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Laboratory Technician-Chemistry, Short Term Hourly (Temporary)

Employer
Antelope Valley College
Location
3041 W. Avenue K, Lancaster, CA, CA
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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Community College
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DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, perform specialized and technical duties to assist in the operation and maintenance of a chemistry instructional laboratory; performs other related responsibilities as may be assigned.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

E =indicates essential duties of the position

  • Assists in the operation and maintenance of a chemistry instructional laboratory; perform specialized and technical duties to assure efficient lab operations; prepares solvents and equipment for daily lab activities. (E)
  • Assists teachers and students in the use of a variety of equipment, materials and supplies in the chemistry lab; assures proper chemical reagents, solutions, laboratory supplies, models, equipment and instruments are ready for use. (E)
  • Prepares and issues materials and equipment for student use; provides assistance to students as appropriate, assigned or according to established procedures; maintains records of materials and equipment used by students. (E)
  • Prepare instructional materials and equipment for demonstrations. (E)
  • Maintains chemistry laboratory environment in a safe, clean and orderly condition; maintains related safety, accident and incident records as required; control and maintain hazardous materials produced during lab experiments and arrange for hazardous materials disposal according to established guidelines and procedures. (E)
  • Orders, receives and stores supplies, materials and equipment; maintains inventories. (E)
  • Adjusts, cleans, maintains and performs minor repair to equipment; report major repair needs or arrange for repairs according to established procedures. (E)
  • Prepares and maintains various records and reports related to laboratory operations. (E)
  • Coordinates use of chemistry laboratories ensuring availability of supplies and equipment. (E)
  • Operates a variety of equipment related to the chemistry lab. (E)
  • Handles and stores waste including hazardous materials; processes waste for disposal. (E)
  • Assists instructors with proctoring exams.
  • Provides work direction to student worker.
  • Performs other related duties as may be assigned.
    • MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Any combination equivalent to: associate's degree in chemistry and two years practical experience in chemistry.

    KNOWLEDGE OF:

  • Principles, practices, procedures and equipment of assigned chemistry instructional lab.
  • Safety regulations involving areas 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.
  • Methods and procedures related to the handling, storage, use and disposal of hazardous chemicals.
  • Oral and written communication skills.
  • Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
    • ABILITY TO:

  • Perform specialized and technical duties to assure efficient chemistry lab operations.
  • 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 with little direction.
  • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
  • Meet schedules and timelines.
  • Maintain records and prepare reports.
    • OTHER INFORMATION

    WORK DIRECTION, LEAD AND SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Not applicable – no permanent full-time staff to supervise.


    CONTACTS: Instructors, student worker, students, vendors, other departmental personnel.


    PHYSICAL EFFORT:

    • Dexterity of hands and fingers to set up chemistry lab experiments and operate lab equipment.

    • Lifting and carrying heavy objects.

    • Pulling and pushing carts.

    • Reaching to grasp and move supplies.

    WORKING CONDITIONS:

    • Instructional chemistry lab environment.

    • Exposure to fumes and potentially hazardous chemicals.

    APPLICATION PROCESS
    This position requires the following documents to be attached to your online application in order to be considered:
  • Application
  • Current resume
  • Letter of intent that addresses minimum and desirable qualifications.
  • Scanned copy of official transcripts with required degree(s). Foreign transcripts and degrees require official certification of equivalency to U.S. transcripts and degrees by a certified U.S. review service at the time of application and must identify graduate level coursework.
    • Applications with incomplete information (i.e., statements such as "see resume") or missing documents will not be considered.

    SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
    • Each recruitment is conducted independently from others; therefore, interested parties need to submit separate complete application packages for each position they apply.
    • Applicants may be subject to passing an examination (written/technical), as appropriate to the requirements of the position.
    • Residency within a reasonable geographical area of the college may be necessary.
    • Travel expenses for pre-employment interviews and employment processing will not be authorized.
    • Short Term Hourly (Temporary) Employees and Professional Experts: May work up to 25 hours a week (not to exceed 100 hours per month), total not to exceed 999 hours for a total of 100 days. (Days are counted regardless of the number of hours worked per day).
    VISA
    AVC does not sponsor visas.

    ACCOMMODATIONS
    If you have, any questions or concerns/if you require accommodations for the application process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources Office at (661) 722-6311.

    COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
    Antelope Valley Community College District (AVC) is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success. AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students.

    AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state laws and regulations. To find out more about AVC, please visit our website at avc.edu.
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    Annual Security Report is provided by Antelope Valley College for prospective students and employees. A copy of this report is available at http://www.avc.edu/administration/police

    Organization

    Antelope Valley College is a comprehensive community college in the California Community College System dedicated to providing services to a broad range of students with a variety of educational goals. Antelope Valley College is dedicated to providing educational programs and services as expressed in the California Master Plan for Higher Education. The College is committed to equal educational opportunity and reinforces that commitment through a program of active affirmation of diversity.

    Antelope Valley College is dedicated to meeting the dynamic needs of a changing community. The College addresses the educational needs of a diverse and evolving population. The College recognizes that it is uniquely capable of responding to the requirements of regional business, industry, and public service, as well as the social and cultural needs of the Antelope Valley.
    Antelope Valley College affirms the rights of the individual and respects human dignity. The programs and activities of the College foster the individual's ability to think clearly, critically, and independently to meet the demands of an increasingly complex society. The student is the primary concern of the College. The curriculum, activities, and services of the College help students understand their physical, cultural, ethnic, and social environment. The preservation of academic freedom provides a college environment in which students and faculty can examine ideas freely.

    This philosophy is reflected in the curriculum, the student-faculty relation-ships, the services and resources, and the policies of the College.

    Antelope Valley College, a public institution of higher education, provides a quality,comprehensive education to a diverse population of learners. We are committed to student success offering value and opportunity, in service to our community.

    We offer:

    Associate Degree Programs

    Associate degree programs comprised of general education courses, proficiency requirements, designated courses in a specific major or area of emphasis. Associate degrees provide students with “the ability to think and to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing; to use mathematics; to understand the modes of inquiry of the major disciplines; to be aware of other cultures and times; to achieve insights gained through experience in thinking about ethical problems; and to develop the capacity for self-understanding.”

    Career Technical Programs

    Certificate and degree programs comprised of “essential career technical instruction” in a variety of business, technical, and occupational courses designed to enhance students’ knowledge and skills leading to employment, career advancement, certification, and state or federal licensure. We award both Chancellor’s Office approved Certificates of Achievement and locally approved Certificates of Proficiency.

    Transfer/General Education Courses

    Transfer/general education courses in communication and critical thinking, the physical and biological sciences, arts and humanities, social and behavioral sciences, and technical education. Completion of these courses allows students to fulfill degree requirements or enroll in upper division courses and programs at accredited four-year institutions through our articulation agreements.

    Basic Skills Courses

    Basic skills courses in reading, writing, mathematics, English as a Second Language, and learning and study skills. These courses offer students essential foundation skills that are necessary for success in college-level degree applicable courses.

    Student Support and Instructional Support

    A variety of services in academic, career, and personal counseling, in library instruction and course support, in learning assistance. These services support the needs of students in pursuing and achieving their educational goals.

    Workforce Preparation and Economic Development

    Workforce programs, job preparation courses (non-degree applicable) and a variety of services that contribute to the educational and economic well being of the community.

    Personal Enrichment and Professional Development

    Community service offerings, non-credit, not-for-credit classes and services that develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for students to be effective members of the community. These classes enhance the community’s social, cultural, and economic well being. Non-credit course offerings may lead to a Certificate of Completion and/or Certificate of Competency.

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