Entry-Level Science Lab Technician I - Inventory & Safety

chess; New Mexico; On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Central New Mexico Community College is seeking a Science Laboratory Technician I to provide entry-level lab support, maintain equipment and supplies, conduct experiments, collect data, and ensure lab safety and cleanliness. This position requires regular travel between CNM campuses and is in-person, 40 hours per week.

The role involves preparing materials, assisting faculty during labs, inventory management, safety compliance, and procurement support for various programs.

Qualifications

• Completion of post-secondary coursework in chemistry or equivalent.
• One year of directly related chemistry laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and distributes instructional materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Provides non-instructional support to faculty during laboratory sessions.
• Maintains organization and storage of materials, supplies, and equipment in stock rooms and laboratories.
• Assists with chemical hygiene, waste disposal, and laboratory safety programs.
• Conducts regular inventory audits for consumable supplies, tools, and equipment; maintains accurate inventory reporting documents.
• Manages and reports Program of Study budgets for assigned programs.
• Receives requests for supplies and equipment, researches vendors, obtains quotes, and submits purchase requests.
• Assists with procurement for program Grants, Perkins Grant, Capital Equipment Replacement, and identified Student Fees supplies.
• Tracks and receives orders for requested purchases; coordinates delivery or pick-up with Shipping and Receiving department.
• Serves as Asset Coordinator for program capital assets; conducts annual equipment inventory.
• Conducts annual Chemical Inventory and maintains accurate SDS records in assigned labs.
• Transfers equipment between campuses as needed.
• Ensures availability and proper use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ensures laboratory equipment is properly utilized by faculty and students; performs general equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Employees must comply with safety regulations, procedures, protocols, OSHA standards, and wear personal protective gear if required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education

Post-secondary coursework in chemistry or equivalent

Job description

Central New Mexico Community College is seeking a Science Laboratory Technician I to provide entry-level lab support, maintain equipment and supplies, conduct experiments, collect data, and ensure lab safety and cleanliness. This position requires regular travel between CNM campuses and is in-person, 40 hours per week.

The role involves preparing materials, assisting faculty during labs, inventory management, safety compliance, and procurement support for various programs.