Laboratory Technician, Chemistry (One or More Positions)
- Employer
- South Orange County Community College District
- Location
- Mission Viejo, CA
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Community College
Job Details
The District offers a comprehensive package of insurance benefits to eligible
employees, which includes medical and dental insurance, a vision-care plan, life
insurance and dependent life coverage, accidental death and dismemberment
coverage, and a long-term disability income-protection plan. All premiums are
fully paid by the District. Mandatory retirement incentive is with California Public
Employees Retirement System (CalPERS).
Under direction from higher level administrative or full-time academic staff, assists in the preparation of materials and demonstrations for chemistry lab instruction; operates and demonstrates use of specialized equipment, supplies, and materials; and maintains the general cleanliness of the chemistry stockroom and laboratories.
Distinguishing Characteristics:Positions in the Lab Technician, Chemistry class are distinguished from the Senior Lab Technician, Chemistry by the level of responsibility assumed. In comparison to the Senior Lab Technician, Chemistry, positions at this level are assigned tasks with limited to no involvement in budget activities and ordering of supplies and equipment. Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned area of responsibility and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.
Representative Duties:The duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of
the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties
from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business
practices. Please see Job Duties for details.
Operational characteristics of laboratory apparatus, equipment, and materials pertaining to chemistry laboratories.
Theories and applications of chemistry.
Principles and practices of chemistry laboratory operations.
Proper methods of storing equipment, materials, chemicals, and supplies used within the chemistry laboratory.
Mathematical principles and scientific concepts.
Methods and techniques used in handling and disposing of hazardous chemicals.
Proper methods of handling and storing equipment, materials, chemicals, and supplies used within the chemistry laboratories.
Principles and procedures of record keeping and filing.
Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
Assist in the preparation of instructional materials and demonstrations for chemistry laboratory instruction.
Correctly and efficiently set up chemistry laboratory equipment and materials used in exercises and experiments.
Operate and demonstrate the proper use of specialized equipment, supplies, and materials.
Provide assistance to students on matters related to chemistry laboratories.
Safely mix and dispense solutions for chemistry lab experiments.
Properly store and dispose of hazardous chemicals and materials.
Operate, understand the mechanical function of, and perform routine maintenance and repairs on laboratory equipment within assigned area.
Maintain the cleanliness of the chemistry stockroom and laboratories.
Interpret and apply department policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures.
Maintain an adequate inventory of materials for chemistry instructional programs.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
Education/Training:Equivalent to two years of college level course work in chemistry or a related field.
Experience:Two years of increasingly responsible chemistry laboratory experience.
License or Certificate: Conditions of Employment:The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Work Environment:Work is performed primarily in a laboratory setting; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, noxious odors, and gases; work with laboratory equipment and apparatus; may work with water. Moderate exposure to risks controlled by safety precautions.
Physical Demands:Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a laboratory setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate laboratory equipment and apparatus requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination; to verbally communicate to exchange information; may require the wearing of safety glasses or goggles, lab coats, rubber or plastic gloves, respirators or face shields.
Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
Additional Position Information: Additional Classification Information: Position Specific Benefits:The District provides California Public Employees Retirement Systems (CalPERS) retirement, sick leave, personal necessity leave, vacation and holiday benefits for part-time bargaining unit employees.
Job Duties Job Duties Duties and ResponsibilitiesEnsure all sections of chemistry laboratory classes have sufficient chemicals and necessary specialized equipment in the labs prior to start of each class.
Job Duties Duties and ResponsibilitiesPrepare for chemistry laboratory demonstrations; set up chemistry laboratory apparatus; assist students in the use of a variety of chemistry laboratory equipment and instruments; ensure student compliance with laboratory policies, procedures, and safety precautions; demonstrate proper care and cleaning procedures for laboratory equipment.
Job Duties Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvide assistance to students when they need equipment or chemicals from the chemistry stockroom.
Job Duties Duties and ResponsibilitiesMaintain a clean and safe learning environment; clean floors, table tops, desks, and furniture; ensure each chemistry lab is adequately supplied with paper towels and soap prior to start of every class; perform routine and minor repairs on chemistry laboratory equipment; maintain, clean, and test equipment.
Job Duties Duties and ResponsibilitiesMake solutions and mixtures of chemicals for chemistry labs; dispense and label chemicals in vials and test tubes.
Job Duties Duties and ResponsibilitiesMonitor and dispose of chemicals and chemical waste; ensure chemical and material wastes from each lab are collected and disposed of in compliance with appropriate safety and environmental regulations; identify, collect, and store unwanted and expired chemicals according to established safety guidelines and procedures.
Job Duties Duties and ResponsibilitiesParticipate in the ordering and maintenance of supplies, materials, and equipment; store, discard, and rotate materials according to standard procedures; receive, assemble, and test new equipment.
Job Duties Duties and ResponsibilitiesRespond to laboratory emergencies including injuries and chemical spills.
Job Duties Duties and ResponsibilitiesRespond to inquiries and requests for information; answer phones and relay messages for faculty and staff.
Job Duties Duties and ResponsibilitiesPerform related duties as required.
Documents Needed for Applying Required Documents- Resume / CV
- Cover Letter
- Letter of Recommendation 1
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Have you obtained education equivalent to two years of college level course work in chemistry or a related field?
- Yes
- No
- * “Have you acquired at least two years of increasingly responsible laboratory experience?”
(Open Ended Question)
Organization
The South Orange County Community College District, founded in 1967, is one of 72 community college districts in California. It is a multi-campus district comprised of Saddleback College in the City of Mission Viejo, Irvine Valley College (IVC) in the City of Irvine, and the Advanced Technology & Education Park (ATEP) in the City of Tustin. With its strong ties to the 25 communities it serves, South Orange County Community College District links higher education to the quality of life and economic vitality of Orange County while helping generations of residents to fulfill their learning aspirations. South Orange County Community College District currently serves over 40,000 students each semester and employs more than 2,500 faculty and staff.
Saddleback College and Irvine Valley College are accredited, offering associate degrees and providing academic major prerequisites that are transferable to four-year colleges and universities. Critical career technical education programs, popular continuing education courses, and exciting cultural opportunities are also available at each campus.
Distinguished faculty from Saddleback College in Mission Viejo and Irvine Valley College in Irvine provide students with rigorous academic classes, as well as state-of-the-art professional, vocational and skills training. Students, ranging in age from teens to retirees, receive cutting edge, “real world” training, making them highly competitive in the job market. For older, retired students, the Emeritus Institutes offers challenging and enriching special interest courses covering a broad spectrum of educational topics. Vibrant Community Education programs provide myriad lifelong learning opportunities for community members of all ages. Our newest campus, the Advanced Technology & Education Park (ATEP), opened in Tustin the Fall of 2007 by offering courses from Saddleback College, Irvine Valley College, and the Center for Applied Competitive Technologies.
Visit one of our campuses today and help us celebrate over 40 years of education and opportunity!
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