Lead Lab Technician - Oklahoma City OK

Industry

Water

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. Through the delivery of our operations and maintenance services, you'll make it simpler and more seamless for our municipal clients to operate safely and efficiently, empowering communities to focus on what matters most to them - people.

As a Wastewater Lead Lab Technician, you'll join a collaborative team ensuring that our clients can deliver their services - uninterrupted.  Based in Oklahoma City, OK you'll perform analytical procedures used in the testing of samples pertaining to water and/or wastewater, treatment plant effluent and various surface waters to include sample preparation, sampling, and analysis of compliance and process control samples.  In this role, you'll operate, maintain, and calibrate instruments and equipment for laboratory analyses and must apply advanced knowledge of the principles and practices of chemistry, biology, microbiology, and mathematics required in an analytical laboratory; use standard laboratory practices and QA/QC procedures and help maintain laboratory accreditation.  In addition, you'll provide technical assistance to other areas of the lab and contribute to the process control function of the treatment facility.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• The Lead Lab Technician will perform chemical, bacteriological, and physical laboratory tests for the water recycling facility. This includes preparation of analytical standard solutions and reagents utilized for analyses.
• Supervise and provide day-to-day guidance to Laboratory Technicians, ensuring compliance with testing procedures, quality standards, safety requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
• Continually review and scrutinize standardized procedures and methods used in analyses.
• Will operate, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation as needed.
• The Lab Technician may be assigned to special projects that may require coordination with other departments.
• Participates in shared responsibilities to maintain laboratory programs including quality assurance, safety, and training.
• Related duties include periodic training of operations personnel on field equipment, analytical techniques, and quality control procedures.
• Other duties may be assigned

Bring your team-focus, adaptability, and commitment to excellence, and we'll help you grow what drives you - and deliver the world's most challenging Operations Management projects, together.

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Here's what you'll need

• State of Oklahoma Class A Laboratory Operator required or ability to obtain through reciprocity with 6 months of hire
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in an analytical or environmental laboratory performing physical, chemical, and biological analyses required.
• Valid Driver's License with no major infractions
• Must be familiar with EPA and Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater methods.
• Must understand and follow the quality control requirements of the regulatory agencies in Mississippi
• Ability to scrutinize analytical data at a higher level and make sound decisions regarding proper laboratory operation; able to clearly present information and data both orally and in reports.
• Must be able to make chemical solutions, perform standard chemical calculations, and perform routine mathematical and statistical calculations.
• Must be familiar with Windows operating systems, have knowledge of the MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Access), and a Laboratory Management Information System (LIMS).
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based organization required; work effectively with others in solving problems; willing to accept suggestions from team members, and offer expertise as needed.

Ideally, You'll Also Have

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Associate's degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related field from an accredited university or college
• Must have advanced knowledge of laboratory tasks, techniques, equipment, and terminology used in environmental laboratories.  Working knowledge of the basic principles and practices of chemical, physical and microbiological analysis of water and wastewater
• Knowledge of the operation of advanced laboratory equipment is required.  General knowledge and principles of advanced analytical instrumentation such as IC, TOC analyzer, and ICP.
• Ability to demonstrate effective communication skills, including listening skills.

Working Conditions

Safety is a core value at Jacobs. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety sensitive labor or services.

Posted Salary Range: Minimum

69,600.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

80,000.00

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $69,600.00 to $80,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on September 15, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

Your application experience is important to us, and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.

Locations

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