Laboratory Support Technician - Microbiology & Sterile Prep

International Executive Service Corps; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

OLH Technical Services in Irvine, CA is seeking a Laboratory Support Technician to join our team. The role involves following laboratory quality, safety, and SOPs, handling materials, equipment, and samples with care.

You will weigh, mix, adjust pH, sterilize media, operate autoclaves, and prepare samples for analysis while maintaining glassware and lab areas. A High School Diploma or GED and OSHA 10-hour certification are valued.

Qualifications

• Must follow written procedures and safety protocols.
• Basic familiarity with cleaning, sanitizing, or handling laboratory glassware.
• Ability to lift 25–30 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Follow laboratory quality, safety, and standard operating procedures; handle materials, equipment, and samples safely.
• Weigh, mix, adjust pH, heat, label, and sterilize laboratory media, reagents, and solutions per procedures.
• Operate autoclaves to sterilize media, containers, and waste materials.
• Prepare samples for microbiological, chemical, and sensory analysis using appropriate techniques.
• Wash and sterilize laboratory glassware.
• Collect and transport contaminated materials for disposal.

Skills

Safety procedures

Lab equipment handling

Documentation accuracy

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Measurement tools

Job description

OLH Technical Services in Irvine, CA is seeking a Laboratory Support Technician to join our team. The role involves following laboratory quality, safety, and SOPs, handling materials, equipment, and samples with care.

You will weigh, mix, adjust pH, sterilize media, operate autoclaves, and prepare samples for analysis while maintaining glassware and lab areas. A High School Diploma or GED and OSHA 10-hour certification are valued.