Technical Safety Services

Laboratory Technician (Microbiology)

TSS Family of Companies - San Diego, CA - Full Time

Who are we?

The TSS Family of Companies is one of the largest independent laboratory and hospital service providers with locations across the United States. Our customers include leading life sciences and healthcare companies and renowned research institutions. We are a leading provider of environmental monitoring solutions and testing, calibration, and certification services for controlled environments, medical gas systems, and laboratory instrumentation. Our Family of Companies includes Technical Safety Services (TSS), Evergreen Medical Services (EMS), and Cornerstone Commissioning.

We are rapidly growing and looking for additional passionate and talented employees to join our team and partner with our customers who are doing dramatic work focused on improving the human condition.

How will you make an impact?

Micro Lab Tech will be responsible for supporting and applying approved microbiological techniques and methodologies used in environmental monitoring laboratory testing. The key function of this position is to use good aseptic lab practices and be responsible for supporting accessioning, enumeration, and identification of viable environmental samples under the supervision of the Lab Supervisor.

 What will you do?

  • Perform routine and non-routine tests and analyses using the appropriate technical equipment and instruments.
  • Proper and proficient execution of all applicable test procedures and test protocols
  • Collect and report valid and consistent test results/data with minimal variability
  • Analyze retrieved data and prepare reports for laboratory management
  • Perform quality control and calibrate equipment if necessary
  • Ensure laboratory activities are performed in compliance with procedures and safety guidelines when handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous or bio-hazardous materials

How will you get rewarded?

Compensation and Benefits

  • Salary range of $23.00 - $31.00 hourly
    (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with industry data.)
  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance
  • 401(k) plan with a company matching contribution
  • Long-term disability, short-term disability, and life insurance
  • Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) and company paid holidays

How will you get here?

Education and Experience

  • Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent. Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field preferred
  • 1-5 years of experience working in a basic microbiology laboratory
  • A combination of education, training and related experience may meet requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Excellent customer service and relationship-building skills.
  •  Familiarity with microbiological techniques (e.g. enumeration, biochemical/ gram stain analysis) and Biological Safety Level 2 (BSL-2) rates spaces.
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Self-directed, innovative, and creative thinker.
  • Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites and other relevant computer programs
  • Analytical and numerical skills: ability to perform mathematical calculations (add, subtract, multiply, divide) in different units of measurement; ability to use concepts such as fractions, percentages, and ratios
  • Ability to write correspondence and reports

TSS is a passionate equal opportunity employer and celebrates diversity. Interested in a role but not sure it’s the right fit for you? Call us and let’s talk.

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