Genetics Lab Assistant Jobs in Orlando, FL (NOW HIRING)

We are SGS - the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. 

Our Orlando, FL laboratory is looking for a Lab Waste & Facilities Support Technician to join their team! The Lab Waste & Facilities Support Technician plays a critical role in maintaining a safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible laboratory. In this handson position, you will manage all waste streams-including hazardous materials and client samples-while supporting facility logistics that keep our operations running smoothly. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys active work, takes pride in safety and organization, and wants to grow their skills in environmental compliance, waste operations, and facility support.

Why You'll Love This Role

• You'll be the goto expert for waste and facility logistics in a highly regulated environment.
• You'll gain valuable training and certifications that support longterm career growth in EHS, facilities, or laboratory operations.
• You'll work in a clean, organized, safetydriven environment where your contributions directly protect people and the environment.
• You'll enjoy a role with variety-no two days look exactly the same.

What You'll Do

Environmental Waste Management

• Oversee all laboratory waste streams, ensuring safe, compliant disposal of hazardous and nonhazardous materials.
• Follow established procedures for chemical handling, treatment, storage, and disposal in accordance with OSHA and regulatory standards.
• Collect waste from laboratory departments and prepare materials for proper disposal, adjusting pickups based on operational needs.
• Maintain accurate records of hazardous materials onsite; verify, classify, and label waste for disposal.
• Coordinate waste pickups with approved vendors based on waste category and regulatory requirements.
• Keep the waste management area clean, organized, and inspectionready at all times.

Safety & Compliance

• Conduct daily safety walkthroughs to assess waste needs and identify potential hazards.

• Promote a strong safety culture by following all health and safety procedures and modeling safe work practices.
• Maintain required certifications and ensure renewals are completed on time.

Facilities & Operational Support

• Assist with general facility maintenance tasks as needed to support smooth laboratory operations.
• Support the Sample Management team with kit preparation, shipping/receiving, and sample login during peak periods.
• Communicate proactively with management regarding waste concerns, facility needs, or safety issues.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support overall laboratory operations.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma required.
• Experience with hazardous waste, environmental services, or facility operations preferred.

Skills & Abilities

• Professional, reliable, and safetyfocused work style.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and adapt to changing operational needs.
• Comfortable working in a handson, active environment.

Certifications

• Valid Driver's License required.
• 40hour HAZWOPER certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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