Laboratory Technician I - 42005983

Civicworks; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Animal Industry, is seeking a Laboratory Technician I to serve as the primary contact for laboratory customers, handling reception duties, mail processing, and sample intake and documentation.

The role involves managing phone systems, processing Health Certificate orders, and entering client and sample information into laboratory management systems while ensuring compliance with shipping, QA, and hazmat regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 1 year of laboratory work experience, or relevant college/vocational training with three courses in physical and/or natural sciences.
• Valid Class E Driver License.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Must pass pulmonary function test and respirator fit testing.
• Computer skills and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for laboratory customers; manage reception duties, mail processing, and sample intake/documentation.
• Enter client and sample information into laboratory management systems; ensure accurate shipping, QA, and hazmat compliance.
• Coordinate with reference laboratories and perform quality control activities; support administrative and laboratory tasks.

Skills

Computer skills

Oral communication

Phone handling

Office equipment

Education

High school diploma with lab experience or college science coursework

Job description

Laboratory Technician I at the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Animal Industry serves as the primary point of contact for laboratory customers, handling reception duties, mail processing, and sample intake and documentation. The role involves managing phone systems, processing Health Certificate orders, entering client and sample information into laboratory management systems, and ensuring compliance with shipping, quality assurance, and hazmat regulations. The position requires assistance with various administrative and laboratory support tasks, including coordination with reference laboratories and quality control activities.

Key qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and one year of laboratory work experience, or relevant college/vocational training with three courses in physical and/or natural sciences
• Valid Class E Driver License
• Computer skills and oral communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple phone lines and operate office equipment
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Must pass pulmonary function test and respirator fit testing