Lab Technician Jobs in Utah

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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Laboratory Technician II

  • Logan, UT
  • 5 days ago
  • Logan, UT
  • 5 days ago

Overview Technical position in the Utah Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (UVDL) with primary duties in the molecular section and secondary duties in serology and bacteriology sections....

Laboratory Technician

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 8 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 8 days ago

Details **Open Date** 06/06/2025 **Requisition Number** PRN42132B **Job Title** PS Lab Technician **Working Title** Laboratory Technician **Job Grade** C **FLSA Code** Nonexempt **Patient Sensitive...

Pouching Quality Control Technician 3rd shift

  • Orem, UT
  • 22 days ago
  • Orem, UT
  • 22 days ago

Job Details Job Location: Orem, UT - Orem, UT Position Type: Full Time Education Level: High School Salary Range: Undisclosed Travel Percentage: None Job Shift: Third Job Category: Manufacturing...

Quality Control Technician

  • Layton, UT
  • 25 days ago
  • Layton, UT
  • 25 days ago

The quality control technician is a vital member of the quality and overall production team. The quality control technician is responsible for ensuring that all raw material/components/printed...

Chemical Lab Technician

  • Park City, UT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Park City, UT
  • 30+ days ago

Based in Park City, UT, Triumph Geared Solutions is a leading independent aerospace gear and gear box supplier for the commercial and military helicopter and business jet markets and employs...

Quality Control Technician - Elsinore, UT

  • Elsinore, UT
  • 45+ days ago
  • Elsinore, UT
  • 45+ days ago

Job ID: 510152 Position Overview This is a skilled position involving responsibility for the safe operation of sampling and testing soils, aggregates, and asphalt materials. Responsibilities...

Aggregate Quality Control Technician

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 60+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 60+ days ago

Aggregate Quality Control Technician Staker Parson Companies - 3.7 Salt Lake City, UT Job Details Estimated: $42.5K - $52.3K a year 23 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance...

Aggregate Quality Control Technician

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 60+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 60+ days ago

Job ID: 508882 Staker Parson Companies, a CRH company, is a member of the CRH West Division; Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment,...

Quality Control Technician

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 60+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 60+ days ago

With our strong investment in research and development and our culture of continuous improvement, Hexcel is the industry leader in the manufacturing of advance composite materials, including...

Technical Services Laboratory Technician Intern

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 90+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 90+ days ago

Specialization in Analytical chemistry preferred. Applicants should be within two years of graduation....

HMA Quality Control Technician

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 90+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 90+ days ago

Job ID: 507551 Staker Parson Companies, a CRH company, is a member of the CRH West Division; Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment,...

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Salary for Lab Technician Jobs in Utah

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Lab Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Lab Technicians in Utah 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 Utah
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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