PUBLIC HEALTH LABORATORY TECHNICIAN 3 - 09292026-81252

Opening: 09/29/2026 12:00AM CT – Closing: 10/12/2026 11:59PM CT.

About the role

The PH Laboratory Technician 3 supports laboratory testing and operations in the TDH Division of Laboratory Services. Under immediate supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor, Manager, or Director, the incumbent conducts laboratory and operational tasks that includes but not limited to preparing media and reagents, washing glassware, maintaining equipment, and specimen/sample accessioning, warehouse receiving, and training other laboratory technicians. This position performs routine technical and non-technical work that supports laboratory testing and operations of average difficulty that is more complex and broader scope than the PH Laboratory Technician 1 and 2 positions.

Responsibilities

• Assist laboratory personnel in laboratory testing processes and operations including but not limited to routine laboratory and administrative tasks, prioritizing workloads, and completing assignments in a timely and accurate manner.
• Assist laboratory personnel in routine administrative and clerical work, data management and record retention in accordance with section and division processes and procedures.
• Accurately receive, accession, and route specimens/samples to appropriate laboratory section/areas for processing and testing.
• Assist laboratory personnel in specimen/sample inventory and management, reagent and supply inventory, procurement, waste management and disposal, and preparation/distribution of reagents, media, supplies for laboratory testing and operations.
• Contribute to laboratory processes and procedures, perform routine equipment service and maintenance, and assist in process improvements and troubleshooting.
• Communicate and coordinate laboratory operational and testing activities/tasks with laboratory personnel, supervisor and/or managers. Notify laboratory supervisors and/or managers of any operational issues and maintain effective communications among personnel.
• Participate in section and division activities and initiatives.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Requirements

• Education equivalent to graduation from a standard high school and at least two year full-time, pertinent laboratory experience in a related field of study.
• Valid vehicle operator's license required for employment.
• Transcript with all credits required (PDF encouraged) to be uploaded with an employment application.
• Microbiology coursework strongly preferred.
• Criminal background check required; may be required to provide information about criminal history.
• Substitution of education for experience: undergraduate or graduate work from an accredited college or university in a related field may substitute for the required experience on a year-to-year basis up to two years (e.g., 24 graduate semester hours or 36 graduate quarter hours in a related field may substitute for one year of the required experience).

Skills

• Customer Focus
• Collaborates
• Instills Trust
• Action Oriented
• Communicates Effectively
• Laboratory Procedures and Protocols
• Record Keeping and Documentation
• Health and Safety Regulations
• Inventory Management
• Communication Practices
• Active Listening and Attention to Detail
• Technical Equipment Proficiency
• Problem Solving
• Data Entry and Computer Skills
• Time Management
• Organizational Skills
• Adaptability
• Communication Ability
• Critical Thinking
• Physical Stamina
• General Lab Equipment
• Warehouse Equipment
• Autoclaves
• BSC and Fume-hoods
• Computers
• TN Driver Standards: valid driver's license; past five years no DUI, reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, more than 4 moving violations.

Pay

Salary (Monthly): $3,631.00 - $4,533.00; Salary (Annually): $43,572.00 - $54,396.00.

Schedule

Full-Time.