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Position Number: 1579723
Location: Hanford, CA
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

Lab Technician

Salary: $23.47 Hourly
Job Type: Classified - Part-time
Job Number: 5823-c-08/20
Closing: 8/30/2019 11:59 PM Pacific
Location: Hanford, CA
Department: Science
Division:

General Description
Under the supervision of the Dean of the Science Division and the local Provost and with input from professors, the Lab Technician will perform responsible work in the planning of lab set-ups for chemistry, biology, agriculture and other science-related labs; maintain laboratories, stockrooms, instrument rooms; provide work direction and guidance to student assistants.

This position is assigned to the Hanford Campus, Part-Time 20 hours per week, 12-month.

College of the Sequoias Community College District serves a diverse community of learners and is a designated Hispanic Serving Institution. COS provides a wide range of opportunities in transfer, general education, career and technical programs for our students. We are dedicated to recruiting employees who are committed to helping a diverse population of students achieve their educational goals. We seek candidates who exhibit an understanding and commitment to the community college mission, and who have a passion for student success.

Job Duties
Job duties of the Lab Technician include:

Plan lab set-ups for science, agriculture and other classes according to established guidelines.
Prepare or oversee student preparation of chemicals, solutions, unknowns, etc. for each lab procedure, demonstration and lab exam.
Oversee the removal of lab set-ups; clean labs and classrooms; assure proper disposal of chemicals.
Purchase local supplies for labs; calibrate instruments as necessary.
Maintain laboratories, stockrooms and instrument rooms; oversee routine clean-up of assigned areas to assure security, health and safety requirements are met; check all instruments and obtain service if needed.
Assist teachers and students in the use of a variety of equipment, materials and supplies in the instructional setting; provide assistance to students according to instructions by teachers.
Prepare and issue material and equipment for student use; maintain records of materials and equipment used by students.
Maintain current inventory of equipment, audio-visual materials, specimens, supplies and chemicals; oversee and assure security of laboratory equipment and process claims according to established procedures and guidelines; monitor budgets and inform instructors of budget status; communicate with vendors; research and purchase equipment and supplies as assigned.
Perform instructional support duties; develop and implement ideas for new labs; develop audio-visual materials and models for classroom use; set up demonstrations for lectures; test new and used available software for classroom or instructor applications.
Coordinate communications to assure efficient and appropriate operation of labs; assist students with replacement of broken or missing locker items and other necessary items; communicate with College departments and support services; communicate with local schools, medical and chemical labs to borrow or loan supplies or chemicals; contact federal and State agencies to maintain or dispose of hazardous substances; contact others to receive or provide information.
Assist the Dean in implementing the Chemical Hygiene Plan.
Adjust, maintain and perform minor repair to equipment; report major repair needs or arrange for repairs according to established procedures.
Prepare and maintain various records and reports related to laboratory operations and activities as required.
Assist in the coordination of the use of lab facilities, assuring the availability of appropriate supplies and equipment.
Train and provide work direction to student workers and other personnel as assigned; hire, assign and review work.
Operate a variety of equipment related to the specialized area of assignment; prepare solutions for assigned labs.
Maintain the division's website ensuring the information is current and accurate.
Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications (Education & Experience):

Any combination equivalent to:

Two years college-level course work with emphasize in chemistry and/or biology and
Two years practical experience in a college science laboratory.

Working Conditions:
Environment

Science Lab environment
Exposure to volatile compounds

Physical Abilities

Ability to lift up to 10 lbs
Ability to move from site to site
Ability to stand for extended periods of time
Ability to reach and retrieve files
Ability to monitor students during lab activities
Ability to communicate with students and staff
Ability to operate lab equipment

Hazards

Hazardous chemicals, toxic substances, gases and chemical fumes.

Knowledge and Abilities
The hiring committee is seeking evidence of the following:

Knowledge of:

Principles, practices, procedures and equipment of a variety of science labs.
Gas chromatograph and FT-IR in organic chemistry.
Current regulations and laws pertaining to regulated substances and chemical wastes.
Safety regulations involving area of specialty.
Principles and practices of providing work direction and training.
Record-keeping techniques.
Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
District organization, operations, policies and objectives.
Technical aspects of field of specialty.
Oral and written communication skills.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
Proper handling and disposal of hazardous waste and chemicals.
Basic purchasing procedures and budget management.
Proper operation of computer terminals and applicable software.
Basic computer skills.

Ability to:

Plan lab set-ups for inorganic and organic chemistry and physical sciences classes according to established guidelines.
Prepare or oversee student preparation of chemicals, solutions, unknowns, etc. for each lab procedure, demonstration and lab exam.
Operate lab equipment.
Oversee the removal of lab set-ups and return to proper areas or dispose of appropriately.
Provide information and assistance to students and staff.
Assure the care and security of assigned equipment, materials and supplies.
Maintain learning equipment in proper working order.
Issue and receive equipment and supplies.
Plan and organize work.
Understand and follow oral and written directions.
Work independently and with little direction.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Meet schedules and time lines.
Maintain records and prepare reports.
Assign and review the work of others.

Application Procedure
To be considered applicants must submit ALL of the following required material before or by the filing deadline:

An online job application.
Letter of interest, which addresses how the applicant's experience and/or education enables him/her to be able to perform the job duties.
Resume
Unofficial copies of transcripts of all college/university work. Official transcripts required upon employment.

Recruitment Analyst: Keila Reynoso 559-730-3920

Part-time classified employees participate in the CalPERS retirement system.

01 Do you posses two years of college-level course work with emphasize in chemistry and/or biology?

02 Do you have two years of practical experience in a college science laboratory?

03 I acknowledge that I have the read the job flyer and submitted all required documents listed under "Application Procedures." If you are missing any of the following documents, your application will be considered incomplete and will not be forwarded to the hiring committee.

Letter of Interest/Cover Letter
Resume
Unofficial copies of transcripts of all college/university work. Official transcripts required upon employment.

Required Question

To apply, visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cos/jobs/2542224/lab-technician

COLLEGE OF THE SEQUOIAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The College of the Sequoias Community College District is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. It is the District's policy to ensure that all qualified applicants for employment and employees have full and equal access to employment opportunity and are not subject to discrimination in any program or activity of the District on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, gender, color, language, accent, citizenship status, ancestry national origin, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, transgender, parental status, marital status, veteran status, physical or mental disability or medical condition, or on the basis of these perceived characteristics.