Lab Technician

Job Description

Job Description

About the Opportunity

Turner Staffing Group is hiring an Onsite Lab Technician to support metallurgical and geotechnical testwork for a mining client. The work will be performed both in Tucson and near Dragoon, Arizona. This project-based role is ideal for candidates who enjoy hands-on technical work, lab environments, and contributing directly to operational improvements in mining.

This is a great opportunity to build skills in metallurgical testing, heap leach operations, and pilot-scale equipment.

What You'll Do

• Set up and operate pilot-scale equipment, including an agglomeration drum

• Perform column-scale and bench-scale testwork

• Maintain microbial cultures in bioreactors by making media and changing spent culture media

• Take routine measurements (pH, Eh, cell counts)

• Collect samples from field locations including plant solutions and instrumentation

• Maintain a clean, organized, safety-forward workspace

• Enter, analyze, and present results using Microsoft Excel

• Follow detailed procedures, SOPs, and safety protocols

What We're Looking For

• Some technical experience or education in a STEM field

• Strong commitment to safety and following established procedures

• Ability to work independently with a scientific, problem-solving mindset

• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn new equipment

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel

• Previous lab or pilot-scale experience is helpful (we will train on specific methods)

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Assignment Length: 12 months with potential extension
Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. No visa sponsorship or relocation available.

Why Join Turner Staffing Group?

Turner Staffing Group partners with leading mining and heavy-industry companies to provide high-quality talent for impactful projects. When you join TSG, you join a team that supports your development, safety, and success in the field.

Locations

50 %: Dragoon, AZ

50 %: Tucson, AZ

Ready to Apply?

If you're interested in hands-on lab work, innovative mining technologies, and a stable full-time schedule, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and join a team committed to safety, teamwork, and technical excellence.