Laboratory Technician Senior

Laboratory Technician Senior

Job ID: 322727
Location: Mesa Community College
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

Salary Range


$19.26 - $25.04/per hour DOE

Grade


110

Work Schedule


Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; some evenings and weekends may be required

Summer Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm

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.

Campus Statement


Mesa Community College (MCC) is nationally recognized for its excellence in university transfer, career and technical programs, civic engagement, and innovative education. Serving more than 25,500 students annually, MCC offers a range of degree and certificate programs across its two campuses and additional locations. MCC students contribute more than 8,500 hours of community service annually. MCC serves as a key resource for education, workforce development, and lifelong learning. The college enhances student success through Guided Pathways with Integrated Support Services. A Hispanic Serving Institution, nearly 50% of MCC students are first-generation college attendees, and it boasts the largest Indigenous student population among Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) colleges, supporting students from 22 Arizona tribes and additional out-of-state tribes. Our award-winning faculty are committed to helping students achieve their goals through high-quality education, training, and undergraduate research opportunities. Located in the East Valley of Phoenix, Arizona, MCC is one of 10 colleges in MCCCD. Learn more at


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 and Support Groups
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services

• 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


Join our nursing laboratory and simulation team to support student learning through high-quality skills and simulation experiences. This position collaborates with faculty and the simulation team to coordinate, set up, and maintain laboratory and simulation environments. Responsibilities include preparing and managing equipment, supplies, and simulated materials; supporting scheduling and operational workflows; and ensuring functionality of simulation technology, including mannequins and related systems. Under the direction of the Assistant Chair and/or Simulation Coordinator, this role provides essential technical and logistical support for all lab and simulation activities and may be required to participate in simulation scenarios. Position may be required to intermittently provide lab/simulation support at the RM campus. This position does not evaluate student performance or learning outcomes.


Essential Functions


This position includes direct interaction with students in laboratory and simulation environments and provides technical and operational support that facilitates student learning. Responsibilities include assisting students with equipment use, reinforcing faculty-directed activities, and ensuring a safe and functional learning environment.

40% Monitors, maintains, and services laboratory and simulation equipment, technology, facility spaces, supplies, and computers used in instructional settings; ensures safety procedures are followed in all lab and simulation environments; coordinates equipment repairs, preventative maintenance, and vendor services as needed.

20% Supports faculty and students during laboratory and simulation activities by preparing, setting up, and breaking down equipment, supplies, and instructional materials; provides direct, real-time technical assistance to students and faculty, including guidance on the proper use of simulation equipment, mannequins, and lab technology; reinforces faculty-directed skills by assisting with equipment use and lab processes; responds to routine information requests related to lab operations and technology. This position interacts directly with students but does not provide formal instruction of nursing content or evaluate student performance, as these responsibilities are reserved for licensed nursing faculty.

15% Maintains inventory of laboratory and simulation supplies, equipment, and storage areas; monitors usage levels and ensures availability of materials; assists with procurement processes, including researching products, preparing purchase requisitions, and coordinating with vendors.

15% Serves as simulation operator in collaboration with faculty; prepares simulation environments, equipment, and scenarios; assists with simulation delivery, including operation of simulation technology, role participation, props placement, and moulage setup; troubleshoots simulation equipment and ensures functionality during live scenarios.

10% Performs other duties as assigned.


Minimum Qualifications


Associate's Degree from a regionally accredited institution and two years of experience such as providing assistance to students in an instructional setting; and/or preparing, maintaining and delivering equipment, supplies or other related instructional materials used for laboratory activities 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


A. Intermediate to advanced computer proficiency, including the ability to navigate multiple systems simultaneously

B. Experience managing multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment

C. Experience operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining computers, simulation equipment, or related technology

D. Experience supporting or participating in healthcare simulation environments

E. Simulation certification such as Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist (CHSOS) or the ability to obtain

F. Experience with healthcare simulation equipment, computerized mannequins, or clinical skills laboratories.

G. One year of relevant full-time MCCCD experience during the previous two years.

Special Working Conditions

• Standard work schedule varies during the year: August through mid-May: Monday - Friday, 8 hour days; mid-May through the end of July: Monday - Thursday, 10 hour days
• Required to sit for a prolonged period of time; viewing a computer monitor
• May be required to intermittently support the RM campus with lab/simulation needs.
• May be required to travel or be assigned to the RM location
• May be required to lift or carry up to 25 pounds
• Travel to campus during interview/selection process will be at candidate's own expense
• MCC does not sponsor individuals for work visas
  
  

How to Apply


Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. 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.

• Clearly illustrate how prior experience, knowledge and education meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position.
• Indicate whether former or current employment is Full-Time or;
• Part-Time employment, to include Adjunct or Associate Professor (must include number of hours worked, contact hours or load)
• Provide employment history in a month/year format (e.g., 09/07 to 10/11) including job title, job duties, for each position held and name of employer for each position.
• Three professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors. If references are not provided in resume upon application, they will be requested at time of interview.

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Qualified applicants or candidates with disabilities can submit a reasonable accommodation request at any point in the hiring process, and MCCCD's policy is to provide reasonable accommodation unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the ADA Coordinator from the hiring campus location for assistance via email at View email address on click.appcast.io


Applicants who currently work for any of the MCCCD campuses/locations should utilize their HCM Employee Self Service page to apply for jobs by logging in to HCM and clicking on NavBar > Navigator > Self Service > Recruiting > Careers. Click on link for instructions on how to apply.

Applicants who are not currently working for any of the MCCCD locations should apply at
If you encounter a technical issue in the upload of documents or the submission of your application, please contact MCC Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io prior to the application deadline. We are accessible on business days from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Arizona time.

MCCCD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


Posting Close Date


Open until filled

First Review May 20, 2026

Applications received after the review date may not be screened

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.

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