Lab Technician Jobs in Dacono, CO

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

  • Dacono, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Dacono, CO
  • 3 days ago

Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance Benefits First of the month after hire date. Referral Program - up to $2000 per referral Paid Time Off after 6 months 401k with Company match after 90...

Quality Control Technician

  • Commerce City, CO (15 miles from Dacono, CO)
  • 8 days ago
  • Commerce City, CO (15 miles from Dacono, CO)
  • 8 days ago

Assist with wet chemistry testing. Call production holds when products are out of specification. Follow HACCP programs....

Laboratory Technician l

  • Lafayette, CO (8 miles from Dacono, CO)
  • 12 days ago
  • Lafayette, CO (8 miles from Dacono, CO)
  • 12 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 - Gold Canyon Meat Co. - Day Shif

  • Commerce City, CO (15 miles from Dacono, CO)
  • 21 days ago
  • Commerce City, CO (15 miles from Dacono, CO)
  • 21 days ago

Starting Pay is $21.00 per hourShift: Sun, Wed, Thrs, Fri 9:00am-7:30pmMaintains all aspects of Quality Assurance to ensure proper, safe andexceptional operation of the department.Essential...

Quality Control Technician - Gold Canyon Meat Co. - Day Shift

  • Commerce City, CO (15 miles from Dacono, CO)
  • 26 days ago
  • Commerce City, CO (15 miles from Dacono, CO)
  • 26 days ago

Quality Control Technician - Gold Canyon Meat Co. - Day Shift Commerce City, CO - $21 per hour Contract Posted by: Shamrock Foods Company Posted: Wednesday, 21 May 2025 Starting Pay is $21.00 per...

Laboratory Technician II, Analytical Chemistry

  • Boulder, CO (13 miles from Dacono, CO)
  • 28 days ago
  • Boulder, CO (13 miles from Dacono, CO)
  • 28 days ago

Laboratory Technician II, Analytical Chemistry Boulder, Colorado, United States Who we are: Electra is reinventing iron production to tackle the nearly 10% of global carbon dioxide emissions produced...

Lab Technician

  • Henderson, CO (13 miles from Dacono, CO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Henderson, CO (13 miles from Dacono, CO)
  • 45+ days ago

Actalent is hiring a Lab Technician in Henderson, CO!...

Laboratory Technician

  • Aurora, CO (23 miles from Dacono, CO)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Aurora, CO (23 miles from Dacono, CO)
  • 90+ days ago

Technician ASCP Certification within 12 months of hire from American Society for Clinical Pathologists OR American Medical Technologist Medical Lab Technician Certificate within 12 months of hire from...

Advanced Medical Laboratory Technician

  • Aurora, CO (23 miles from Dacono, CO)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Aurora, CO (23 miles from Dacono, CO)
  • 90+ days ago

Summary This position falls within Pathology and Laboratory at the Eastern Colorado Health System VA Health Care System and at this level has a higher-level of responsibility for technical...

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Salary for Lab Technician Jobs in Dacono, CO

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Lab Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Lab Technicians in Dacono, CO 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 Dacono, CO
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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