Laboratory Technician - Williams Campus
 Maricopa Community College district | |
life insurance, paid time off, sick time, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 403(b)
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 United States, Arizona, Chandler | |
 May 02, 2025 | |
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Laboratory Technician - Williams Campus Job ID: 321315 Location: CGCC - Williams Campus Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Hiring Salary Range $18.82 - $23.55/hourly, DOE Grade 109 Work Schedule Williams campus main workplace location: Monday - Friday 9AM - 5:30 PM (with lunch); some evenings and weekends may be required (times could vary), and campus location (between Williams and Pecos) may vary Summer hours: (mid May - mid August) are 4 days of 10 hour shifts/week Work Calendar 12 Months Maricopa Summary 10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities. The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision- creating excellence in education for a better world. We focus on people-not profits. With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we're changing college. We don't just support our community-we help build it. We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact. We believe our employees are our most valuable asset. Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix. Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year. Benefits Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD: Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package: * Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage * Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time * 20 Paid Observed Holidays * Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage * Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions * Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b) * Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents * Annual Professional Development Funding * Flexible Work Schedules Employee Health & Wellness Programs: * District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars * Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter * Virta Diabetes Reversal Program, Support Groups, and Diabetes Empowerment Education Programs * Employee Assistance Program (EAP) * Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services * Mobile On-Site Mammography Screenings * Pre-Retirement Planning Events * Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer) Job Summary Provides support for academic laboratory or instructional facility operations. The Bio Tech organizes, maintains, and prepares laboratory materials and equipment used in laboratory experiments associated with Biology courses. This position is targeted with Biology course setups which include general biology, anatomy and physiology, and microbiology. This position reports directly to the Instructional Services Coordinator Sr. position of the Biological Science department, and receives daily direction and instruction from the Lab Tech Sr. This Lab Tech position supports faculty, staff, and students in multiple course instruction and laboratory experiments. Essential Functions 50% - prepare and setup materials, reagents, chemicals, cultures, microbial media, supplies and equipment used for instruction in various Biology labs. Clean laboratory and properly dispose of lab materials, chemicals, cultures, supplies, equipment and waste products; maintain a safe lab environment by adhering to and implementing environmental, health, and safety (EHS) program and associated standard operating procedures (SOP) and protocols, other applicable laboratory SOP and protocols, and other laboratory equipment manuals. 40% - maintain laboratory equipment and conduct minor basic repairs, perform preventative maintenance activities; maintain inventory of materials and supplies; care for plants, animals, and preserved specimens as needed; interact with faculty and staff to optimize laboratory operations; provide work directions to part-time laboratory technicians. 10% - receive deliveries of supplies, and equipment; other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Associate's Degree from a regionally accredited institution and one year of laboratory experience such as maintaining equipment, facility space, supplies or other resources used for laboratory purposes in area of assignment. OR An equivalent combination of the conferred degree and directly related full-time work experience as described above sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation, may be considered. Desired Qualifications 1. Associate's degree or higher from an accredited institution in a Science field. 2. Experience in a science laboratory such as academic (particularly in a teaching lab) or industrial setting. 3. Experience using computer programs such as Google Workspace or other computer software programs applicable to labs. 4. Experience in care and maintenance of organisms including plants, insects, microbes, etc. 5. Experience with implementing safe practices in a laboratory setting, and/or lab safety training. 6. College credits or other experience in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, and/or Microbiology. Special Working Conditions Work is performed in both the field and in an indoor office environment with moderate exposure to laboratory hazards including physical, chemical, and biological. Physical hazards include but not limited to equipment mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibration, noise, lighting, varying temperatures [heat/cold], ergonomics, material handling etc.; chemical hazards include but not limited atmospheric fumes, odors, dusts, gases, vapors, etc.; biological hazards include human bodily bloods and other fluids, organisms (invertebrates, small vertebrates, and plants), microbial cultures. Moderate exposure to work environment conditions such as interruptive people. May require lifting objects up to 50 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation. May be required to drive to and work at multiple campus locations and work outdoors. How to Apply Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a cover letter that details how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. A cover letter may further highlight an applicant's knowledge, skill and abilities. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application. Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed. Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered. Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information.
Posting Close Date Please apply on or before May 12th, 2025 to ensure consideration within the first review. Additional reviews, if necessary, will be held. Application deadline: Please apply on or before May 27th,2025 to be considered. EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance." The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators. The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act. To apply, visit https://jobs.maricopa.edu/psp/MCPAHPRD/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1000&JobOpeningId=321315&PostingSeq=1 jeid-326943875d1c5a4e9bc78f16bc731ee5 | |