Soils Lab Technician - Geologist (entry level or experienced)

CTL Engineering; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

ESOP

401K

Job summary

CTL Engineering in Columbus, OH is hiring a Lab Technician / Geologist for our Soils Lab. Entry level/new grads in Geology are encouraged to apply, with expansion plans to New Albany HQ in late 2026/early 2027.

Performs soil tests, records results, operates lab equipment, follows safety protocols, and collaborates with engineers to deliver accurate soil information for civil/site projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in laboratory analysis and soil sample collecting.
• Entry level/new grads in Geology are encouraged to apply!
• Geologist background is a strong plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory tests to determine soil properties.
• Accurately records test results and prepares reports.
• Operates and maintains laboratory equipment with proper calibration.
• Adheres to strict safety protocols in the lab.
• Collaborates with engineers, contractors, and professionals to provide soil information.

Skills

Soil analysis

Laboratory testing

Soil sampling

Report writing

Safety protocols

Geology background

Job description

Soils Lab Technician - Geologist (entry level or experienced)

CTL Engineering is hiring for a Lab Technician / Geologist for our Soils Lab!

• Entry level/new grads in Geology are encouraged to apply!
• Experienced Geologists are encouraged to apply as well!

CTL Engineering (www.ctleng.com) is an award winning, full service consulting engineering firm with (15) locations across OH, IN, WV, KY, NC, SC, and VA with a rich history over our (99) years in business. We provide civil/site design and land surveying, environmental, geotechnical, construction administration & inspection, accident reconstruction, roofing/building envelope, A/V system design, troubleshooting & installation, transportation design (bridge/roadway), and specialized testing services to the construction industry.

Highlights

• This role will initially report to our Soils Lab located on Fisher Rd (west Columbus).
  • It is estimated that in late 2026/early 2027, the new labs will be built and the role will then be based out of our new Corporate HQ in New Albany.

** This is more than a job posting... it's an invitation to bring your expertise to a company where innovation and passion converge seamlessly. **

Key Responsibilities

• Performs various laboratory tests to determine soil properties, such as particle size distribution, compaction, and strength.
• Accurately records test results and prepares reports, ensuring clarity and completeness.
• Operates and maintains laboratory equipment, ensuring proper calibration and functionality.
• Adheres to strict safety protocols and procedures in the laboratory environment.
• Collaborates with engineers, contractors, and other professionals to provide relevant soil information.

Qualifications & Skills

• Geologist (or training in this discipline) is a strong plus, but is not required.
  • Entry level/new grads in Geology are encouraged to apply!
• Experience in laboratory analysis and soil sample collecting.
• CTL Engineering offers a competitive compensation (and benefits package for Full Time personnel that includes medical, life, and disability insurance, paid time off, an award-winning ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), and a 401K plan).

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