Lab Technician

SGS Consulting; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS Consulting is seeking a Lab Operations Technician in Sacramento to perform daily equipment maintenance, safety inspections, and safe disposal of hazardous materials. You will support glassware processing, supply replenishment, and routine inventory tasks across the facility.

The role requires a scientific degree or equivalent lab experience, DOT and hazardous waste certifications, and a willingness to travel between nearby locations (approx. 2 miles). Weekend on-call may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline with 6+ months lab experience, OR High school diploma/GED with 1+ years of lab experience (equivalent combination considered).
• DOT and Hazardous Waste Management certifications.
• Ability to travel between locations (approximately 2 miles).

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily operational maintenance of lab equipment, including incubators, water baths, biosafety cabinets, centrifuges, and cold storage units.
• Coordinate routine and preventative equipment maintenance with vendors.
• Troubleshoot immediate lab issues such as freezer leaks, equipment malfunctions, or contamination.
• Perform daily lab inspections to ensure a safe work environment and report violations.
• Monitor, assist in collection, and ensure safe disposal of hazardous biological and chemical materials.
• Collect, wash, autoclave, and redistribute lab glassware.
• Replenish lab supplies including glassware, plasticware, PPE, and disinfectants throughout the facility.
• Perform support activities such as inventory checks, ordering, and distribution

Skills

Lab equipment operation

EH&S regulations

Troubleshooting

Detail-oriented

Team communication

Physical stamina

On-call weekend

Lifting 50 lbs

Flexibility

Scientific literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in science

HS diploma / GED with lab experience

DOT certification

Hazardous Waste Certification

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct daily operational maintenance of lab equipment, including incubators, water baths, biosafety cabinets, centrifuges, and cold storage units
• Coordinate routine and preventative equipment maintenance with vendors
• Troubleshoot immediate lab issues such as freezer leaks, equipment malfunctions, or contamination
• Perform daily lab inspections to ensure a safe work environment and report violations
• Monitor, assist in collection, and ensure safe disposal of hazardous biological and chemical materials
• Collect, wash, autoclave, and redistribute lab glassware
• Replenish lab supplies including glassware, plasticware, PPE, and disinfectants throughout the facility
• Perform support activities such as inventory checks, ordering, and distribution

Skills

• Basic laboratory experience and working knowledge of scientific equipment
• Familiar with EH&S regulations and hazardous waste handling
• Strong problem-solving skills to identify issues and offer solutions
• Detail-oriented and self-motivated with a positive attitude
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment with excellent verbal communication
• Physically capable of lifting fifty (50) pounds
• Willing to accept temporary responsibilities outside initial job description
• Weekend support might required (On Call)

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline with 6+ months lab experience, OR High school diploma/GED with 1+ years of lab experience (equivalent combination considered)
• DOT and Hazardous Waste Management certifications
• Ability to travel between locations (approximately 2 miles)