Laboratory Support Technician: Microbial & Analytical Prep

International Executive Service Corps; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

OLH Technical Services is seeking a Laboratory Support Technician for our Bothell, WA site. The role involves following laboratory SOPs, safely handling materials, and supporting microbiological and chemical analyses.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, 6 months in a lab or similar environment, and the ability to lift 25–30 lbs. OSHA 10 certification or commitment to obtain it within 30 days is expected.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check.
• Must be able to pass a Public Trust background check.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least six (6) months of experience in a laboratory, industrial, custodial, or similar structured work environment.
• Ability to follow written procedures and safety protocols.
• Ability to lift 25 – 30lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Basic familiarity with cleaning, sanitizing, or handling laboratory glassware.
• OSHA 10-hour General Industry certification or willingness to obtain within 30 days of assignment.

Responsibilities

• Follow laboratory quality, safety, and standard operating procedures. Handle laboratory materials, equipment, and samples safely, including materials that may be heavy, refrigerated, frozen, or require special handling.
• Weigh, mix, adjust pH, heat, label, and sterilize laboratory media, reagents, and solutions in accordance with established procedures.
• Operate autoclaves to sterilize prepared media, containers, and waste materials.
• Prepare samples for microbiological, chemical, and sensory analysis using appropriate techniques (aseptic/non-aseptic) utensils, and laboratory equipment. May include preparation and cooking of food products.
• Wash and sterilize laboratory glassware.
• Collect and safely transport contaminated materials for disposal.
• Maintain cleanliness of laboratory areas and perform routine safety checks of eyewash stations and emergency showers.
• Perform temperature mapping of laboratory equipment, document results, and assist with equipment function verification.
• Conduct acid cleaning of digestive vessels and centrifuge tubes.
• Perform daily and weekly monitoring checks of the deionized water systems.

Skills

Lab safety

SOP adherence

Material handling

Quality control

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Autoclave

Glassware cleaning

Job description

OLH Technical Services is seeking a Laboratory Support Technician for our Bothell, WA site. The role involves following laboratory SOPs, safely handling materials, and supporting microbiological and chemical analyses.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, 6 months in a lab or similar environment, and the ability to lift 25–30 lbs. OSHA 10 certification or commitment to obtain it within 30 days is expected.