Engineering Lab Assistant: Safety, Prep & Support

South Texas College

McAllen (TX)

On-site

USD 21,000 - 34,000

Full time

12 days ago
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Job summary

South Texas College, located in McAllen, TX, seeks a Lab Assistant for Engineering to support lab instructors and staff. You will assist with regular labs, prep reagents, and help maintain safety procedures and equipment in accordance with EPA, OSHA, and GHS guidelines.

Candidate should have a high school diploma or GED and science coursework, with strong communication and computer skills to manage records, inventory, and daily tasks in a dynamic lab environment.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED; college science coursework preferred.
  • Knowledge in subject area: engineering or related science coursework with at least a C grade (A preferred).
  • Excellent oral, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and basic internet research.

Responsibilities

  • Assist lab instructors during regularly scheduled labs.
  • Prepare reagents and lab carts for engineering laboratories.
  • Maintain inventory and operation records for the lab.
  • Assist with routine repairs and notify for major maintenance.
  • Maintain safety and security of the laboratory and equipment.
  • Keep lab rooms clean and orderly.
  • Perform clerical functions as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills
MS Office
Physical science knowledge
Lab safety
Regulatory knowledge
Time management
Adaptability
Teamwork
Work flexibility
Commitment to mission
Reading comprehension
Writing
Public speaking
Mathematical aptitude
Data interpretation
Problem solving
Instruction interpretation

Education

High School Diploma or GED
College science coursework

Tools

MS Office
Internet research
Windows

Job description

South Texas College, located in McAllen, TX, seeks a Lab Assistant for Engineering to support lab instructors and staff. You will assist with regular labs, prep reagents, and help maintain safety procedures and equipment in accordance with EPA, OSHA, and GHS guidelines.

Candidate should have a high school diploma or GED and science coursework, with strong communication and computer skills to manage records, inventory, and daily tasks in a dynamic lab environment.

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