Lab Technician I (Contract Role)

IT Engagements; California (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

IT Engagements in San Diego, CA seeks a Lab Technician I (Contract Role) to support Laboratory Operations, maintain facilities, perform equipment maintenance, manage biohazard and chemical waste, and replenish supplies, while providing day-to-day support to research personnel.

You will assist Lab Managers with troubleshooting equipment and drafting maintenance procedures, log activities, and operate incubators, water baths, centrifuges, and cold storage, ensuring proper PPE and supplies.

Qualifications

• Associate/Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline with 1+ years of lab experience, or a HS 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.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and willing to accept evolving responsibilities.
• Physically capable of lifting twenty-five (25) pounds.
• DOT and Hazardous Waste Management certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Lab operations

Communication

Detail oriented

Education

Associate/Bachelor's in science

HS diploma/GED with 3+ years

Job description

Role: Lab Technician I (Contract Role)

Location: San Diego, CA

Position Summary

• Client in San Diego is seeking an outstanding Lab Technician I to join our Laboratory Operations team.
• 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, you will support the Lab Managers in troubleshooting equipment and drafting laboratory maintenance procedures.

Responsibilities

• 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, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 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.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and willing to accept evolving responsibilities.
• Physically capable of lifting twenty-five (25) pounds.
• DOT and Hazardous Waste Management certifications are a plus.