Lab Technician Jobs in Sacramento, CA

A Lab Technician in the chemistry industry primarily performs a variety of complex laboratory procedures and tests, ensuring precision and accuracy in their results. They handle chemicals, perform analyses, conduct experiments, and interpret data under the supervision of chemists or other scientists. Their responsibilities may also include documentation and reporting, equipment maintenance, laboratory safety protocols, quality control, and even research assistance. The technician's work contributes significantly to the development of new products, research findings, or quality assurance in various industries.

To effectively perform their duties, Lab Technicians must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and good manual dexterity. They should be proficient in laboratory information systems and standard laboratory equipment. Certifications such as the American Society for Clinical Pathology's Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) certification and hands-on experience in a laboratory setting are often required. Prior roles that could lead to a Lab Technician's position include Laboratory Assistant, Research Assistant, and Quality Control Analyst.

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Quality Control Technician

  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Quality Control Technician: Sauna Want to join one of the hottest health and wellness startups in the country? Well, PLUNGE is looking for just the right person to take our team to the next level....

Entry Level Laboratory Technician

  • Woodland, CA (21 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Woodland, CA (21 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Opportunity Details Full Time Entry Level Laboratory Technician Apply with Indeed Apply Now Entry Level Laboratory Technician JOB-10044393 Anticipated Start Date July 7,2025 Location Woodland, CA...

Lab Technician 1

  • Rocklin, CA (20 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Rocklin, CA (20 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Our Rocklin, CA laboratory is looking for a Lab Technician to join their team! The Lab Technician I will prepare samples with accuracy and precision in accordance to SGS' analytical SOPs....

Lab Technician 1

  • Rocklin, CA (20 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Rocklin, CA (20 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Our Rocklin, CA laboratory is looking for a Lab Technician to join their team! The Lab Technician I will prepare samples with accuracy and precision in accordance to SGS' analytical SOPs....

Service Center Laboratory Technician, Eurofins Environment Testing Southwest, West Sacramento

  • West Sacramento, CA (2 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • West Sacramento, CA (2 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Responsible for general housekeeping in the work area Able to become trained and competent on complex instrumentation including but not limited to ion chromatography and UV-Vis, plus instrument-specific...

Quality Control Technician

  • West Sacramento, CA (2 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • West Sacramento, CA (2 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 10 days ago

About Us: Our Commitment: Origin is a technology company with a mission to enable the world's transition to sustainable materials. Our innovations include PET caps and closures that bring...

Laboratory Technician (Woodland, CA)

  • Woodland, CA (21 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Woodland, CA (21 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Environmental Micro Analysis, Inc. (EMA), part of the IEH Laboratories and Consulting Group, is accepting applications for a Laboratory Technician position at its facility in Woodland, CA. Ideal...

Lab Technician

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 18 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 18 days ago

Working knowledge of gas chromatography, mass spectrometry, and fluid analysis. Understands principles of chemical analysis and physical chemistry....

Lab Technician

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 23 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 23 days ago

Familiar with analytical chemistry concepts, procedures, practices including EPA Drinking Water Regulations and Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA)....

Laboratory Technician

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 24 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 24 days ago

Education in Sciences (Chemistry, Biology etc. preferred). 0-1 years of experience preferred Lab experience highly preferred Must be able to work overnight shift (Facility operates at night.)...

Medical Laboratory Technician

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 24 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 24 days ago

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: SMCS-Sutter Med Center - Sacramento Position Overview: Performs pre-analytic, analytic and post-analytic procedures on...

Assistant Laboratory Technician Intern

  • Davis, CA (17 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Davis, CA (17 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Company Description Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and...

Quality Control Technician

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 90+ days ago

Why Join Our Team? Joining Rinker means becoming a part of a team that's committed to making a positive impact. When you work with us, you're not just building structures; you're contributing to...

Chemical Technician -Northern California

  • Elk Grove, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Elk Grove, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

National Carwash Solutions has grown over the past 45 years to become North America's largest equipment, service, and cleaning solutions provider in the car wash industry. Our world-class brands...

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Salary for Lab Technician Jobs in Sacramento, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Lab Technicians in Sacramento, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
62.3%
Master's Degree
21.8%
Doctorate Degree
9.1%
Associate's Degree
3.0%
High School or GED
2.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.2%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Lab Technicians in Sacramento, CA
Less than 1 year
35.9%
1-2 years
33.8%
2-4 years
16.7%
None
11.7%
4-6 years
1.8%


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