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How much do lab tech assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for lab tech assistant in the United States is $20.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.59 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a lab tech assistant?

Lab Tech Assistants, also known as Laboratory Technician Assistants, support scientists and laboratory technologists by preparing samples, cleaning equipment, and assisting with experiments. They help maintain the lab’s organization and ensure that procedures follow safety and quality standards. Their work is crucial for smooth laboratory operations in medical, research, or industrial settings. Lab Tech Assistants typically handle routine tasks, allowing scientists and lead technicians to focus on more complex analyses.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lab tech assistant?

To thrive as a Lab Tech Assistant, you need a solid understanding of laboratory procedures, basic science knowledge, and typically a high school diploma or associate degree in a science-related field. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, safety protocols, and data management systems is commonly required. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and effective communication help ensure accuracy and teamwork in the lab environment. These skills and qualities are crucial for maintaining reliable lab results and supporting the smooth operation of scientific research or medical testing.

What are some typical challenges faced by lab tech assistants, and how can they be addressed?

Lab Tech Assistants often encounter challenges such as managing multiple tasks simultaneously, maintaining accuracy under time constraints, and adhering to strict safety protocols. Staying organized and developing strong attention to detail are essential for handling these responsibilities efficiently. Effective communication with lab supervisors and team members also helps in clarifying expectations and ensuring smooth workflow. Regular training and familiarizing oneself with lab equipment and procedures can further minimize errors and enhance overall performance.

What is the difference between Lab Tech Assistant vs Medical Laboratory Technician?

AspectLab Tech AssistantMedical Laboratory Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job trainingAssociate degree in medical laboratory technology or related field
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, hospitals, clinicsHospitals, diagnostic labs, healthcare facilities
Job ResponsibilitiesAssist with specimen collection, prepare samples, maintain lab equipmentPerform tests, analyze samples, report results

While both roles support laboratory operations, Medical Laboratory Technicians have more advanced training and perform complex testing, whereas Lab Tech Assistants mainly support sample handling and preparation. Both roles are essential in healthcare settings, but the technician position requires specialized education.

How much does a lab tech assistant earn?

A lab tech assistant typically earns between $30,000 and $45,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and the work environment. Entry-level positions may start lower, while those with certifications or specialized skills can earn higher wages.

Is it hard to become a lab tech assistant?

Becoming a lab tech assistant typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent, along with some post-secondary education or certification in laboratory procedures or related fields. The role involves learning specific skills such as handling lab equipment and following safety protocols, but it generally does not require extensive experience or advanced degrees, making it accessible for entry-level candidates.
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Infographic showing various Lab Tech Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,113 per year, or $20.2 per hour.

HART Lab Tech Assistant (Hourly)

Painesville, OH • On-site

Austin Community College
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 1 - 5K employees

$23/hr

Part-time

Posted 14 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Assist HART Senior Lab Technicians in supporting faculty and students with lab exercises.

  • Inventory tools and supplies, clean the lab area, and repair lab equipment.

  • Support day-to-day instructional operations in the HART lab environment.


Austin Community College rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Job Posting Closing Times: Job postings are removed from advertising at12:00 A.M.on the closing date e.g., at midnight on the day before the closing date.

Austin Community College employees are required to maintain a domicile in the State of Texas while working for the college and throughout the duration of employment. - AR 4.0300.01

If you are a current Austin Community College employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account.

Austin Community College is a public two-year institution that serves a multicultural population of approximately 41,000 credit students each Fall and Spring semester. We embrace our identity as a community college, as reflected in our mission statement. We promote student success and community development by providing affordable access, through traditional and distance learning modes, to higher education and workforce training, including appropriate applied baccalaureate degrees, in our service area.


As a community college committed to our mission, we seek to recruit and retain a workforce that:

  • Values intellectual curiosity and innovative teaching

  • Is attracted by the college's mission to promote equitable access to educational opportunities

  • Cares about student success and collaborates on strategies to facilitate success for populations including; first generation college students, low-income students, and students from underserved communities.

  • Focused on student academic achievement and postgraduate outcomes

  • Welcomes difference and models respectful interaction with others

  • Engages with the community both within and outside of ACC

Job Posting Title:

HART Lab Tech Assistant (Hourly)

Job Description Summary:

You will be responsible for commissioning, troubleshooting, repairing, and starting up HVAC systems and HVAC trainers in the ACC HART lab environment, as well as assisting ACC HART Senior Lab Technicians with all other duties as required to support our students and faculty in day-to-day instructional operations.

Job Description:

Description of Duties and Tasks

  • Provide support to HART Senior Lab technicians in assisting faculty and students in performing and supporting lab exercises.

  • Inventorying tools and supplies.

  • Cleaning up thelab area.

  • Repairing lab equipment.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge

  • Office administration and bookkeeping principles and practices.

  • Knowledge of specialized discipline depending on the area of assignment.

  • Safety principles and practices as it applies to area of assignment.

Skills

  • Effectively using organizational and planning skills.

  • Effectively working with multicultural student body.

  • Maintaining confidentiality of work-related information and materials.

  • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

  • Understanding and following instructions precisely.

  • Handling lab materials precisely and accurately.

  • Maintaining an established work schedule.

  • Effectively using interpersonal and communications skills.

Technology Skills

  • Use a variety of spreadsheet, word processing, database, and presentation software.

  • Use related laboratory software applications.

Special Requirements

  • 1 year certificate in HVAC or currently working towards certification.

  • EPA 608 Universal Certification

  • TDLR Technician Registration

Physical Requirements

  • Work is performed in a variety of settings.

  • Subject to standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling, and at times subject to stooping, crawling, and climbing.

  • May need to lift heavy objects of up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.

  • May be exposed to a variety of temperatures, noise, moving mechanical parts, or chemicals.

  • Specific vision abilities may include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to focus.

Pay Rate

$23.00/hour

Number of Openings:

1

Job Posting Close Date:

September 11, 2026Clery Act

As required by the US Department of Education, employees are required to report violations under Title IX and, under the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), select individuals are required to report crimes. If this position is identified as a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified, trained, and provided resources for reporting.

Austin Community College produces an Annual Security Report as required by the Clery Act. This report includes statistics from the previous three years concerning reported crime that occurred on campus; public property adjacent to and accessible from campus; and in certain non-campus buildings/property owned or controlled by ACC. The report includes institutional policies concerning campus security and other safety information.

For direct access to the current Annual Security Report, visit www.austincc.edu/asr . You may obtain a hard copy by contacting the Clery Compliance Officer ( CleryComplianceOfficer@austincc.edu ). For an overview, see ACC's Clery Act website.

Disclaimer

The above description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. ACC reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or without notice. Employees may be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made by ACC at its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the job.


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