Part-Time Lab Technician (< 30 hrs/week)

Schnabel Engineering; Glen Allen (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) and profit-sharing plan

Paid time off

9 Paid Holidays

Wellness program

Professional development and tuition

Job summary

Schnabel Engineering’s Richmond, VA office is seeking an entry-level Lab Technician for a part-time role. The position supports geotechnical labs with classification and strength testing, data reporting, and routine lab maintenance.

Hours average 20–30 per week, not exceeding 30, with flexible scheduling after training. The ideal candidate will have an interest in engineering or science, strong communication, and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds, with proficiency in MS Office and Adobe

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.
• Strong multitasking and organizational abilities are necessary.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to lab routines and field tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform geotechnical laboratory testing procedures as assigned.
• Contribute to compressive strength testing in the Materials Laboratory.
• Calculate and report test results accurately and promptly.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Willingness to learn

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Job Details

Posting Details

• Posted on November 11, 2026

Locations

• Showing 1 location Glen Allen, VA 23059, USA
• Technician
• Part-Time
• Requisition #: PARTT002441

Description

Schnabel is an employee-owned, professional engineering and consulting firm that focuses on solving problems related to the earth and environment through specialization in geotechnical, geostructural, tunnel, and dam engineering. Schnabel’s high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the communities in which we live are a vital part of who we are. Schnabel is an ENR Top 500 Design Firm with 700+ employees in over 30 offices throughout the United States.

Recognized by CE News as one of the Best Engineering Firms to Work for, Schnabel provides employees with a competitive benefits package including maternity leave, tuition reimbursement for continuing education, health, dental, life and disability insurance and a wellness program. As an employee-owned company, through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan, Schnabel employees directly benefit from the success of our growing firm.

Benefit options include:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee life & ADD insurance (100% company-paid)
• Short-term disability (100% company-paid)
• Long-term disability
• Supplemental life insurance
• 401(k) and profit-sharing plan
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
• Bonus program
• Paid time off
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Wellness program
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement

Job Description:

Are you looking for interesting and meaningful work, a fun and flexible atmosphere, and opportunities to learn, grow, and excel? If so, then welcome to Schnabel! We approach problems with creativity and innovation. The Richmond, VA office of Schnabel Engineering is seeking an entry level Lab Technician to join our growing practice. Responsibilities will depend on Schnabel’s workload. This is a part-time position, with flexibility in the scheduled working hours and/or days after initial training. The anticipated hours per week are 20-30 hours, but the actual hours will depend on workload. Working hours will not exceed 30 hours a week.

Job Responsibilities:

• Performing geotechnical lab testing procedures (classification and strength testing) in our Soils Laboratory
• Conducting compressive strength testing in our Materials Laboratory.
• Calculating and reporting of test results
• Performing cleaning and maintenance in our Laboratory.
• Field quality control of concrete and soil placement for commercial construction projects (Optional)

Responsibilities will depend on Schnabel’s workload. The successful candidate may also have the opportunity to gain field work experience in our Construction Phase, Design Phase and Environmental Services departments. Our professional staff will assist in developing a fundamental understanding of the Geotechnical Engineering industry.

Required Skills/Experience:

• Have interest in Engineering, Environmental or Science related field
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Good organizational skills and the ability to multi-task
• Positive attitude
• Strong work ethic and a desire to learn
• Willingness to work indoors and outdoors
• Ability to routinely lift up to 40 pounds
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat software

Other Requirements:

• Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record, and credit check
• Ability to pass a pre-employment screening (including drug screening)

The compensation range for this position is between $17.00 to $22.00/hour. Compensation for this position may vary based on geographic location and other factors. We remain committed to providing competitive and equitable compensation to all employees, regardless of their location.

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