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Becoming a Teklab employee is your opportunity to excel at environmental science and expand your career.

Gain valuable experience from industry professionals

At Teklab, we’re more than just a laboratory; we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to protecting our environment and safeguarding public health. This is why our internal company values revolve around: safety, quality, and turnaround time.

We believe that accurate and reliable environmental testing is crucial for a sustainable future, and we’re looking for passionate individuals to join us in this important mission. When you work at Teklab, you’ll be part of a company that promotes integrity, innovation, and collaboration.

Explore our current openings and discover how you can contribute to a healthier world.

About Us

Since 1982, Teklab, Inc. has been a leading provider of environmental sampling and testing services across the St. Louis, Springfield IL, Chicago, and Kansas City Metropolitan areas. We proudly serve a diverse client base encompassing agencies, industries, engineering firms, municipalities, and school systems, delivering high-quality environmental data they can rely on.

Fundamentals

  • Safety: Ensuring the well-being of our employees, clients, and the environment is paramount.
  • Quality: Delivering accurate, reliable, and defensible data through rigorous analysis and adherence to industry best practices.
  • Turnaround Time: Providing timely results to meet our clients’ deadlines and support their decision-making processes.

Growth and Development

As a veteran-owned and family-run company, we are dedicated to providing our employees with opportunities for professional development, continuous learning, and advancement. We invest in our team members, equipping them with the resources and training they need to thrive.

Environmental Testing Professionals

Why Choose Teklab?

Discover your potential at Teklab and join us in shaping the future of environmental testing for generations to come. We encourage you to explore our current openings and take the first step toward a fulfilling career.

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Job Postings

At Teklab, your career isn’t just a job—it’s a journey of growth, innovation, and impact in environmental testing and analysis. We’ve cultivated an environment where talented professionals thrive while contributing to environmental protection, regulatory compliance, and public health safety. Whether analyzing drinking water safety, monitoring air quality, or testing for contaminants, your contributions make communities safer and healthier.

We are always on the lookout for new personnel to help us in our environmental testing endeavors. Candidates should note the job postings prerequisites before submitting an application. If you have any questions or concerns: please contact us and we will reply as soon as possible with answers.

Environmental Operations Field Technician (Collinsville, IL)

As an Environmental Field Technician, you will be responsible for collecting environmental samples at our clients’ on-site facilities.

Your duties will include:

  • Scheduling sampling events and coordinating with clients.
  • Transporting field equipment to client sites safely and efficiently.
  • Utilizing various sampling equipment to collect representative samples.
  • Following established test methods and procedures for accurate sample collection.
  • Maintaining compliance with all client-specific requirements, including:
    ✔On-site safety training
    ✔Security badges
    ✔Permits
  • Completing Teklab safety training as assigned by a supervisor or health and safety coordinator.
  • Occasional out-of-town travel to support sampling projects.
  • Maintaining a clean and organized company vehicle and promptly reporting any maintenance needs (routine or otherwise) to the department supervisor.

Education:

  • BS in Environmental Science, Geology or other related sciences preferred.
  • High School diploma or GED

Schedule:

  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends as needed

Requirements:

  • Valid Driver’s License (required at all times).
  • Acceptable driving record that meets Teklab’s insurance underwriting requirements.
  • Environmental studies background (preferred, but not required).
  • Ability to adhere to safety protocols and procedures.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Additional Information:

  • Teklab employees are subject to pre-screening prior to field sampling on client properties, as requested.
  • Teklab employees are subject to random drug and alcohol tests, should an injury occur on a job site.

➡ Pay: $20 – $30 per hour based on education/experience
➡ Expected hours: 35 – 45 per week

Laboratory Technician (Collinsville, IL | 2nd Shift)

Teklab is seeking enthusiastic and detail-oriented Laboratory Technicians to join our growing team! As an essential part of our organization, you will contribute to the critical environmental regulatory system that monitors contaminants in our water, soil, and air, ensuring the health and safety of our communities.

As a Laboratory Technician, you will perform a variety of laboratory tests and analyses, contributing to the accurate and timely delivery of environmental data.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
  • A strong work ethic and positive attitude.
  • An interest in environmental science.
  • Ability to manage workload and adjust based on changing priorities.
  • Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
  • Positive and professional demeanor.
  • Excellent computer, written, and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications:

  • Associate’s degree or higher in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, or a closely related field (preferred).
  • High school diploma required, with coursework in science and math (preferred).
  • Work availability Monday through Friday between 1:00 pm – 9:30 pm or 3:00 pm – 11:30 pm, with occasional overtime (Start and end times are flexible within these windows).

Schedule:

  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Evening shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Occasional overtime

➡Expected hours: 35 – 45 per week
➡Estimated Salary: $20 – $28 per hour based on qualifications

We Offer Competitive Benefits

  • 401(k) matching
  • Health Insurance (Employee and/or Employee + Family)
  • Dental Insurance (Employee or Employee + Family)
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Company-Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
  • Company-Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Simple IRA with Company Matching
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 8 Paid Holidays per Year
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Bonus Opportunities