Lab Technician II (SVOA/Volatiles)
At SPL, the work you do matters. Our teams provide trusted energy and environmental testing and measurement solutions that protect communities, support critical infrastructure, and safeguard the environment. With a nationwide footprint and opportunities for growth across multiple locations and disciplines, SPL is a place where you can build a career while making a real-world impact.
We’re seeking a motivated Lab Technician II to join our environmental laboratory team in Reading, PA.
This role is focused on semi-volatile organic analysis (SVOA) and is ideal for a laboratory professional with hands-on experience in organic sample preparation, extraction, and/or analytical instrumentation. You’ll support the full analytical process, including sample preparation, instrumental analysis, quality control, data review, troubleshooting, and documentation.
What You’ll Do
- Perform sample preparation and extraction for semi-volatile organic analysis (SVOA)
- Operate, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot analytical instrumentation, including GC-MS, GC, GC-ECD, and HPLC.
- Perform organic analytical testing and required QA/QC activities in accordance with approved methods and procedures
- Review and interpret analytical data, perform required calculations, and resolve or escalate QC issues, discrepancies, or unusual findings as needed
- Accurately document sample preparation, laboratory activities, instrument performance, and analytical results in LIMS
- Collaborate with team members and management to meet turnaround times, balance workload, and support cross-training
- Support audits, corrective actions, SOP revisions, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Maintain laboratory organization, glassware, inventory, and supplies
- Perform other duties as assigned