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Lab Equipment Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Data Center Lab Technician

Santa Clara, CA

$22.25 - $29.75/hr

Rack and stack servers, networking equipment, and other hardware in the lab, including installing new racks as buildout activity increases. * Assemble, build, and install bench-top development ...

Use of lab equipment (e.g. scales, autoclaves) * Clean glassware, laboratory areas, and utensils * Media preparation * Perform pipetting and serial dilutions * Retrieve samples from various locations ...

Commission and qualify lab equipment and systems. * Maintain lab environments and hardware testing setups. * Collaborate with engineering teams to troubleshoot issues. * Perform hardware rework and ...

Data Center Lab Technician

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$22.25 - $29.50/hr

Key Responsibilities Rack and stack servers, networking equipment, and other hardware in the lab, including installing new racks as buildout activity increases. Assemble, build, and install bench-top ...

Lab Technician

Escondido, CA · On-site

$24 - $27/hr

The technician will work with sensitive laboratory equipment, maintain a clean and organized lab environment, and assist with vital signs, ECGs, and data entry. A successful candidate will be detail ...

The technician will work with sensitive laboratory equipment, maintain a clean and organized lab environment, and assist with vital signs, ECGs, and data entry. A successful candidate will be detail ...

Lab Assistant I

Calabasas Hills, CA · On-site

$13 - $18/hr

Ensure all lab equipment is working properly and perform minor instrumentation maintenance. * Troubleshoot any specimen related issues. * Replenish test bench supplies as needed. * Maintain a clean ...

Lab Technician

Irvine, CA · On-site

$20.50 - $27/hr

... equipment Requirements: - A minimum of X-X years of related experience in the engineering lab environment - Commitment to Quality - Great communication skills with accountability to internal ...

An understanding of lab equipment and lab operations are required. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES * Provides operational and procedural support to ensure projects are executed in accordance with established ...

Lab Assistant I

Calabasas Hills, CA · On-site

$13 - $18/hr

Ensure all lab equipment is working properly and perform minor instrumentation maintenance. * Troubleshoot any specimen related issues. * Replenish test bench supplies as needed. * Maintain a clean ...

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How much do lab equipment jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for lab equipment in California is $24.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $27.50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a lab equipment job?

A Lab Equipment job typically involves managing, maintaining, and repairing laboratory instruments used in scientific research, healthcare, and industrial settings. Responsibilities may include calibrating equipment, troubleshooting technical issues, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Some roles may also involve training staff on proper equipment usage. This job is essential for maintaining the accuracy and reliability of lab experiments and procedures.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone working in lab equipment maintenance or support?

Lab Equipment professionals typically spend their days calibrating, maintaining, and repairing a variety of scientific instruments such as centrifuges, spectrophotometers, and incubators. You'll also be responsible for performing routine inspections, documenting service records, and ensuring that all equipment meets safety and regulatory standards. Collaboration with lab staff is common, as you'll need to provide technical support and training on the proper use of equipment. This role often requires balancing scheduled maintenance with immediate troubleshooting needs, ensuring that laboratory operations run smoothly and efficiently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the lab equipment position, and why are they important?

To excel in a Lab Equipment Technician role, you need a background in laboratory sciences or engineering, knowledge of calibration procedures, and the ability to troubleshoot technical issues. Familiarity with common laboratory instruments, safety protocols, and possibly certifications in equipment maintenance or laboratory technology are valuable. Attention to detail, strong communication, and problem-solving skills help you effectively support lab personnel and address equipment concerns. These competencies ensure equipment reliability, lab safety, and operational efficiency in scientific or industrial settings.

What job categories do people searching Lab Equipment jobs in California look for?

The top searched job categories for Lab Equipment jobs in California are:

Infographic showing various Lab Equipment job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,829 per year, or $24.9 per hour.

GMP Lab Services Tech

SBM Management Services LP

Vacaville, CA • On-site

$22.50 - $23.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 10 hours ago


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Job description

Title:GMP Lab Services TechJob Description:

Job Overview

The GMP Lab Services Tech role will be responsible for adhering to SBM and customer SOP's while helping to ensure a clean lab environment, report any lab or facility fit issues and coordinate with QC and MSAT labs to sanitize glassware, perform steam sterilization and assembly of lab equipment upon request. This individual will operate a combination of systems and equipment such as washers, autoclaves, HMI and OLRT to schedule recipes and perform sanitizing/sterilization. This role is expected to understand and follow SOP's and stay compliant on all training needed to perform responsibilities. This individual will keep assigned areas and equipment clean and in orderly condition and will work successfully with co-workers, customers, contractors and others.

Roles & Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully and safely, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Comply with safety rules, policies and all SOP's relevant to perform responsibilities

  • Perform work assignments in a team with other employees

  • Maintain clean work area and report any facility fit issues in accordance with site policies

  • Coordinate with QC/MSAT lab users for any requests or changes to operations

  • Take direction and respond to supervision

  • Communicate with lead, supervisor, co-workers, managers, and customers in a professional manner

  • Use proper personal protective equipment for all tasks being performed

  • Present a professional appearance and conduct

  • Understand customer service, reporting systems and GMP environment

  • Perform glassware sanitization and steam sterilization while using a combination of systems and equipment (HMI, OLRT, DCS, Washers, Autoclaves, etc.)

  • Perform repetitive tasks in a GMP environment

  • Keep the lab equipment such as washers and autoclaves in orderly condition while communicating with the team lead/supervisor if maintenance is needed

  • Perform weekly and quarterly tests/cleanings on autoclaves as applicable with proper tools

  • Consistently follow all customer and SBM SOP's and procedures

  • Respond to customer requests in a professional manner

  • Schedule and run/load recipes and maintain GMP compliance while documenting data and operating equipment

  • Must be trained and be certified in correct gowning procedures for assigned areas

  • Complete all basic training modules and annual qualification training per SBM and site SOP's

  • Understanding of various chemicals and solutions used and how to identify expiration information

  • Prep labware for sanitization (Removing labels, markings, excess residue)

  • Prep labware for steam sterilization as necessary including adding steam indicator tape, manual wash of equipment and proper labeling

  • Assemble various tubing assemblies and bioreactors in MSAT (Non-GMP) Lab as needed while following safety guidelines and RP's

  • Other duties as assigned

Qualification

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job safely. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Education and/ or Experience

  • High School Diploma / GED with 6 months - 1 year of experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

  • May be required to have a valid driver's license

  • Completed all safety and task training certification

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or listen. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Compensation and Shift:

Monday - Friday: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM,

$22.50-$23.50 per hour

Benefits:

SBM offers comprehensive benefit packages. For information about SBM's benefits, please visit SBM's website at:

www.sbmmanagement.com/careers Careers - SBM

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