Laboratory Specialist Supervisor - Aviation

Laboratory Specialist Supervisor - Aviation

Job ID: 322499
Location: CGCC - Williams Campus
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

Hiring Salary Range


$20.61 - $26.80/per hour DOE

Grade


111

Work Schedule


Monday - Friday 1:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Work Calendar


12 Months

Maricopa Summary


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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
• 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


Provides support for academic Laboratories( sheet metal, composite to include the hangar) and instructional operation by preparing and maintaining tool room, related equipment , facility space, supplies and other resources used to support, Aviation maintenance, pilot, and Drones peppergrass.

Essential Functions


20% - Assigns, directs, and oversees the daily activities of student workers and temporary staff, providing guidance and support to ensure tasks are completed accurately and efficiently. Monitors performance, offers training as needed, and coordinates workloads to optimize team productivity and maintain smooth laboratory operations.

20% - Prepares, organizes, and maintains all necessary equipment, tools, and materials for AMT, UAS, and AET classes, ensuring that all instructional resources are readily available, properly calibrated, and in good working condition prior to each session. Coordinates with instructors to anticipate needs and adjusts preparations accordingly.


20% - Oversees the inspection, routine maintenance, and repair of all laboratory and hangar equipment, establishing preventative maintenance schedules and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Troubleshoots equipment issues and coordinates with external service providers when specialized repairs are required to minimize downtime.


20% - Manages the procurement and inventory control process for materials and supplies related to aircraft maintenance and laboratory operations. Reviews inventory levels regularly, communicates with vendors to obtain competitive pricing and timely delivery, and initiates purchase orders while adhering to budgetary constraints and institutional policies.


20% - Maintains a clean, organized, and safe environment in the laboratory, tool room, and hangar areas by establishing and enforcing cleaning schedules, monitoring adherence to safety protocols, and conducting regular inspections. Promotes best practices in workplace housekeeping to support operational efficiency and safety compliance.

Minimum Qualifications


Associate's degree from a regionally accredited institution, four years of directly related full-time 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 including two years of lead work or senior level experience.

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. Familiar with aircraft terminology


2. Knowledge of Aircraft support equipment & supplies


3. Ability to move airplanes in the hangar and in and out


4. Reading and interpreting aircraft manuals


5. Airframe and Powerplant certificate


6. Be able to Weld


7. Be able to help design and build up training mock ups

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

**** Experience within other community college systems or higher education institutions is valued and may be considered in addition to MCCCD experience. External candidates are encouraged to apply.

Special Working Conditions


Possession of a valid State of Arizona Class D Driver's License is required

May be required to drive fork lift


May be required to move airplane on and of the airpot

May be required to work at multiple sites or locations


May be required to lift or carry up to 25lbs.

May be exposed to hazardous chemicals


Work outdoors in a variety of temperatures and environmental conditions


Will be required to work in an area of light to heavy noise levels daily

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.

• 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 (must include number of hours worked)
• 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


MCCCD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


Posting Close Date


Apply on or before April 21st, 2026 to be considered.

This job posting has been extended. Apply on or before May 20 , 2026 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.

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