Lab Tech I

Phase2 Technology; West Boylston (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision, and insurance

401K Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Pay Transparency: pay range disclosed

Job summary

Acuren is seeking a Lab Tech I to support failure analysis operations at the West Boylston, MA site. The role focuses on providing laboratory processes for mechanical and materials components and includes documentation, testing, and data recording.

Responsibilities include sample handling, metallographic preparation, and operating various lab equipment. The position requires post-secondary coursework in failure analysis and strong safety awareness, with on-site work and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Post high school education with courses relating to failure analysis, metallography, mechanical testing and analysis procedures and equipment.
• Familiarity with metallographic laboratory equipment.
• Knowledge of industrial safety practices and procedures.
• Computer proficiency and ability to document data clearly.

Responsibilities

• Document samples submitted to the laboratory and during testing, including photography and data recording.
• Prepare lab work for failure analysis of mechanical or materials samples, including metallographic preparation.
• Operate cutting/sectioning saws, grit blasting, and use of hand and power tools.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Computer proficiency

Education

Post high school education with courses relating to failure analysis

Tools

Metallographic equipment

Job description

Job Details

Job Locations: US-MA-West Boylston

Requisition ID: 2026-21383

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Work Schedule Status: On-Site

Position Summary

Acuren is seeking a Lab Tech I to support operations in West Boylston, MA.

Provides failure analysis laboratory processes for a variety of mechanical and materials components

Responsibilities

• Responsible for documentation of samples submitted to the laboratory and during laboratory testing which can include photography, hand sketches, recording data in tables, worksheets and/or spreadsheets.
• Responsible for laboratory preparation processes relating to failure analysis of a variety of mechanical or materials including metallographic preparation and documentation, interpretations, and testing. May include testing such as hardness and microhardness, optical emissions spectrometry, electrical testing, pressure testing. Includes in-house and field operation work with multiple sample types.
• May also include operations and maintenance of the following: cutting/sectioning saws and cut off wheels, grit blasting, and use of hand and power tools.
• Performs other related duties as required

Requirements

• Post high school education with courses relating to failure analysis, metallography, mechanical testing and analysis procedures and equipment
• Familiarity with metallographic laboratory equipment
• Knowledge of industrial safety practices and procedures
• Excellent communication skills
• Computer proficiency
• Commitment to company values

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
• 401K Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Pay Transparency: As per applicable state law the job posting pay range is $17.79-$28.37/hr depending on experience and applicable certifications.

Company Overview

Acuren is a trusted, single source provider of technology-enabled asset protection solutions used to evaluate the structural integrity of critical energy, industrial and public infrastructures. Committed to delivering a Higher Level of Reliability, Acuren provides an unrivaled spectrum of capabilities including inspection, traditional and advanced NDE/NDT, failure analysis, rope access, materials engineering, field engineering, reliability engineering, drones, robotics, V-Deck and condition-based monitoring services.

Our work is critical to the integrity and safety of industrial firms, including petroleum refinery, pipeline, power generation, pulp & paper, mining, pharmaceutical, aerospace and automotive industries. Acuren employs over 4,000 dedicated professionals supporting the mechanical integrity and inspection programs of the world's largest industrial segments.

Acuren is a market leader. Our formula for success is straightforward: be capable locally, with certified and well-equipped personnel supported by trained, experienced leaders. Continuing to build on a strong heritage of safety, quality and professionalism, Acuren strives to maintain incident free work environments, pursues advanced technical developments, and supports reliability programs that are valued by clients and employees. #LI-BE1