Title:
Laboratory Technician, Chemistry
Job Category:
CSEA
Job Opening Date:
July 15, 2024
Job Closing Date:
August 01, 2024
Location:
Irvine Valley College
Work Location:
Irvine, CA
Department:
Chemistry
Pay Grade, for more information click on this
link:
https://www.socccd.edu/departments/human-resources/contracts-and-salary-schedules
Pay Rate Type:
Monthly
Work Days:
Monday - Friday
Work Hours:
8:00 am - 5:00 pm (Schedule and shift are subject to change in
accordance with department needs)
Hours Per Week:
40
Percentage of Employment:
100%
Months of Employment:
12
Salary:
Starting at $5,003 to $5,526 per month
Required Documents:
Resume and Cover Letter
Job Description:
C.S.E.A. Classified Bargaining Unit Salary Range 122
Must apply by 11:59 pm on 7/31/2024 to be considered for the
position.
Required Document: Resume and Cover Letter
Applications missing the required documents will not be
considered.
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of
the range of duties performed by employees in the class.
Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed
within the job.
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
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 following 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.
1. Ensure all sections of chemistry laboratory classes have
sufficient chemicals and necessary specialized equipment in the
labs prior to start of each class.
2. Prepare 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.
3. Provide assistance to students when they need equipment or
chemicals from the chemistry stockroom.
4. Maintain 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.
5. Make solutions and mixtures of chemicals for chemistry labs;
dispense and label chemicals in vials and test tubes.
6. Monitor 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.
7. Participate 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.
8. Respond to laboratory emergencies including injuries and
chemical spills.
9. Respond to inquiries and requests for information; answer phones
and relay messages for faculty and staff.
10. Perform related duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
The following generally describes the knowledge and ability
required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period
of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.
Knowledge of:
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 rec
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