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Lab Apprentice Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Electrician

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$29.25 - $40.25/hr

This is a computer lab and data center environment with medium voltage power distribution. We are ... Ideal Candidate Completion of a four-year apprenticeship program which has included: AC & DC ...

Electrician

Sunnyvale, CA

$29.25 - $40.25/hr

This is a computer lab and data center environment with medium voltage power distribution. We are ... Ideal Candidate Completion of a four-year apprenticeship program which has included: AC & DC ...

Electrician

Sunnyvale, CA

$29.25 - $40.25/hr

This is a computer lab and data center environment with medium voltage power distribution. We are ... Ideal Candidate Completion of a four-year apprenticeship program which has included: AC & DC ...

Innovative teams at Blue Origin, Rocket Lab, Axiom Space, Firefly Aerospace, and many others depend ... benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Epsilon3 makes hiring decisions based solely on ...

Innovative teams at Blue Origin, Rocket Lab, Axiom Space, Firefly Aerospace, and many others depend ... benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Epsilon3 makes hiring decisions based solely on ...

Innovative teams at Blue Origin, Rocket Lab, Axiom Space, Firefly Aerospace, and many others depend ... benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Epsilon3 makes hiring decisions based solely on ...

General Summary The Apprentice Nondestructive Testing technician assists the Technician or Sr ... Lab. Code § 432.3 of the pay range for this role when being hired into our locations in California.

Level II Radiographer

Bakersfield, CA · On-site

$66K - $93K/yr

Assists the Sr. Technician and instructs the apprentice level personnel on the job. * Studies to ... Lab. Code § 432.3 of the pay range for this role when being hired into our locations in California.

Custodian (Floor Crew)

Bodega Bay, CA · On-site

$22.50 - $34.20/hr

Why join Berkeley Lab? We invest in our employees by offering a total rewards package you can count ... Demonstrated related - qualifications acquired either in a formal apprenticeship or directly ...

Custodian

Bodega Bay, CA

$22.50 - $34.20/hr

Why join Berkeley Lab? We invest in our employees by offering a total rewards package you can count ... Demonstrated related - qualifications acquired either in a formal apprenticeship, or directly ...

Test Engineer 1

San Jose, CA · On-site

$45 - $57.97/hr

Top Skills: - Focus in thermal background with understanding of mechanical. - Testing and lab ... apprenticeship. LanceSoft makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and ...

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How much do lab apprentice jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for lab apprentice in California is $20.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.73 and $21.68 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Lab Apprentice, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Lab Apprentice, you need a basic understanding of laboratory procedures, safety protocols, and typically a high school diploma or relevant coursework in science. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, data entry systems, and basic analytical tools is often required. Attention to detail, strong organizational abilities, and effective communication help you work accurately and collaboratively in a lab environment. These skills are crucial for maintaining safe, reliable, and efficient lab operations while supporting scientific research or testing.

What are some common challenges faced by Lab Apprentices and how can they be effectively managed?

Lab Apprentices often encounter challenges such as learning to handle specialized equipment, adhering strictly to safety protocols, and managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. To succeed, it’s important to ask questions, seek guidance from senior staff, and regularly review safety procedures. Building strong organizational skills and maintaining clear communication with your team will also help you stay on track and develop confidence in your daily responsibilities.

What are lab apprentices?

Lab apprentices are entry-level individuals who work in laboratory settings to gain hands-on experience and training in scientific or technical procedures. They assist senior lab staff with tasks such as preparing samples, maintaining equipment, conducting basic experiments, and recording data. This role is often a stepping stone for those pursuing a career in science, research, or laboratory technology, allowing apprentices to learn essential skills and industry standards directly on the job.
What are the most commonly searched types of Lab jobs in California? The most popular types of Lab jobs in California are:
What cities in California are hiring for Lab Apprentice jobs? Cities in California with the most Lab Apprentice job openings:
Infographic showing various Lab Apprentice job openings in California as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 86% Full Time, and 13% Part Time. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,599 per year, or $20 per hour.
Part-Time Instructor Pool (Noncredit) - Photography Workforce Preparation

Part-Time Instructor Pool (Noncredit) - Photography Workforce Preparation

Santa Barbara City College

Santa Barbara, CA

$73.59/hr

Part-time

Posted 17 days ago


Job description

Part-Time Instructor Pool (Noncredit) - Photography Workforce Preparation at Santa Barbara City College Share on X Print Application Deadline 6/20/2026 11:59 PM Pacific Date Posted 4/21/2026 Contact Deneatrice Lewis Number of Openings 1 Salary Single Rate 73.59 Per Hour Length of Work Year See Job Description Employment Type Part Time About the Employer Santa Barbara City College has created a unique academic culture, which has been recognized with numerous accolades and awards. Most recently, we were honored by philanthropist MacKenzie Scott with a gift of $20 million in recognition of the excellent work that we do involving diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. The college community is also proud of the 2013 Aspen Award for Community College Excellence in, among other things, increased levels of access and success for marginalized and low income students

We highlight to you the profound commitment that the College has to academic excellence, diversity, equity, and inclusion among our faculty, staff, and students. As a community, we believe that diversity comes in many forms. We understand that individuals are multidimensional, shaped by the intersections of a variety of life experiences and factors that create our social identities.

We recognize and challenge the inequities that stem from the complex world in which we live and embrace the many facets of people that make up our wonderful College. Consequently, we seek College employees who will take responsibility for equitable outcomes and successful pathways for our students. We seek new staff and faculty to join our community and walk with us into the future embracing our commitments.

