Automation Lab Technician — 3rd Shift

Clinical Pathology Laboratories; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Clinical Pathology Laboratories, Inc. in Austin, TX, is hiring for a Laboratory Operations role on the 3rd shift. The position involves processing patient specimens in an automated lab, maintaining workflow efficiency, and adhering to safety and PPE protocols.

You will handle routine lifting up to 40–50 lbs, work with BIO hazards, and support instrument maintenance while contributing to quality and compliance. This role offers strong benefits and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Training or experience in specimen collection or processing.
• Strong reading, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to operate general laboratory equipment (e.g., centrifuges).
• Ability to meet physical demands (lifting up to 40–50 lbs).
• Comfort handling biohazard materials following safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Ensure laboratory specimens are properly processed, prepared, routed, and stored.
• Operate within an automated laboratory environment and maintain workflow efficiency.
• Perform physically demanding tasks including lifting up to 40-50 lbs.
• Support instrument maintenance and disposal of biohazard waste.
• Recognize when corrective action is needed and implement solutions.
• Work in a lab with biological hazards and adhere to PPE requirements.

Skills

Reading & writing

Analytical skills

Lab equipment operation

PPE compliance

Physical endurance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Clinical Pathology Laboratories, Inc. in Austin, TX, is hiring for a Laboratory Operations role on the 3rd shift. The position involves processing patient specimens in an automated lab, maintaining workflow efficiency, and adhering to safety and PPE protocols.

You will handle routine lifting up to 40–50 lbs, work with BIO hazards, and support instrument maintenance while contributing to quality and compliance. This role offers strong benefits and career growth opportunities.