Lab Technician (Entry-Level) – Petroleum & Fuels Testing at SOUTHERN PETROLEUM LABS – Coppell, Texas

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 Laboratory Technician to join our petroleum testing laboratory team in Coppell, TX.

In this role, you’ll perform ASTM and API analytical testing on a wide range of hydrocarbon samples, including crude oil, gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, and lubricants. You will operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation, ensure data accuracy within the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), and contribute to a high-throughput laboratory environment where quality, safety, and turnaround time are critical.

What You’ll Do

• Perform sample preparation and analytical testing on petroleum products in accordance with ASTM, API, and internal SOPs
• Conduct physical and chemical analyses including (but not limited to) viscosity, flash point, sulfur content, distillation, density/API gravity, and elemental analysis
• Perform instrument calibration, verification, and routine maintenance to ensure data integrity
• Analyze and interpret results, identifying trends and out-of-spec conditions and escalating as needed
• Record, review, and validate data in Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
• Support quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) processes, including adherence to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), audits, and corrective actions
• Follow all safety procedures and protocols, including handling of hazardous, flammable, and pressurized materials
• Maintain laboratory organization, sample tracking, and inventory management
• Perform other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related scientific field required; equivalent hands-on laboratory experience may be considered in lieu of degree
• Prior hands-on analytical laboratory experience, preferably within petroleum, fuels, lubricants, or oil & gas testing environments
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Experience with Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) is a plus

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support

Work Schedule & Travel

• Full-time, onsite position
• Flexibility to work outside of scheduled hours, including evenings or weekends, as required to meet operational or workload needs

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

At SPL, we believe that a diverse team is a strong team. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive. We make all employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities or for sincerely held religious beliefs, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please let us know.

Visa Sponsorship

At this time, SPL is not able to offer visa sponsorship for this position. We sincerely appreciate your interest and understanding, and we encourage you to explore other opportunities with us that may be a fit in the future.