military facilities.
• Arrangements and payment for training will be made for the successful applicant after their hire date.

Shannon & Wilson offers a competitive benefits package to support our full-time employees. These benefits include:

• Employee ownership
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, vision, and dental coverage
• Pre-tax health and daycare FSA
• Life and disability insurance
• Long-term care insurance
• Profit sharing and 401(k) plans
• Paid time off for vacation and sick leave
• 10 paid holidays
• Paid volunteer day
• Free parking

Typically, depending on an applicant’s education, experience, other qualifications they possess, if they are a fit for the company and local office culture, and the current business needs. Laboratory technicians are typically placed at one of the Shannon & Wilson Technical Services levels (Technical Services I to Senior Technical Services).

Shannon & Wilson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Shannon & Wilson participates in the E-Verify program.

Please note that non-solicited resumes from external recruitment agencies will not be considered as introductions to our business, unless a preapproved agreement is in place and the external recruitment agency has been engaged to work on this specific vacancy.