Laboratory Technician; General

Our client, an engineering and testing environment, is seeking a Laboratory Technician (General) 1 to join their team. As a Laboratory Technician (General) 1, you will be part of the engineering lab operations group supporting engineering and production work order execution. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, a dependable work ethic, and the willingness to learn and follow established processes—skills that will help you contribute to reliable testing and faster debug progress.

Laboratory Technician (General) 1

Austin, TX

$20 to $22 hourly on w2

• Execute prioritized work orders and manage product samples throughout the testing process in accordance with established procedures.
• Support engineering debug activities by preparing systems, swapping units, collecting data, and following engineering instructions.
• Track and document work order progress, issues, and completion details, and communicate equipment concerns and updates to supervisors and engineering teams.
• Maintain accurate shift pass-downs and support inventory staging, sample preparation, and material handling to ensure seamless operations.
• Adhere to safety, quality, and operational requirements while maintaining an organized work environment and contributing to continuous improvement and cross-training.

• Microsoft Office experience is required/useful, especially for documentation and tracking.
• Experience working with a work order system is important.
• Hands-on experience in a lab, testing, manufacturing, electronics, semiconductor, or engineering environment is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and willingness to learn new processes, tools, and equipment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills to support documentation, pass-downs, and coordination.

• Opportunity to play a direct role in engineering lab success by enabling critical debug activities and supporting work order execution.
• Structured shift schedule with a rotating 3-day/4-day pattern that supports consistent operations.
• Training support for Linux after joining (Linux knowledge is a nice-to-have, not required).
• Clear expectations and established procedures that help you succeed through repeatable, process-driven work.
• Potential for conversion to a permanent position based on performance and business needs.

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

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