Santa Barbara Community College is an equal opportunity employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, military/veteran status, or because they are perceived to have one or more characteristics or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, consistent with applicable of the foregoing federal and state laws. Reasonable accommodation will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. Job Description / Essential Elements: Print Part-Time Instructor Pool (Noncredit) - Photography Workforce Preparation Salary: $73.59 Hourly Job Type: PT Noncredit Faculty Job Number: 12/2024-NC1 Closing: Location: Wake Campus, CA Department: Career Skills Institute Basic Functions Essential Functions of Position Provide quality instruction, create and maintain an environment which emphasizes teaching and learning and encourages free discussion of ideas, interests and issues

Primary duties of Part-Time Noncredit faculty members are related to curriculum and teaching; the assignment is divided between lecture and lab classes as determined by the department. Part-Time Noncredit faculty are required to be available to students outside of class. The starting noncredit adjunct rate from salary table 25 is $73.59 per hour-Lecture and $55.20 per hour-Lab

If you have an advanced degree, the rate is $76.73 per hour-Lecture and $57.54 per hour-Lab. Education and Experience MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must possess the minimum qualifications for the discipline as approved by the California Community Colleges Board of Governors and defined in the Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges handbook. The minimum qualifications for disciplines on this list are any bachelor's degree or higher and two years of professional experience, or any associate degree and six years of professional experience

Professional experience is required when the applicant possesses a master's degree. The professional experience required must be directly related to the faculty member's teaching assignment.Possession of a full-time, clear California Designated Subjects Adult Education Teaching Credential authorizing instruction in the subject matter OR For courses in an occupation for which the district offers or has offered apprenticeship instruction, the minimum qualifications for noncredit apprenticeship instructors in that occupation, as specified in title 5 section 53413. Possess a combination of education and experience that is at least the equivalent to all of the above

Candidates making an application on the basis of equivalency must submit an Application for Equivalency in addition to all other required material. Evidence of a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, culture, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff. If the title of your degree as stated on your transcripts DOES NOT EXACTLY MATCH one of the degree titles listed in the minimum qualifications listed above, you must request an equivalency review and submit conclusive supporting documents at the time of application.

Those documents include a completed SBCC Equivalency Crosswalk and a narrative synopsis of your educational background justifying equivalency. https://www.sbcc.edu/hr/hiring_guidelines/files/Equivalency%20Instructions.pdf https://get.adobe.com/reader/Preferred QualificationsCurrent or previous experience teaching photographyPrevious teaching experience, particularly with adults from a diverse range of backgrounds Knowledge and Abilities REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS: (The following required documents must be submitted electronically via the online application system.) Online District Application form at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/sbcc Cover letter addressing the applicant's experience and the desirable qualifications listed in this announcement. CV or Resume

Within the online application is a required supplemental question on diversity. The committee will be reviewing your answer as part of the screening process. Please take your time and answer the question thoroughly Copy of an unofficial college/university transcript, which verifies minimum qualifications.

Transcripts must show the degree title and the date the degree was conferred or the degree will not be considered for the purpose of determining if you meet minimum qualifications. If the qualifying degree has yet to be conferred and you expect to have the degree before you begin employment, you must submit transcripts that state the title of the degree you are working toward obtaining and indicate the anticipated completion date in your response to the associated supplemental question provided during the application process. Diplomas will not be accepted in lieu of transcripts.

An official copy of your transcripts will be required upon being hired. Instructors will not be allowed to start working until official transcripts have been received. If claiming equivalency, attach a separate statement in the "Documents Needed To Apply" section entitled "Equivalency" in the online application.

The statement presents the basis for this claim and submit supporting evidence, e.g. transcripts, publications, other documents. https://www.sbcc.edu/hr/hiring_guidelines/files/Equivalency%20Instructions.pdf https://get.adobe.com/reader/ Foreign Transcript: Transcripts issued outside the United States require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from an official USA certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA

This report must be attached to the online application. NOTE: If you have completed coursework at a foreign institution that is not recognized as accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education, you must include a full evaluation of the foreign transcript with your application materials if you wish for us to consider the coursework

To search for institutions that are recognized as accredited by CHEA or the U.S. Department of Education, visit http://www.chea.org/search/search.asp or http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/search.aspx. For a list of recognized organizations providing transcript evaluation services, visit http://www.naces.org/members.htm

Letters of reference are not required for this recruitment. Please do not submit reference letters within your online application. Additional Instructions:If you experience technical difficulties attaching any of your documents electronically, please contact Human Resources for instructions.

If you do not have a scanner, there are commercial facilities available to assist you with this process. All required documents must be submitted with your electronic application by the application deadline or your application will be considered incomplete and will not be considered. Application Procedure: To be considered for this position, a complete online application including all required application documents (listed above) must be submitted via https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/sbccby the application deadline (please see instructions to applicants)

It is important that the online District Application form (Item #1) be complete and specific to fully indicate the education, experience and other qualifications of the applicant. "See Resume" is not acceptable. If you apply for more than one position, copies of all the required documents must be attached separately for each position.

Applications and all documents submitted become the property of SBCC and are retained electronically. Please Note: You will receive a confirmation number when your complete application has been successfully submitted online. Please Note: Santa Barbara City College regrets that applicants cannot be reimbursed for expenses related to the application or interview process, including travel expenses.

Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities: If you are selected for an interview and need special services or facilities to participate in the interview, please contact Human Resources. Reasonable accommodation will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. General Requirements to be submitted Upon Offer of Employment: Satisfactory fingerprint report and a completed tuberculosis risk assessment.

Documentation verifying identity and United States citizenship or authorization that you have the right to work in the United States permanently and do not now or in the future require sponsorship by Santa Barbara City College or other hiring institutions. Official transcripts conferring college degrees indicated on the employment application. To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/7091537 Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc

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