Lab Student Assistant & Equipment Technician

Moraine Valley Community College; Palos Hills (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Moraine Valley Community College is seeking a student employee for the Lab position at the Main Campus. The role supports general admin tasks, assists students with individualized academic help, and helps with lab prep and equipment maintenance.

Working hours are schedule-based: Fall/Spring up to 20 hours per week; Summer up to 25 hours. The position requires a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher and confidentiality in handling campus information.

Qualifications

• Effective and clear verbal and written communication.
• Demonstrated critical thinking to solve problems.
• Ability to work in a team and contribute to the department.
• Current technology skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, Email.
• Dependability, time management, and independent work habits.
• Open, inclusive attitude and respect for differences.

Responsibilities

• General administrative duties and assisting students with academic support.
• Answer phones, file, and perform lab prep and maintenance.
• Support safety and equipment handling in the lab.
• Maintain confidentiality and good judgment in daily tasks.
• Assist with basic lab procedures and equipment use.

Skills

Effective communication

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Technology proficiency

Self-management

Cultural inclusion

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Internet

Email

Job description

Moraine Valley Community College is seeking a student employee for the Lab position at the Main Campus. The role supports general admin tasks, assists students with individualized academic help, and helps with lab prep and equipment maintenance.

Working hours are schedule-based: Fall/Spring up to 20 hours per week; Summer up to 25 hours. The position requires a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher and confidentiality in handling campus information.