Laboratory Technician Jobs in Washington

Laboratory Technician jobs in Washington are in strong and consistent demand, concentrated in the state's robust healthcare, biotech, and environmental testing sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level to senior and supervisory positions. The largest hiring activity is in Seattle, Spokane, and the Tri-Cities area, where employers like UW Medicine, Providence Health, and Pacific Northwest National Laboratory maintain ongoing laboratory technician needs. The most in-demand specialties in Washington are clinical lab, environmental testing, and pharmaceutical quality control. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles26
Top employerUniversity Of Washington
Top citySeattle, WA
Cities hiring15
Work type100% On-site
Top industryConstruction

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Laboratory Consumables Technician
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Laboratory Consumables Technician
CBRE
Redmond, Washington
Specialized Engineering
Maintenance & Repair
Manufacturing Operations
$17 - $29/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Pulp Process & Environmental Laboratory Technician
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Pulp Process & Environmental Laboratory Technician
Nippon Dynawave Packaging
Longview, Washington
Biotech & Life Sciences
Environmental & Physical Sciences
Environmental Science
Research & Academia
Associate's degree
501-1,000

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Milk Laboratory Technician - Clinical Nutrition
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Milk Laboratory Technician - Clinical Nutrition
Seattle Children's
Seattle, Washington
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Research & Academia
$25.39 - $38.09/hr
Associate's degree
5,001-10,000

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Laboratory Technician - Entry Level
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Laboratory Technician - Entry Level
Mountain Shadow Nursery LLC
Olympia, Washington
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Support
Laboratory Science
$18.25 - $21/hr
High school diploma or GED
11-50

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Medical Laboratory Technician
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Medical Laboratory Technician
Decypher
Tacoma, Washington
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Support
Laboratory Science
201-500

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Laboratory Technician Jobs by City in Washington

Where Washington roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Seattle
9 jobs
Tacoma
3 jobs
Olympia
2 jobs
Chelan
1 job
Bothell
1 job
Edmonds
1 job
Redmond
1 job
Spokane
1 job
Longview
1 job

Laboratory Technician Job Market in Washington

A snapshot from current Washington openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

University Of Washington7 open roles
CBRE1 open role
Decypher1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Investment & Asset Management

What Washington Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in laboratory technician jobs across Washington.

  • Washington State Department of Health clinical laboratory license or recognized certification required
  • Associate or bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science, chemistry, or related field
  • Proficiency with laboratory instrumentation, specimen handling, and quality control procedures
  • Experience with laboratory information systems and accurate data documentation practices
  • ASCP, AMT, or equivalent national certification strongly preferred by Washington employers
  • Ability to follow Washington state safety regulations and institutional biosafety protocols

Laboratory Technician Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a laboratory technician in Washington?

To work as a clinical laboratory technician in Washington, you must obtain a license from the Washington State Department of Health, which requires completing an accredited laboratory science program and passing a qualifying examination such as the ASCP Board of Certification exam. Environmental or industrial laboratory roles do not require state licensure but typically require an associate or bachelor's degree in a science field along with relevant certifications recognized by Washington employers.

How much do laboratory technicians make in Washington?

Laboratory technicians in Washington earn a median of about $60,800 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $45,720 for the lowest 10% to over $79,580 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire laboratory technicians in Washington?

Employers hiring laboratory technicians in Washington right now include University Of Washington, CBRE, and Decypher, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Washington's concentration of large hospital systems, federally funded research institutions, and growing biotech companies in the Seattle corridor creates particularly steady demand for laboratory technicians year-round.

Which Washington cities have the most laboratory technician jobs?

Seattle, Tacoma, and Olympia have the most laboratory technician openings in Washington. Seattle dominates due to its dense hospital networks and biotech sector, while Spokane draws from a regional healthcare hub serving eastern Washington and northern Idaho, and the Tri-Cities area is anchored by the federal research presence at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory and surrounding healthcare providers.

Are there remote laboratory technician jobs in Washington?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of laboratory technician openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on, equipment-dependent nature of most laboratory work. The portions of the role most suited to remote work include data analysis, reporting, regulatory documentation, and quality assurance review for positions with a strong administrative or informatics component.

How can I get hired as a laboratory technician in Washington with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is completing an accredited medical laboratory technician program at a Washington community college, such as Shoreline Community College or Spokane Community College, both of which include clinical externships that often lead directly to job offers. Applying for laboratory assistant or specimen processing roles at UW Medicine, MultiCare Health System, or Providence Health is a common lateral move that builds hands-on experience. Earning your ASCP certification before or immediately after graduation gives you a clear edge over uncertified candidates in Washington's competitive clinical market.

Where can I find and apply to laboratory technician jobs in Washington?

You can find and apply to laboratory technician jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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