Lead Lab Technician at Tetra Tech, Inc. in Tulare, California

Job Description:

Discover your full potential. At Tetra Tech, we are collaborating with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world. We combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our innovation hubs across the globe will enable you to share ideas and best practices while growing your professional network. Wherever you are in your career journey, you will benefit from working with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists.

Apply today and join the company that is Leading with Science®.

Tetra Tech is currently seeking a part-time, Lead Lab Technician to work out at our client site in Tulare, CA.

The selected candidate will support a project with the State of California and will work as a lead lab technician related to sample preparation.

The lead lab technician will direct and control the work of all personnel on the project and ensure compliance with this agreement. The lead lab technician will be the contractor's initial point of contact for the Client. Additionally, you will perform all duties listed for lab technicians below.

• Receive samples from state personnel.
• Aliquot samples from original sample tubes into smaller sample tubes.
• Seal sample tubes.
• Proper storage and handling of samples.
• Place printed barcode labels on sample tubes.
• Package samples for shipment by FedEx or a courier, in accordance with DOT and other applicable requirements.

The lead lab technician will operate within a biosafety cabinet and demonstrate safe and efficient lab practices at all times. The lab technician will also dispose of samples when directed to do so by the client.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of one (1) year of experience performing laboratory functions including the tasks listed below (experience as an undergraduate or graduate student may be considered).

• Proficiency in handling and pipetting fluids
• Knowledge of basic lab safety protocols
• Familiarity with required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and its proper use
• Experience using a biosafety cabinet
• Ability to be respirator trained and fit-tested

Degree / Certifications
• High School degree or GED required.
• BS or BA preferred.

Work Environment
• Must be able to wear Tyvek, goggles and nitrile gloves.

The Salary Range for this position is $32.00/hour to $35.00/hour, depending on education, experience, skills, and location.

Tetra Tech offers a basic core medical plan and our 401k retirement plan for this position.

Health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech's employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including any public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, and international authorities as well as client and project requirements.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees-27,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.

Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers

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Facebook: @TetraTechCareers

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among Tetra Tech's core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties. Please visit our website at www.tetratech.com to see the array of diverse services and exciting projects we are currently working on.

Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Please no phone calls or agencies.

Additional Information

• Organization: 103 EMI