Lab Technician Jobs in Washington

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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Medical Laboratory Technician

  • Seattle, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 4 days ago

License, Certification, Registration Medical Lab Technician Certificate within 6 months of hire Additional Requirements: Basic computer skills. Good verbal and written communication skills....

Laboratory Technician l (On-Call/Flex)

  • WA
  • 8 hours ago
  • WA
  • 8 hours ago

Laboratory Technician l (On-Call/Flex) EUROFINS FRONTIER GLOBAL SCIENCES - Ahtanum, WA Posted: 6/30/2025 - Expires: 9/29/2025 Job ID: 291169115 Apply Now I have already applied Save Job Print...

Laboratory Technician

  • Spokane, WA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 18 hours ago

CLASS SUMMARY Performs responsible technical work performing physical, chemical and bacteriological analyses and sampling of water, wastewater treatment chemicals, biosolids, soils and industrial...

Quality Control Technician

  • Spokane, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 1 day ago

[Johanna Beverage Company is recruiting for a 3rd Shift (Night Shift) Quality Control Technician. Responsibilities: Perform laboratory tests on raw materials, products in process and finished...

Laboratory Technician l (On-Call/Flex)

  • Union Gap, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Union Gap, WA
  • 4 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...

Lab Technician

  • Vancouver, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 5 days ago

Assist Chemist or Lab Manager to carry out laboratory testing, method development and compliance with QA/QC requirement....

Medical Lab Technician - Microbiology

  • Bellingham, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 5 days ago

PeaceHealth is seeking a Medical Lab Technician - Microbiology for a Part Time, 0.50 FTE, Night position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $31.26 - $46.93....

Lab Technician, Ferndale Refinery

  • Ferndale, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Ferndale, WA
  • 5 days ago

Phillips 66 & YOU - Together we can fuel the futur The Lab Technician, Ferndale Refinery performs tasks related to the completion of routine and non-routine testing within the lab....

Laboratory Technician Lead

  • Kent, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Kent, WA
  • 6 days ago

degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related Science + 2 or more years of prior laboratory experience + 40-hour HAZWOPER training + Experience with basic lab techniques and calculations + Knowledge of Gas Chromatography...

Clinical Laboratory Technician 1

  • Seattle, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 6 days ago

The Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology has two outstanding opportunities for Clinical Laboratory Technician 1's on Fixed Duration Appointments. Under general supervision, this...

Clinical Laboratory Technician 2

  • Bothell, WA
  • 8 days ago
  • Bothell, WA
  • 8 days ago

CLINICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN 2 Req #:246762 Department:UW MEDICINE - LABORATORY MEDICINE AND PATHOLOGY Appointing Department Web Address: Job Location:UW Medical Center - Montlake Posting...

Quality Control Technician

  • Sultan, WA
  • 11 days ago
  • Sultan, WA
  • 11 days ago

Quality Control Technician Job Description As a Quality Control Technician, you will play a vital role in ensuring the quality and compliance of finished goods. You will conduct inspections and...

Clinical Laboratory Technician 2

  • Seattle, WA
  • 12 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 12 days ago

This recruitment offers a $3,000 Signing Bonus to eligible new employees joining UW Medicine. The Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology has an outstanding opportunity for a Clinical...

Concrete Field-Testing Quality Control Technician

  • Buckley, WA
  • 13 days ago
  • Buckley, WA
  • 13 days ago

Line of Business: OtherPay Range: $66,420.00 $81,920.00 About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates...

Travel Radiology Cath Lab Tech

  • Everett, WA
  • 13 days ago
  • Everett, WA
  • 13 days ago

Job Overview TLC Nursing Associates, Inc. is seeking an experienced Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory (Cath Lab) Technologist to assist in cardiac catheterizations, angioplasties,...

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Salary for Lab Technician Jobs in Washington

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Lab Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Lab Technicians in Washington offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
62.3%
Master's Degree
21.8%
Doctorate Degree
9.0%
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 Washington
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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