Testing Technician

Job Title: Testing Technician - Laboratory Assistant

Location: Lowell, AR 72745 (100% Onsite)

Pay rate: $17.50 - $18.00/hour

Work Schedule: 2nd Shift: Monday – Friday, 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM ( Will train on 1st shift for the first few weeks before transitioning to 2nd shift hours )

Contract duration: 11/02/2026 to 05/02/2027

Overview

UL Solutions is seeking a Laboratory Assistant for a 6-month contract role at their Lowell, AR testing facility. This position works alongside senior laboratory personnel and engineers to process samples, perform basic performance and material tests, adapt setup equipment, and analyze test results. Key responsibilities include reading blueprints and schematics, operating laboratory software/terminals, recording observations on data sheets, and generating summary charts and reports to document test outcomes.

Job Specifications

• Educational & General Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific field (Biology, Chemistry, Materials Science, Engineering, or related discipline) required.
  • Solid understanding of laboratory equipment and Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
  • Must be able to train on 1st shift during the initial weeks prior to moving to the permanent 2nd shift schedule (2:00 PM – 10:30 PM).
• Top Required Skills & Competencies:
  • Laboratory Operations & Testing: Ability to operate designated lab equipment, tools, and measuring instruments to process samples and execute defined test plans.
  • Technical Blueprint & Schematic Interpretation: Skilled in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, datasheets, and operational instructions.
  • Data Recording & Analysis: Experience extracting and entering data into lab software, recording observed/calculated metrics accurately, and generating charts, graphs, and summary reports.
  • Equipment Care & Setup: Capability to build and adapt basic test setups and perform routine preventive maintenance and care on designated lab equipment and work areas.
  • Customer & Team Communication: Strong communication skills to liaise with engineering staff and convey setup/evaluation details to client representatives when needed.
• Primary Accountabilities & Daily Responsibilities:
  • Examine customer test samples and set up equipment according to defined test plans.
  • Execute performance tests using general laboratory equipment and tools.
  • Read measuring instruments, record observed/calculated data on datasheets, and review test data with supervisors.
  • Prepare test charts, graphs, and performance reports.
  • Maintain clean, secure work areas and adhere to physical/digital security practices and UL Solutions Code of Conduct.

Benefits (employee contribution):

• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Rate of pay within the stated range will depend on the qualification of the applicant.