Lab Technician

Post Date

Mar 23, 2026

Location

Richmond,
California

ZIP/Postal Code

94801
US
May 29, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Laboratory Technician

Req #

HOU-0ac2a584-cec0-4442-a9b0-115c87158578

Pay Rate

$18 - $23 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

A top Oil and Gas company in Richmond, CA, is seeking a Lab Technician to join their Crude Oil Assay and Refinery Support Team (COARS) in Global Laboratory Services. This is a high sample volume laboratory that requires fast turnaround time, ability to multi-task, and communicate clearly. The Crude Oil Assay and Refinery Support Team (COARS) covers various physical property tests, including flow property tests, i.e., viscosity, pour point, cloud point, freeze point, etc., density and filtration tests, some catalyst characterization and thermo-analysis tests, etc.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

Bachelor's in Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, Biochemistry, STEM-related, or equivalent OR 2+ years of demonstrated experience in analytical laboratory (in school or professional experience)

Chemistry lab experience (school or industry)

Self-starter, multitasker, and a great attitude

Ability to work in a high volume lab

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Petroleum lab experience

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.