STEM OPT Technician Jobs
Technician roles in labs, engineering firms, and manufacturing plants regularly qualify for STEM OPT because they require applied STEM degrees and draw on hands-on technical training. Your 24-month STEM OPT extension is available as long as your employer is enrolled in E-Verify and your role connects directly to your degree field.
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We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 98,000 employees operate a network of 2,650 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.
Our Dayton, NJ laboratory is looking for a Laboratory Technician to join their General Chemistry lab! The Laboratory Technician prepares and disposes samples with accuracy and precision in accordance to SGS' analytical SOPs. The Laboratory Technician works jointly with analysts to meet daily production targets and ensure hold times and turnaround times are met. The Laboratory Technician understands and applies basic analytical chemistry principles. The Laboratory Technician always follows safe laboratory practices and maintains a safe working environment.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- After appropriate training independently prepares and disposes samples according to SGS’ analytical SOPs.
- Maintain sample archival and disposal per SGS’ analytical SOPs.
- Performs routine operation, maintenance, calibration of laboratory equipment.
- Assists with investigation, and preparation of responses to client inquiries and CARs.
- Maintains Laboratory Notebook where applicable.
- Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Cross training with other departments expected.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate's degree in a Chemistry or similar scientific discipline (Preferred)
- Advanced English language skills (Required)
- Basic reasoning and mathematical skills (Required)
- Basic computer skills (Required)
- Ability to lift/carry/push and/or pull upwards of 25 lbs on a frequent basis (Required)
SALARY
The position has an hourly pay rate of $20/hour
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
If you are applying for a position within the United States and you have difficulty completing the on-line employment application because of a disability, please call 201-508-3149 for assistance and leave a message. You will receive a call back. Please note, this phone number is not for general employment information, but is only for individuals who are experiencing difficulty applying for a position due to a disability.
INTRODUCTION
We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 98,000 employees operate a network of 2,650 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.
Our Dayton, NJ laboratory is looking for a Laboratory Technician to join their General Chemistry lab! The Laboratory Technician prepares and disposes samples with accuracy and precision in accordance to SGS' analytical SOPs. The Laboratory Technician works jointly with analysts to meet daily production targets and ensure hold times and turnaround times are met. The Laboratory Technician understands and applies basic analytical chemistry principles. The Laboratory Technician always follows safe laboratory practices and maintains a safe working environment.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- After appropriate training independently prepares and disposes samples according to SGS’ analytical SOPs.
- Maintain sample archival and disposal per SGS’ analytical SOPs.
- Performs routine operation, maintenance, calibration of laboratory equipment.
- Assists with investigation, and preparation of responses to client inquiries and CARs.
- Maintains Laboratory Notebook where applicable.
- Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Cross training with other departments expected.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate's degree in a Chemistry or similar scientific discipline (Preferred)
- Advanced English language skills (Required)
- Basic reasoning and mathematical skills (Required)
- Basic computer skills (Required)
- Ability to lift/carry/push and/or pull upwards of 25 lbs on a frequent basis (Required)
SALARY
The position has an hourly pay rate of $20/hour
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
If you are applying for a position within the United States and you have difficulty completing the on-line employment application because of a disability, please call 201-508-3149 for assistance and leave a message. You will receive a call back. Please note, this phone number is not for general employment information, but is only for individuals who are experiencing difficulty applying for a position due to a disability.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Technician
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code appears on the STEM Designated Degree Program List published by USCIS. Technician roles often require matching your specific engineering technology or applied science CIP code, not just a broad STEM category.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask hiring managers directly whether the company is enrolled in E-Verify before you sign anything. Employers sometimes confuse I-9 compliance with E-Verify enrollment. You can cross-check by searching the E-Verify employer search tool by company name.
Build your I-983 training plan before your start date
Draft your I-983 training plan with your supervisor during the offer stage, not after you start. Technician training plans must map specific job duties to your STEM degree learning objectives, and a vague plan can trigger a DSO rejection that delays your extension.
Target employers with active DOL LCA filings for technician roles
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by DOL Labor Condition Application filings for technician-category occupations. Companies that have filed LCAs for technical roles are already familiar with work authorization requirements and are more likely to navigate your STEM OPT paperwork correctly.
Research prevailing wage tiers for your technician specialty
Look up the prevailing wage for your specific SOC code using the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating salary. Technician roles span multiple wage tiers depending on specialization, and knowing the DOL benchmark prevents you from accepting offers that could complicate future H-1B sponsorship.
Use O*NET to match your duties to your degree field
Pull your job title's occupation profile from O*NET and document how the listed knowledge areas and tasks map to your STEM coursework. Technician roles sometimes get flagged during STEM OPT review if the connection between job duties and degree field isn't explicitly documented.
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Find Technician JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Do Technician jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Many Technician roles qualify, but it depends on whether your employer is enrolled in E-Verify and whether your degree's CIP code appears on the USCIS STEM Designated Degree Program List. The role itself must also require and directly use your STEM degree. Engineering technician, laboratory technician, and electronics technician positions frequently meet these criteria when the employer can document the connection between the job duties and the applicant's field of study.
What does the I-983 training plan need to include for a Technician role?
Your I-983 must describe specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree, not just a general job description. For Technician positions, that means listing the technical skills, equipment, and procedures you'll be trained on and explaining how each connects to your coursework. Your supervisor signs the plan, your DSO certifies it, and you must submit updates every six months. A vague plan that lists job duties without linking them to educational outcomes is the most common reason STEM OPT extensions are delayed or denied.
How do I confirm a Technician employer is enrolled in E-Verify?
Ask the recruiter or HR contact directly whether the company is enrolled in E-Verify and request confirmation before you accept an offer. You can also search the E-Verify employer search tool by company name to verify enrollment status independently. Some smaller manufacturing or contract labs use I-9 verification but are not E-Verify participants, which disqualifies them as STEM OPT employers regardless of how well the role matches your degree.
What happens to my STEM OPT if my Technician employer loses E-Verify enrollment?
If your employer loses E-Verify enrollment after your STEM OPT extension begins, your work authorization is at risk. USCIS requires that the employer remain enrolled in E-Verify for the full duration of your STEM OPT period. You should notify your DSO immediately, and you may need to find a new qualifying employer and file a new I-765 to maintain lawful status. Staying employed at a non-enrolled employer is a status violation, so act quickly if enrollment lapses.
Where can I find Technician jobs where the employer already understands STEM OPT requirements?
Migrate Mate filters Technician job listings by employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and active DOL Labor Condition Application filings, so you can focus on companies that have already navigated work authorization for STEM graduates. This saves you from discovering mid-offer that an otherwise strong employer can't support your extension. Searching by SOC code for technician-category roles also helps you match positions to your specific STEM degree field for I-983 purposes.
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