Jacobs · 2 weeks ago
Wastewater Lab Technician – Jackson, MS
Jackson, MS
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$48K/yr - $52K/yr
1+ years expJacobs is a company focused on solving critical problems for thriving cities and resilient environments. As a Wastewater Lab Technician, you will perform analytical procedures for testing water and wastewater samples, ensuring compliance and process control while maintaining laboratory accreditation.
Civil EngineeringConsultingCyber SecurityIndustrialIndustrial EngineeringInformation TechnologyInfrastructureProfessional ServicesReal Estate
Responsibilities
The Lab Technician will perform chemical, bacteriological and physical laboratory tests for the water recycling facility. This includes preparation of analytical standard solutions and reagents utilized for analyses
Continually review and scrutinize standardized procedures and methods used in analyses
Will operate, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshooting laboratory instrumentation as needed
The Lab Technician may be assigned to special projects that may require coordination with other departments
Participates in shared responsibilities to maintain laboratory programs including quality assurance, safety, and training
Related duties include periodic training of operations personnel on field equipment, analytical techniques and quality control procedures
Other duties may be assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum one (1) year experience in an analytical or environmental laboratory performing physical, chemical and biological analyses required
Valid Driver's License with no major infractions
Must be familiar with EPA and Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater methods
Must understand and follow the quality control requirements of the regulatory agencies in Mississippi
Ability to scrutinize analytical data at a higher level and make sound decisions regarding proper laboratory operation; able to clearly present information and data both orally and in reports
Must be able to make chemical solutions, perform standard chemical calculations, and perform routine mathematical and statistical calculations
Must be familiar with Windows operating systems, have knowledge of the MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Access), and a Laboratory Management Information System (LIMS)
Ability to work effectively in a team-based organization required; work effectively with others in solving problems; willing to accept suggestions from team members, and offer expertise as needed
Preferred
High School Diploma or equivalent
Associate's degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related field from an accredited university or college
Must have advanced knowledge of laboratory tasks, techniques, equipment, and terminology used in environmental laboratories. Working knowledge of the basic principles and practices of chemical, physical and microbiological analysis of water and wastewater
Knowledge of the operation of advanced laboratory equipment is required. General knowledge and principles of advanced analytical instrumentation such as IC, TOC analyzer, ICP etc
Ability to demonstrate effective communication skills, including listening skills
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Basic life insurance
401(k) plan
Paid time off (allocated plans start date 17 days per calendar year)
Seven paid holidays
One floating holiday
Caregiver leave
The ability to purchase company stock at a discount
Legally mandated benefits
Company
Jacobs
Jacobs leads the global professional services sector delivering solutions for a more connected, sustainable world.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
Jacobs has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (1)
2024 (2)
2023 (6)
2022 (13)
2021 (11)
2020 (10)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.1B2023-08-18Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2023-02-16Post Ipo Debt· $500M
1980-09-26IPO
Leadership Team
Bob Pragada
Chair & Chief Executive Officer at Jacobs
Paul Friedman
CTO, StreetLight Data
Recent News
2026-01-16
2026-01-16
Company data provided by crunchbase