Laboratory Technician

The Job The Department of Public Health (DPH) is recruiting for Laboratory Technicians to support operations in the Public Health Laboratory. Laboratory Technicians perform routine laboratory tests used in the diagnosis and treatment of disease and, under direction, conduct molecular and standardized bacteriological tests on milk products, wastewater, and other environmental samples. Responsibilities include receiving and labeling clinical specimens such as stool, blood, urine, sputum, and animal tissue, as well as environmental samples including food, vector control, and wastewater. Incumbents enter data into the laboratory information system, prepare and process samples according to standardized procedures, and prepare sterile solutions, stains, and slides for examination. Additional duties include performing test procedures on milk products in accordance with state and federal standards, participating in state proficiency programs, conducting molecular tests on wastewater samples to detect pathogens, and maintaining accurate records to support quality control. Laboratory Technicians also assist with corrective action reports related to test quality control failures, set up equipment for specimen examination, and perform preventive maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment with appropriate documentation. Conditions of Employment Work Location: The San Bernardino County Public Health Laboratory is located in Ontario, CA. Candidates must indicate their availability in the supplemental questionnaire. Work Schedule: The position is Monday through Friday 8AM to 5PM with the possibility of call‑back for urgent lab testing. Positions in DPH are designated Disaster Service Workers and may be scheduled to work after‑hours, weekends and holidays to cover emergency response. Working Conditions: Incumbents are routinely exposed to dangerous chemicals and infectious materials. Pre‑Employment Process: Prior to appointment, applicants must pass a background investigation which includes verification of employment history and education, fingerprinting, physical exam, and drug screening. Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require Visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States at the time of employment. Minimum Requirements Option 1 – Education: Thirty (30) semester or forty‑five (45) quarter units of completed college coursework from an accredited college or university, in biology, chemistry, laboratory science, molecular biology; or a closely related field. Option 2 – Certification: Certificate of proficiency in dairy bacteriology and laboratory procedures relating to milk analysis issued by the California State Department of Food and Agriculture. Option 3 – Experience: One (1) year of full‑time equivalent experience receiving, preparing, and processing specimens in a clinical, public health, commercial food or environmental laboratory setting. Desired Qualifications Laboratory work experience in a food, environmental or molecular biology environment is highly desirable. Equal Employment Opportunity San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. #J-18808-Ljbffr