Trade and Industry Lab Technician, Electrician

palmbeachstate; Lake Worth (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote or hybrid opportunities

Wellness programs

Professional development

Voluntary retirement investments

Job summary

Palm Beach State College is seeking a Trade and Industry Lab Technician to provide operational support for multiple shop and lab facilities. You will perform preventative maintenance, manage inventory, order materials, and handle hazardous materials in a safe, compliant manner.

The role requires an associate degree or a high school diploma with experience, proficiency with Microsoft Office, OSHA knowledge, and strong attention to detail. Some travel between campus locations is expected.

Qualifications

• Associates degree and 1 year related experience OR HS diploma/GED with 3 years related experience
• Knowledge of MS Office and OSHA regulations
• Best practices in trade and industry labs and shops
• Ability to travel between campus locations

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance for systems, machines, and facilities
• Manage inventory records and ordering of materials
• Dispose of hazardous materials per safety rules
• Inspect equipment for safe operation and report issues
• Maintain records for facilities and equipment
• Coordinate, install, repair and maintain machinery and fabricates metal parts
• Respond to inquiries from staff and external sources on policies
• Back up responsibilities and cross-train with other staff

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

OSHA regulations

Lab safety

Education

Associate’s degree

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Professional

Job description

Join our team!

What We Offer

At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives.

About this role

Responsible for providing operational support for multiple shop and lab facilities in the department. Performs preventative maintenance for systems, inventory control, material and supplies ordering, and storage and handling of hazardous materials.

What a day of a Trade and Industry Lab, Technician looks like:

• Controls and disposes of hazardous materials within a lab environment.

• Utilizes technical expertise to identify and purchase appropriate equipment, tools, supplies, and materials for the assigned programs.

• Monitors preventative maintenance schedules for equipment, machines, and facilities.

• Inspects equipment and machinery for safe operation. Reports any observed problems to supervisor.

• Maintains records for performance, out-of-service, and in-service facilities, plants, and equipment.

• Coordinates, installs, repairs, and maintains machinery and equipment, and fabricates metal parts and tools.

• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment consistent with equipment recommendations.

• Responds to complex inquiries from all levels of employees or external sources regarding a variety of questions, such as clarification of college or campus policy and procedures.

• Assists with preparing activity and incident reports.

• Acquires knowledge of other staff duties and serves as a backup as necessary.

• Maintains and reviews inventory records. Includes all related reporting.

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

We’d love to hear from you if you have the following:

Education and Experience:

• Associate’s degree and one year of related experience; OR High school diploma or GED and three years of related experience

Knowledge of:

• Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications

• Applicable OSHA regulations and safety procedures

• Best practices in trade and industry labs and shops

Skilled in:

• Attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management

Ability to:

• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing on a regular basis with internal and external customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations and take responsibility for a high level of service

Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements:

• Valid Florida driver's license

• Requires travel between campus locations

Preferred, but not a must:

Education and Experience:

• Minimum two years of related experience in the electrical field

Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements:

• OSHA certification

• Earned industry-recognized trades credential

Work Environment and Physical Demand: Frequency

• Lift, carry, push, pull, install or remove objects weighing 20 to 49 pounds - Weekly

• Reach and grasp objects - Daily

• Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl - Daily

• Stand for extended periods of time - Daily

• Use of video display terminal - Daily

• Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills - Daily

• Identify and distinguish colors and shades of color - Daily

• Communicate information orally and in writing - Daily

• Receive and understand information through oral and written communication - Daily

• Work with equipment or perform procedures where carelessness may result in injury - Daily

• Experience exposure to uncomfortable work environment due to extreme temperature, noise level, and other conditions - Daily

• Operate motor vehicle - Weekly

This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in the employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.

The minimum base pay for this position starts at $21.44 hourly; however, the offer may vary based on the candidate’s education and experience.

This position is open until filled with an initial review date of August 24, 2026.

Wait, there is more!

• Culture: Be part of an inclusive, Panther First environment where every role has a purpose and employees have a sense of belonging.

• Panther Perks: Potential remote or hybrid opportunities, wellness programs, and apps related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.

• Professional Development: Leadership programs, professional learning workshops, and more.

• Voluntary Retirement Investments: Voluntary 403(b) and 457 plans.

Application Deadline

This position is open until filled