Specimen Collection Technician
Job Location:
Clackamas, OR - USA
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Job Summary
Full-time Specimen Collection Technician
Key Details
- Pay: $19.73/hour
- Location: You will rotate between our Clackamas and Jubitz (N. PDX) locations
- Schedule: Monday Friday; 8 am 5 pm (with flexibility to work overtime as needed)
- Must be available to work 1-2 Saturday shifts/month 8 am 2 pm
- Benefits: Medical Dental & Vision Insurance Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program Health Savings Account Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Simple IRA w/ Company Match and Professional Development Stipend
Who We Are
Gradient started with the idea that transportation is safer with compliance at its core. Family-owned since 1996 we deliver people goods and materials safely by helping businesses navigate compliance. We believe safer transportation creates a safer world and our mission is to protect both businesses and lives. As industry leaders and stewards of knowledge we support the economy and communities through trusted partnerships.
Our Values
- Never Settle - Theres always a way to improve on today.
- Share Responsibility - Safety only works when everyone does their part.
- Rise Together - We support the safety and success of our staff clients and communities.
What Youll Do
As a Specimen Collection Technician youll collect drug and alcohol specimens from drivers with accuracy care and integrity. This role is about compliance: following procedures treating participants professionally and ensuring smooth site operations. If you pride yourself on accuracy and value public safety impact this job is for you.
In addition to the collection process this role will support business operations through various administrative tasks. Heres what your day may look like:
- Check in donors verify identification explain the collection process and ensure each person is treated with professionalism and discretion
- Conduct collections of urine saliva hair and breath specimens maintaining strict chain-of-custody at every step
- Answer phones schedule appointments and manage front-desk responsibilities between collections
- Process invoices and collect payment for services
- Maintain organized stocked and inspection-ready collection sites at both locations
- Coordinate with the team during high-volume periods and step in where needed
What Were Looking For
No medical background required. Our onboarding program provides all the training you need to step into this role with confidence. You do need to be someone who follows procedure precisely communicates clearly under pressure and understands that the integrity of each collection matters - to the participant the employer and to public safety.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 2 years in customer service or a customer-facing administrative role
- Proficient in Microsoft Office; comfortable learning new software systems
- Valid drivers license vehicle insurance and reliable transportation
- Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen including THC
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Learn more about our mission here.
Gradient is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive workplace for all employees.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
CleanFleet and Glostone have joined forces to become Gradient — offering transportation compliance solutions for FMCSA, USCG, PHMSA, FTA, FAA, and more.
