Lab Technician I

Responsibilities: This role provides broad support to research personnel by maintaining lab facilities, conducting equipment maintenance, managing biohazard and chemical waste collection, and replenishing supplies. Requirements: Associate/Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline with 1+ years of lab experience, or a High School diploma/GED with 3+ years of experience.

Our client, a Biotech company, is looking for a Lab Technician I for their San Diego, CA location.
 
Responsibilities:

• This role provides broad support to research personnel by maintaining lab facilities, conducting equipment maintenance, managing biohazard and chemical waste collection, and replenishing supplies.
• Additionally, support the Lab Managers in troubleshooting equipment and drafting laboratory maintenance procedures.
• Log maintenance activities and laboratory data accurately using specialized software.
• Conduct daily operational maintenance for incubators, water baths, centrifuges, and cold storage.
• Triage help desk tickets and troubleshoot immediate lab issues (e.g., leaks or malfunctions).
• Perform daily inspections to ensure a safe environment and communicate violations to EHS.
• Monitor the collection and safe disposal of hazardous biological and chemical materials.
• Process lab glassware (washing, autoclaving) and replenish PPE and lab supplies.
• Manage stock inventory, including ordering, collection, and distribution tasks.

 
Requirements:

• Associate/Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline with 1+ years of lab experience, or a High School diploma/GED with 3+ years of experience.
• Proven ability to perform tasks accurately, precisely, and within expected timeframes.
• Working knowledge of scientific laboratory equipment and EH&S regulations.
• Strong verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Detailoriented, selfmotivated, and willing to accept evolving responsibilities.
• Physically capable of lifting twentyfive (25) pounds.
• DOT and Hazardous Waste Management certifications are a plus.

 
Why Should You Apply?

• Health Benefits
• Referral Program
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities

 
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