Microbiology Lab Technician I - Growth & Impact

technicalsafetyservices; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

The TSS Family of Companies is seeking a Micro Lab Tech to support environmental monitoring and microbiology testing in our San Diego laboratory. You will apply approved microbiological techniques, perform accessioning, enumeration, and identification of environmental samples under supervision.

You will perform routine tests, ensure data accuracy, and maintain quality control while adhering to safety guidelines for hazardous materials.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Associate or Bachelor's degree in a scientific field preferred.
• 1-5 years of experience working in a basic microbiology laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine tests and analyses using the appropriate technical equipment and instruments.
• Proper and proficient execution of all applicable test procedures and test protocols
• Collect and report valid and consistent test results/data with minimal variability
• Analyze retrieved data and prepare reports for laboratory management
• Perform quality control and calibrate equipment if necessary
• Ensure laboratory activities are performed in compliance with procedures and safety guidelines when handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous or bio-hazardous materials

Skills

Customer service

Relationship-building

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Analytical thinking

Numerical skills

Report writing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a scientific field preferred

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Job description

The TSS Family of Companies is seeking a Micro Lab Tech to support environmental monitoring and microbiology testing in our San Diego laboratory. You will apply approved microbiological techniques, perform accessioning, enumeration, and identification of environmental samples under supervision.

You will perform routine tests, ensure data accuracy, and maintain quality control while adhering to safety guidelines for hazardous materials.