Laboratory Technician

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Title: Lab Technician

Location: Dripping Springs, TX - (Trace Analytics - 15768 Hamilton Pool Rd. Austin, TX 78738)

Shift: 8am - 5pm CST some weekend work required, overtime eligible, Full Time Role

About Us

Imagine a company with technology leadership of over 160 years, yet it operates with the energy of a startup. Ingersoll Rand has dedicated itself to Making Life Better for its employees, customers, shareholders, and planets. We produce innovative and mission-critical flow creation and life science technologies – from compressors to precision handling of liquids, gasses, and powers – to increase industrial productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. Supported by over 80 brands, our products are used in various end-markets including life sciences, food and beverage, clean energy, industrial manufacturing, infrastructure, and more. Across the globe, we’re driving growth with an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset. Learn more at irco.com and join us to own your future.

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented, and organized individual to join our team as a Laboratory Technician. The ideal candidate will play a key role in supporting both sample receipt and filter testing operations in a fast-paced, dynamic laboratory environment. This position involves performing precision work with a focus on accuracy, cleanliness, and adherence to laboratory procedures. Whether you’re experienced or seeking an entry-level opportunity, we value candidates with a passion for science and a commitment to excellence.

Responsibilities

• Aseptically handle, store, and manage agar contact plates with varying temperature requirements.
• Execute multi-step incubation processes for colony-forming units (bacteria, yeast, mold).
• Perform microscopic identification of colony-forming units.
• Dispose of biohazardous waste safely and document procedures.
• Conduct 10–20 optical microscopies per day, manually counting particulates on filter membranes.
• Weigh 100–300 customer samples daily using an analytical balance and calculate filter weights via gravimetric analysis.
• Perform daily calibration of laboratory balances.
• Load customer samples onto GC-MS instruments and run calibration procedures.
• Clean and recycle laboratory media for reuse.
• Ensure equipment is calibrated, standardized, and functioning properly.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment by following procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Prepare, review, and improve Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and other documentation.
• Produce accurate customer reports based on test findings.
• Field technical questions from customers and colleagues.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure timely and accurate results.
• Contribute to team success by accomplishing related tasks as needed.
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelors of Science in Microbiology
• High School Diploma or GED
• 2 years of laboratory experience
• 3 years of experience with Computer usage with Microsoft office platform and company applications.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing
  
  

Key Competencies

• Attention to Detail: Ability to perform repetitive precision work and catch errors that may affect results.
• Critical Thinking: Capable of identifying mistakes and providing solutions.
• Multi-Tasking: Skilled at prioritizing and executing simultaneous activities under pressure.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written abilities to interact with customers and teammates effectively.
• Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and willing to take on tasks outside the defined scope.
  
  

Preferences

Technical Familiarity: Knowledge of microscopy, culture media, GC-MS, autoclaves, incubators, ISO 17025, and sterilization techniques is a plus.

Travel & Work Arrangements/Requirements

This position will be based at our site in Dripping Spring, TX no travel.

What We Offer

At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership — taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options like medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings. These benefits are our commitment to you, so you can be your best at work and beyond.

Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR), driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset, is dedicated to helping make life better for our employees, customers and communities. Customers lean on us for our technology-driven excellence in mission-critical flow creation and industrial solutions across 40 respected brands where our products and services excel in the most complex and harsh conditions. Our employees develop customers for life through their daily commitment to expertise, productivity and efficiency. For more information, visit www.IRCO.com.