Lab Technician 1 - Temporary

About the role

This is a temporary, onsite, Lab Tech 1 position located in Peoria, IL, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. This role ends on August 31, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Support all laboratory sample-related activities, including preservation, preparation, processing, and maintenance.
• Maintain and update appropriate documentation and databases.
• Participate in training on fundamental lab support policies, programs, and practices.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work in a lab or office setting, remain standing for long periods while conducting tests, work around strong smells, and wear personal protective equipment while handling samples (lab coat, safety glasses, gloves — all provided by Pace®).
• Experience in a laboratory or environmental testing setting is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Work is performed in a lab and office setting.
• Work is subject to chemicals, fumes, gases, noxious odors, and related items in a lab and sample setting.

Skills

• Curiosity.
• Drive.
• Passion for protecting the environment and communities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits program including competitive salaries, medical, dental, vision, 401K retirement savings plan, life, disability, and voluntary benefits.
• Paid time off for holiday, sick, and vacation days.
• HSA, wellness program, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance program, parental leave, optional legal coverage, and ID theft protection.

Pay

$15.50 per hour.

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pace® provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.