Laboratory Technician I - Hi-Res Prep (Multiple Shifts) Eurofins Environment Testing Northern California, West Sacramento, CA
Company DescriptionEurofins Scientific is a network of independent companies providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate.Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins companies.With over 50 laboratories and more than 40 service centers nationwide, Eurofins Environment Testing provides full-service environmental analysis across all 50 states. Our network supports public and private clients—including DoD, DOE, and municipalities—through robust logistics and continuous investment in people, technology, and infrastructure.We offer comprehensive testing for air, water, soil, sediment, tissue, and waste, covering a wide range of analytes including PFAS, metals, VOCs/SVOCs, dioxins/furans, radiochemicals, and more.Job DescriptionEurofins Environment Testing is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join our team! The Laboratory Technician, using general laboratory methods, techniques, equipment, and instrumentation in compliance with Eurofins’ Quality Assurance programs and SOP’s, supports laboratory operations through general maintenance of laboratory and supply storage areas, equipment, instruments, and supplies.Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesRetrieves samples from Sample Control for analysis and maintains chain of custody.Performs sample preparation which may include, but is not limited to, a combination of the following methods:Aliquot samplesSpike and trace samplesPrepare reagents/acids/basesBottle samplesPrepare concentrationsSeparationSonicationLiquid rack set upResolves discrepancies and anomalies to ensure samples are properly labeled.Prepares general laboratory paperwork such as recording analysis results, tracking samples, bench sheets, and laboratory logbooks.Washes laboratory glassware to prepare for next day’s samples.Responsible for performing job functions within Eurofins Environment Testing America’s Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance standards.Maintains housekeeping for work area.Preforms daily calibration of pipettes and balances.Properly disposes of hazardous and non-hazardous waste and recycling.Secondary DutiesStocks laboratory supplies.Cleans work area(s) to maintain a safe working environment.Assists other laboratory areas as neededQualificationsMinimum QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalentHigh school Chemistry coursework, basic laboratory experiencePrevious production-oriented work helpful (awareness and ability to meet deadlines)Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorshipProfessional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in EnglishSkillsMinimum Skills and Abilities:Good OrganizationGood CommunicationGood Problem SolvingAbilitiesAbility to Multi-taskLearn QuicklyWork IndependentlyWork within Time ConstraintsKnowledgeGeneral Knowledge of Chemistry and/or ScienceBasic MathematicsKnowledge of Production WorkRequirementsWorking with ComputersWorking with Laboratory GlasswareWorking with Laboratory Instruments / EquipmentUse of Personal Protective EquipmentAdditional InformationPosition Is Full-time, Non-exempt From Overtime Pay With Flexibility For Overtime And Weekend Coverage As Needed. The Candidate Must Be Able To Work One Of The Following ShiftsTuesday - Saturday, 12pm -8:30pmMonday - Friday, 3:30am - 12pmThe compensation for this position is $19.00 - $22.00 per hour commensurate with experience.Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) provides a compensation range for informational purposes, the actual base compensation may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience and skill set, base compensation of internal peers, business sector, and geographic location.What We OfferExcellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision optionsLife and disability insurance401(k) with company matchPaid vacation and holidaysWe support your development! Do you feel you don’t match 100% of the requirements? Don’t hesitate to apply anyway! Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career development.We embrace diversity! Eurofins network of companies believe in strength and innovation through diversity, being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination against employees or applications based on gender identity and/or expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and everything else that makes employees of Eurofins companies unique.Sustainability matters to us! At Eurofins, we believe sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our vision to be the Global Leader in “Testing for Life,” our mission to contribute to a healthier and safer world, and our core values, we are building a strong foundation for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives. Eurofins’ commitment to sustainability begins within our own companies through a shared responsibility to people and the planet. With climate change posing an imminent threat, Eurofins and its many companies recognize their duty to proactively reduce or offset the environmental impact of essential operations while also helping our clients do the same—serving as a true ESG Enabler.Find out more in our career page: https://careers.eurofins.com/ 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 our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and agroscience contract research services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.In over 35 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 61,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of ca. 900 laboratories in 61 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.In 2025, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 7.296 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.Eurofins USA Environment Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.