Science Lab Technician — Prep, Safety & Equipment Lead

Shasta College; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Shasta College seeks a Laboratory Technician to support science labs, assist faculty with pre-lab setup, and help maintain equipment and safety in multiple lab spaces.

The role ensures proper waste handling, inventory control, and calibration of instruments, while coordinating with students and staff to keep demonstrations and experiments running smoothly in a collaborative campus environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher is required.
• Minimum of one year science lab experience is preferred.
• Current California Driver’s License is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty with pre-lab setup and equipment preparation.
• Assist with post-lab cleanup and lab reorganization.
• Maintain inventory in science stockrooms and perform annual equipment inventory.

Skills

Lab assistance

Inventory management

Instrument calibration

Safety compliance

Vendor communication

Budget tracking

Student supervision

Education

Associate degree or higher

CA Driver's License

Job description

Shasta College seeks a Laboratory Technician to support science labs, assist faculty with pre-lab setup, and help maintain equipment and safety in multiple lab spaces.

The role ensures proper waste handling, inventory control, and calibration of instruments, while coordinating with students and staff to keep demonstrations and experiments running smoothly in a collaborative campus environment.