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

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 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 and Newport News, VA offices 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 $16.00 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.