Entry Level Lab Technician

Actalent is hiring for an entry level Lab Technician role in the San Antonio area!

Job Description

This entry-level role supports a busy microbiology laboratory by preparing samples and materials for analytical and microbiological testing of food products, ingredients, and environmental samples. The technician performs pre-prep and sample preparation tasks for higher-level laboratory staff, follows approved microbiological techniques and methodologies, and helps maintain a clean, safe, and efficient work area in a fast-paced testing environment.

Responsibilities

+ Prepare samples for analytical microbiological and chemistry testing of food products, ingredients, and environmental samples.

+ Perform media and sample prep work to support technicians, including enrichment and gravimetric dilution procedures.

+ Handle client samples in accordance with approved microbiological techniques and methodologies when assigned to prep activities.

+ Apply aseptic techniques consistently, including changing gloves between samples to prevent cross contamination.

+ Maintain media and reagents by preparing, labeling, and organizing materials as required for daily testing.

+ Clean and sanitize work areas and glassware to support a safe and contamination-free laboratory environment.

+ Perform basic quality control monitoring, such as recording incubator temperatures, inoculating control organisms, and running media controls.

+ Potentially perform plating activities under guidance and according to established protocols.

+ Receive, organize, and process samples efficiently to support fast turnaround times in a high-volume laboratory.

+ Follow all laboratory procedures, safety guidelines, and documentation requirements with attention to detail.

+ Collaborate with higher-level technicians and other team members to ensure smooth workflow and timely completion of testing.

+ Consistently demonstrate reliability by showing up on time, completing assigned tasks, and maintaining productivity in a fast-paced setting.

Essential Skills

+ Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks efficiently.

+ Ability to perform media prep, enrichment, and gravimetric dilution following established protocols.

+ Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling samples and recording information.

+ Capability to follow written procedures and approved methodologies for analytical testing.

+ Comfort with routine cleaning and sanitation of work areas and glassware.

+ Basic quality control awareness, including monitoring incubator temperatures and running media controls.

+ Reliable work ethic, including consistent attendance and willingness to support higher-level technicians.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of San Antonio, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $17.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Antonio,TX.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a Clearly Rated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent…