Hybrid Chemistry Lab Technician: Field & Lab Testing

Planet Group; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Planet Group is seeking a ChemistryLab Technician to join our Fortune 500 client's on-site team in Jackson, Michigan on a 12-month contract. The role involves field sampling, laboratory testing, equipment maintenance, and collaboration with engineers and operators.

Candidates should have hands-on lab experience, ability to interpret procedures, and flexibility to work evenings or overtime. Knowledge of water quality measurements and process control software is a plus; strong documentation

Qualifications

• Customer Service mindset and professionalism required.
• Independence with team collaboration ability.
• Adaptability to rapidly changing priorities.
• Basic mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Fundamental laboratory principles and water quality knowledge.
• Ability to interpret detailed chemistry instructions.
• Knowledge of environmental sampling methods.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and process control software.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents.
• Strong problem solving for equipment, software and system issues.
• Experience with laboratory quality systems is preferred.
• At least one year of environmental sampling and lab testing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Field Sampling — collect groundwater, surface water, and transformer fluids.
• Laboratory Testing — support inorganic analysis and transformer oil testing.
• Equipment Maintenance — troubleshoot, calibrate, and repair equipment.
• Technical Consultation — work with supervisors, engineers, and technicians to resolve issues.
• Documentation Management — review and interpret documents and reports.
• Process Control Support — operate laboratory computers and software.
• Quality & Compliance — apply laboratory quality systems for accreditation.
• General Duties — perform related tasks and assist with lab equipment decisions.
• Travel & Scheduling — meet travel requirements and work flexible hours.
• Physical Tasks — lift up to 10 lbs regularly and up to 40 lbs occasionally.

Skills

Customer Service Mindset

Independent & Teamwork

Adaptability

Mechanical Aptitude

Laboratory Skills

Procedure Interpretation

Sampling Techniques

Microsoft Office

Documentation & Technical Writing

Problem Solving

Quality Systems Experience

Field & Lab Experience

Job description

The Planet Group is seeking a ChemistryLab Technician to join our Fortune 500 client's on-site team in Jackson, Michigan on a 12-month contract. The role involves field sampling, laboratory testing, equipment maintenance, and collaboration with engineers and operators.

Candidates should have hands-on lab experience, ability to interpret procedures, and flexibility to work evenings or overtime. Knowledge of water quality measurements and process control software is a plus; strong documentation