Laboratory Technician

Salary Range

Grade

109

Work Schedule

Schedule is based on the operational needs of the department and EMCC.

Work Calendar

12 Months

Maricopa Summary

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About Us

• Many of our campuses have received grant awards through the to improve undergraduate STEM Education: Hispanic-Serving institutions program (HSI Program).
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, equity and employee groups to create an environment of shared governance
• One of the largest community college systems in the country
• 2020 Healthy Arizona Worksites Program recipient
• Named 19th Best Employer for Women by Forbes
• 2019 No. 42 in Arizona’s Best Employers

Benefits

The Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing you with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program that provides the care you and your family need to lead healthy and productive lives. Our benefits are designed to provide support for every life stage and lifestyle in our community.

• 20 paid observed holidays
• ) & 12% Employee Contribution Match (Pension, Long Term Disability, and Health Insurance)
• Paid vacation, sick, and personal time
• Maricopa Employee Store: Perks & Gears (exclusive discounts and offers for Maricopa Community Colleges faculty and staff)
• Annual professional development growth funding
• Tuition reimbursement for employees and dependents
• Flexible work schedules
• Maricopa Employee Health & Wellness Program: Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services Diabetes Empowerment Education Program Mobile On-site Mammography Screenings Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Wondronline program that teaches clinically-proven, healthy habits that lead to less stress, better sleep, weight loss, and more Pre-Retirement Events
• (may forgive the remaining balance on a federal student loan made directly by the Department of Education after qualifying).
• 10+ Maricopa Affinity Resource Employee Groups (Celebrates diversity, embraces inclusion, and supports employees, students, and community!)

Job Summary

Estrella Mountain Community College (EMCC) is hiring a Lab Technician. This position is responsible for the organization and preparation of equipment and materials for laboratory experiments primarily in the instructional areas of physical science which include chemistry, physics, engineering and geology.

Essential Functions

60% - Prepares laboratory programs and determines lab set-ups; prepares materials and equipment required for laboratory classes; sets up, replenishes and breaks down materials and equipment for laboratory experiments; maintains clean lab area; assembles equipment and demonstrates the use of apparatus; assists Instructional Services Coordinator Sr as needed

15% - Learns, tests, installs, and updates software/hardware needed for equipment related to the lab such as probeware, sensors, etc

15% - Maintains, cleans and repairs equipment and checks for proper storage, effective operation and preventative maintenance; maintains the chemical hygiene of the physical science labs; reports or conducts repair requirements; establishes maintenance and inventory records

10% - Assists and/or monitors in the preparation and cleaning of laboratory equipment and laboratories; provides assistance and consultation for instructors regarding performance of laboratories; other duties as assigned commensurate to grade level of position.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's degree from a regionally accredited institution and one (1) year of full-time equivalent laboratory experience such as maintaining equipment, facility space, supplies or other resources used for laboratory purposes.

OR

High school diploma/GED and three (3) years of full-time equivalent laboratory experience such as maintaining equipment, facility space, supplies or other resources used for laboratory purposes.

Desired Qualifications

A. Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, physics, biology, engineering, astronomy or geology.

B. Experience with basic lab safety protocols, including safe handling, storage, and correct disposal of hazardous chemicals and materials.

C. One (1) year of direct support experience in a lab/educational setting.

D. Experience with general science lab procedures and operations, including maintaining, troubleshooting and cleaning of laboratory equipment.

E. Experience with data collection and analysis probeware ( Vernier, Pasco, IR, GC/MS).

Special Working Conditions

Exposure to chemicals, fumes, particulates and organisms that may present health hazards if not handled according to safety protocols are possible.

May require lifting objects up to 50 lbs. with or without a reasonable accommodation.

May be required to work at multiple campus locations and work outdoors.

May be required to do purchasing.

Evening and weekend hours may be required.