Laboratory Technician

Laboratory Technician Job ID: 322728 Location: Glendale Community College Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Hiring Salary Range $19.17 - $23.99/hourly, DOE Grade 109 Work Schedule Monday, Tuesday, & Thursday - Friday, 9am - 5:30pm Wednesday, 11am - 5 pm (hours may vary depending on business need) Work Calendar 10 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 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 The Lab Technician supports academic laboratory and instructional operations by preparing, maintaining, and servicing laboratory equipment, instructional spaces, supplies, and computer resources. This role assists faculty and students with laboratory setup, demonstrations, learning activities, and testing while ensuring safety procedures are followed. The Lab Technician maintains instructional materials, and inventory, responds to information requests, coordinates equipment repairs and purchasing, provides basic computer troubleshooting for students, and works with internal staff as needed to support effective instruction. Essential Functions Laboratory Operations, Equipment, and Facility Support - 30% Prepare, monitor, maintain, and service laboratory equipment, instructional spaces, supplies, computers, and related resources; coordinate repairs and maintenance services as needed. Instructional and Faculty Support - 20% Assist faculty with laboratory setup, demonstrations, learning activities, testing, and basic operational needs; assist in planning laboratory and instructional work assignments. Safety Monitoring and Compliance - 15% Monitor laboratory environments and ensure adherence to safety procedures in the use of equipment, instructional spaces, and materials. Inventory, Purchasing, and Vendor Research - 15% Maintain supplies inventory and storage areas; assist with purchasing and requisitioning processes; research equipment and supply information and pricing from vendors. Documentation, Records, and Customer Support - 10% Prepare and maintain student paperwork, instructional documents, procedural records, and related documentation; receive and respond to information requests and inquiries. Technology Support and IT Coordination - 10% Provide basic computer hardware and software troubleshooting for students and liaise with internal departments for additional support as needed 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 the 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. Associate's degree in Engineering B. Two years' experience in the engineering field C. Experience in repairing, installing, and receiving equipment and/or materials for courses D. Experience in organizing and preparing training aids and/or instructional materials E. Experience in assisting during lab instructions and responding to student inquiries F. Providing basic troubleshooting for technology and/or engineering equipment G. Experience in maintaining safety standards for the use of equipment in classrooms and/or learning labs H. One (1) year of relevant full-time MCCCD experience during the previous two years Special Working Conditions Work is performed in an indoor student learning lab environment with minimum exposure to hazardous physical conditions (such as mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibration, etc.); and moderate exposure to atmospheric conditions (such as fumes, odors, dust, gases, poor ventilation, etc.) Possession of a valid State of Arizona Class D driver's license is required; must meet minimum standards regarding driving:requirements Travel to campus during interview/selection process will be at candidate's own expense May be required to travel or be assigned to all MCCCD locations May require numerous evenings or weekends May require prolonged periods of viewing a computer screen May be required to lift or carry up to 25 lbs 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 MCCCD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Posting Close Date Open until filled First Review will be on June 9, 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. To apply, visit ?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1000&JobOpeningId=322728&PostingSeq=1 jeid-ce2f50ba8f61a04b81706f35a50d493a