Water Quality Lab Technician – On-site (Naperville)

Apex Systems; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K program

Employee stock purchase program

Job summary

Apex Systems is seeking a Lab Technician to support laboratory operations in Naperville, IL. The role focuses on sample login, preparation, and basic water quality analyses in a structured, quality-controlled environment.

The successful candidate will log samples, perform conductivity and colorimetric tests, and help with method optimization. A Bachelor’s degree in a related science is required, with preferred lab experience and precise data entry skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related scientific discipline.
• Experience in a professional laboratory environment preferred.
• Proficiency in data entry and basic analytical instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Receive and log samples with accurate documentation.
• Batch, sort, and label water samples with chain of custody.
• Perform conductivity and colorimetric testing.
• Prepare samples and testing materials for the lab team.
• Maintain a clean, compliant work environment per safety protocols.
• Support continuous improvement projects in test method optimization.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry accuracy

Lab safety standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry/Biology

Tools

Conductivity meters

Colorimetric systems

Job description

Apex Systems is seeking a Lab Technician to support laboratory operations in Naperville, IL. The role focuses on sample login, preparation, and basic water quality analyses in a structured, quality-controlled environment.

The successful candidate will log samples, perform conductivity and colorimetric tests, and help with method optimization. A Bachelor’s degree in a related science is required, with preferred lab experience and precise data entry skills.