Laboratory Technician I: Lab Operations & QA

Florida; 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 in Kissimmee, FL. The role involves handling samples, processing orders, and assisting with lab operations in a regulated environment.

The incumbent will greet customers, manage submissions, and ensure QA/QC compliance while maintaining safety protocols and PPE usage. Some alternate hours may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 1 year of lab experience, or college/training in sciences.
• Education substitutions allowed with three science-related courses.
• Valid Class E Driver License.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and direct them to the appropriate lab sections.
• Process Health Certificate orders and notify veterinarians when corrections are needed.
• Upload reports to LIMS VetView and manage submission forms.

Skills

Receptionist skills

Phone line handling

Photocopying

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College/technical training substitute

Tools

LIMS VetView

Job description

Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Animal Industry, is seeking a Laboratory Technician I in Kissimmee, FL. The role involves handling samples, processing orders, and assisting with lab operations in a regulated environment.

The incumbent will greet customers, manage submissions, and ensure QA/QC compliance while maintaining safety protocols and PPE usage. Some alternate hours may be required.