Technician I

Job Title Technician I Agency Texas A&M University Department Chemistry Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location College Station, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description Here’s a Glimpse of the Job Texas A&M’s Chemistry Department is looking for a Technician I to support the Instructional Laboratory Program by assisting with the planning and supervision of technical operations. The Technician I provides training and oversight for student workers who assist with the preparation and distribution of chemicals and ensures laboratory activities are carried out safely and efficiently. Opportunities to Contribute Maintain and update chemical preparatory manuals, calculate quantities needed for individual experiments and courses, and provide oversight to student workers preparing standardized chemical solutions and mixtures. Coordinate and supervise student workers to ensure teaching laboratories are supplied with basic materials and necessary chemicals and assist in securing laboratory facilities at the end of classes. Maintain inventories of laboratory chemicals and supplies, assist in determining purchasing specifications for teaching laboratories, and ensure proper segregation and identification of chemical containers. Assist with hazardous chemical waste consolidation, labeling, collection, transport, and disposal for instructional and research laboratories, including transporting placarded hazardous materials when required. Work closely with the Technical Laboratory Coordinator and University Safety Officer to ensure compliance with federal, state, and university safety regulations and assist with safety orientation and hazard communication training for student workers. Qualifications High School or equivalent combination of education and experience Two years related work experience A well-qualified candidate for this position will also possess: Bachelor’s degree or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Knowledge of laboratory equipment, scientific apparatus, and computer equipment. Ensure attention to detail. Able to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work non-standard hours Salary Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected candidate’s education and experience. Benefits Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums 12-15 days of annual paid holidays Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas Health and wellness: Free exercise programs and release time Professional development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. #J-18808-Ljbffr