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How much do laboratory aide jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for laboratory aide in Spring, TX is $16.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.03 and $17.98 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a laboratory aide?

Laboratory aides are support staff who assist scientists, researchers, or medical professionals in laboratory settings. Their duties often include preparing and cleaning lab equipment, organizing supplies, labeling samples, and sometimes recording data. While they do not usually conduct experiments or analyze results, their work helps ensure that laboratories run smoothly and efficiently. Laboratory aides typically work under the supervision of laboratory technicians, technologists, or scientists.

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

To thrive as a Laboratory Aide, you need a basic understanding of laboratory procedures, good organizational skills, and at least a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, safety protocols, and data entry systems is often required, and some positions may prefer certification in laboratory safety or handling hazardous materials. Attention to detail, reliability, and effective communication are essential soft skills for maintaining accuracy and supporting the lab team. These skills and qualities are important for ensuring safe, efficient, and accurate laboratory operations.

What are some typical challenges laboratory aides face when supporting multiple ongoing experiments?

Laboratory Aides often juggle tasks such as preparing materials, cleaning equipment, and assisting with data collection across several experiments simultaneously. This requires strong organizational skills and attention to detail to avoid cross-contamination and ensure accurate results. Clear communication with scientists and other lab staff is essential to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing schedules, which can sometimes be demanding in a busy lab environment. However, mastering these challenges helps Laboratory Aides build valuable experience and can open up opportunities for advancement to more specialized technical roles.

What is the difference between Laboratory Aide vs Laboratory Technician?

AspectLaboratory AideLaboratory Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalentPost-secondary education, often an associate degree
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, research labsHospitals, research facilities, diagnostic labs
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting with sample collection, preparing specimens, cleaning equipmentPerforming tests, analyzing samples, maintaining lab equipment

Laboratory Aides typically assist with basic tasks and require minimal formal education, while Laboratory Technicians perform more complex testing and usually have specialized training or degrees. Both roles work in similar environments and support laboratory operations, but Laboratory Technicians have a higher level of responsibility and technical skill.

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Infographic showing various Laboratory Aide job openings in Spring, TX as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,274 per year, or $16 per hour.

Direct Care Monitor - 2nd Shift

Gateway Foundation Inc

Humble, TX • On-site

$18/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

Who is Alpharus Health?

Alpharus Health is a national nonprofit behavioral health provider dedicated to helping people build healthier lives. For nearly 60 years, we have provided substance use and mental health treatment that helps individuals, families, and communities find healing, hope, and lasting wellbeing. Our mission is simple: We help people build healthier lives. By combining clinical expertise with a person-centered approach, we help people build the skills, resilience, and support systems needed to create meaningful, lasting change. 

Why join us?

Consider joining our team, where your impact can be truly meaningful. Our organization focuses on delivering high quality clinical services as a recognized leader in evidence-based treatment proven to get results. By joining our team, you'll be working for an organization that values you and aims to be an employer of choice.  You can expect to be part of a vibrant culture that emphasizes teamwork and professional growth. When you join us, you'll discover personal and professional fulfillment by aligning your career with your values.

We are honored to offer behavioral healthcare services in Corrections

Perks of working in correctional healthcare:

  • Opportunity to make a positive impact on a marginalized population
  • Exposure to diverse patient demographics
  • Focus on driving change, tracking progress, and improving care
  • Development of skills in a unique healthcare setting

Location: Atascocita 2310 1/2 Atascocita Rd. Humble, TX 77396

About Our Atascocita Location (Harris County):
Alpharus’s largest facility, Atascocita is a residential correctional center focused solely on substance use treatment for court-ordered clients. With 12 buildings and nearly 500 clients, the facility provides a structured, secure environment without armed guards. Staff work collaboratively in a team of 170, including counselors, probation officers, and support staff. The location is undergoing major renovations to become a state-of-the-art treatment center. We foster a supportive culture with team-building activities, recognition programs, and a strong mission-driven focus on recovery and rehabilitation.

Work Schedule: 1:30 PM - 10:00 PM  5 days per week; may include weekends

Direct Care Monitors are responsible for:

  • Monitors and observes clients, ensures their safety and well-being, and provides motivational support and guidance to assist them in meeting therapeutic goals.
  • Reports client observations and contributes to treatment decisions concerning therapy, discipline, and privileges.
  • Monitors clients in medication self-administration, collects urine samples from clients for laboratory screening and administer breathalyzer to clients for detection of alcohol use.
  • Supports treatment plans by scheduling and coordinating client transportation, assisting in planning client interactive events, and so forth.
  • Provide security for the medical building.

Job Requirements:

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Any and all work experience is encouraged to apply. Experience in corrections, security guard, security officer, home health aide (HHA), direct support professional (DSP), caregiver, or substance abuse counseling is a plus.
  • Must be able to respectfully interact with substance abuse clients and form a working therapeutic alliance
  • Valid driver’s license in state of residence and good driving record required
  • Must be at least 21 years of age
  • Ability to work overtime and occasional weekends

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to walk or move about facilities for up to two hours at a time, to monitor and interact with clients.
  • Ability to speak with others in order to exchange information and provide support.
  • Ability to proofread and check documents and files for accuracy on a regular basis.
  • Ability to respond to telephones and pages, and to hear and detect alarms and unusual noises.

Compensation:

  • $18.00 per hour
  • Shift differential of an additional $.50 per hour while working the hours between 10:00pm-6:00am
  • Alpharus Health conducts annual performance reviews, with merit increase eligibility determined by employee performance and organizational financial performance.  

Benefits at Apharus Health:

Health and Wellness:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
  • Employee wellness program promoting health and fitness and offering cash-saving premiums
  • Employee assistance programs focused on mental health

Financial Wellbeing:

  • 403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer match 
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability and Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by Alpharus
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) 

Flexibility and Time Off:

  • 18 paid time off days per year – accrual rates increase with years of service
  • 9 paid company holidays
  • Work-life-balance

Personal Development:

  • Training & Development Programs
  • Tuition Reimbursement - up to $5,250 per calendar year
  • eLearning access to online courses that provide CEU’s and job-related training
  • Clinical Supervision: Formal and informal guidance

Alpharus Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.

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