Lab Technician 1

About the role

This entry-level Lab Technician I role supports day-to-day laboratory operations by maintaining laboratory spaces, equipment, instruments, and supply storage areas. You will perform routine laboratory procedures using standard methods, techniques, equipment, and instrumentation in alignment with quality assurance programs and standard operating procedures. This position is ideal for individuals looking to build a foundation in laboratory work while contributing to accurate and timely testing activities.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve samples from Sample Control for analysis in a timely and accurate manner.
• Perform sample preparation activities, including aliquoting samples, spiking and tracing samples, preparing reagents, bottling samples, preparing concentrations, performing separations, conducting sonication, and setting up liquid racks.
• Resolve discrepancies and anomalies to ensure all samples are properly labeled and traceable.
• Prepare and maintain general laboratory documentation, including recording analysis results, tracking samples, completing bench sheets, and updating lab logbooks.
• Wash and prepare laboratory glassware to ensure readiness for the next day’s samples and testing activities.
• Stock and organize laboratory supplies to ensure materials are available and accessible when needed.
• Follow standard operating procedures and quality assurance guidelines when using laboratory methods, techniques, equipment, and instrumentation.
• Support general maintenance of laboratory and supply storage areas to maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 0–2 years of experience in a laboratory or related environment required.

Qualifications

Interest in developing laboratory skills and gaining experience with standard lab equipment and instrumentation; ability to follow detailed written procedures and standard operating protocols; willingness to perform routine and repetitive tasks with consistency and accuracy; comfort working with various sample types and reagents under supervised conditions.

Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills to document results clearly and interact effectively with team members.
• High level of attention to detail to ensure accurate labeling, documentation, and sample handling.
• Problem-solving skills to identify and resolve discrepancies and anomalies in samples and records.
• Basic ability to work independently and manage one’s time to complete assigned tasks efficiently.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory testing information, methods, and techniques.
• Basic ability to analyze data and accurately document and record results according to established procedures.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Pay

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/hr.

Schedule

9 am to 5:30 pm for either: Sunday through Thursday or Tuesday through Saturday.

This is a Contract position based out of Fresno, CA. Fully onsite. Anticipated to close on Sep 18, 2026.