Lab Technician

Amspec LLC.; Gonzales (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

AmSpec Services in California is seeking a lab tester to perform analyses on samples, document results, and prepare reports for quality and process control. The role involves maintaining instruments and following safety procedures in a laboratory setting.

You will review work orders, perform required analyses, and ensure accurate documentation and communication with team members and management. This is a safety‑critical position with pre-employment and annual drug testing requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Basic math, scientific literacy and computer skills are essential.
• Ability to learn new procedures and work independently after training.
• Effective communication with employees, consultants, and management is needed.
• Strong focus on safety and training.

Responsibilities

• Receive and review work orders for samples.
• Perform analyses per customer and industry standards.
• Document test results neatly and accurately.
• Prepare analytical reports.
• Conduct QA/QC testing and assist with control charts.
• Maintain laboratory instruments, equipment and supplies.
• Perform related duties as required.
• Work in a safety-sensitive environment with drug testing.

Skills

High School Diploma

Basic Computer Skills

Mathematics Skills

Science fundamentals

Independent learning

Effective communication

Safety training

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory instruments maintenance

Job description

Responsible for performing tests on samples for purposes such as quantitative analysis, quality control, and process control as well as general maintenance of laboratory equipment and physical maintenance of the laboratory.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Receiving, reviewing and understanding work orders for all received samples
• Performing required analysis according to customer and industry standards and requirements
• Documentation of each test result neatly and accurately
• Preparation of corresponding analytical reports
• Performing quality assurance/ quality control testing and assisting with control charts
• Maintaining laboratory instruments, equipment, and supplies
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned
• Safety Sensitive position that requires pre-employment, random and annual drug and alcohol testing (including marijuana testing).

Required Skills

• High School Diploma, some college credits preferable
• Must possess basic Computer, Mathematic, and Science skills
• Ability to grasp new procedures and work independently upon completion of training
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees, outside consultants, and management
• Thorough understanding of safety and training issues

Working Conditions

Work is primarily performed in a laboratory with occasional trip to collect or deliver samples The employee may be
exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. AmSpec Services provides product information,
training, engineering controls, and personal protective equipment in an effort to protect employees from exposure to
potentially harmful levels of those materials. Employees are required to read product information, use available
engineering controls, follow guidelines presented during training, and be able to wear and use appropriate protective
equipment, including respiratory protective equipment, as may be required by the work environment. The noise level in
the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Requirements

• Pass a drug and alcohol test specified by AmSpec
• Pass an annual Pulmonary Fitness and Respirator Fit Test
• Pass a physical examination by a physician designated by AmSpec Services, both before employment and at any time
  during employment upon request of AmSpec Services to confirm the Surveyor’s ability to perform the essential job
  functions of the position.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift/carry boxes weighing up to 45lbs.
• Ability to work in the presence of odors, typical of petroleum or petrochemicals, without allergic reactions or nausea when
  such odors are within OSHA-designated permissible exposure limits (PELs).

Required Experience