General Lab Technician Assistant

Function The General Science Lab Technician will perform laboratory tasks such as preparation of laboratory supplies, solutions, and equipment for experiments and the care of laboratory equipment and supplies. The science department faculty review work through inspections and by observation of results obtained. This position requires close coordination with both the physical and biological sciences faculty and the General Science Lab Technician. Primary work station is at the Main Campus with the additional work, as needed, on the five KC education centers to include: Salem Education, Greenville Education, Nashville Education, Vandalia Center, and Trenton Education Center. The position is responsible for assessing safety risks in lab classes and will assist faculty to mitigate risks. Responsibilities include an ongoing assessment of safety risks; working with faculty to create, implement, and improve safety protocols and ensuring students follow safety protocols. Organizational Relationships This position reports to the Dean of Arts and Sciences, who reports to the Vice President of Instructional Services, who reports to the President of the College. Position will communicate regularly and work directly with both the physical and biological science department faculty. Qualifications for Position Required: High school diploma or GED. Knowledge of standard laboratory operational procedures and equipment. Ability to learn the practices and procedures associated with hazardous materials. Ability to perform assigned tasks according to prescribed procedures. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, students and fellow employees. Commitment to community college mission and philosophy. Excellent written and verbal communication. Strong organizational, critical thinking and judgement skills. Ability to work in a multi-task environment. Work with entire College community in an effective and positive manner. Preferred: Associates Degree in Science. Minimum of two years work experience in a lab setting. Essential Functions Coordination with the physical and biological science faculty to help maintain safe lab and classroom spaces. Promote an educational environment that recognizes and values diversity, equity, and inclusion as integral components of academic excellence. Assess safety risks in lab classes and ensure students follow safety protocols. Work with faculty to create, implement, and improve safety protocols and training to mitigate risks in labs. Maintain all chemical data sheets for each lab both on campus and at off campus labs. Coordinate with Physical Plant Staff for any removal of hazardous chemicals. Inventory equipment, chemicals, and supplies to ensure sufficient materials are available for labs on campus and at off campus labs. Perform minor maintenance, (cleaning, microscope adjustments, etc.) and repair of equipment, if possible with level of experience needed, under the direction of science faculty. Attend and participate in science faculty committee meetings, as needed. Prepare reports as requested. Other Functions Employee will have daily contact with students and other College employees and will have frequent contact with community. Provide input to the Dean and department faculty in the budget process. Perform other related duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibility Supervise student worker(s) as necessary. Supervisory Controls Employee is required to work independently with a minimum amount of supervision. Consultation as necessary is available with the Dean/Vice President Guidelines Position is expected to follow all Kaskaskia College policies and procedures, along with local, state and federal laws and regulations. Position is also expected to adhere to and promote College core values of compassion, honesty, respect, fairness, and responsibility. Physical Demands and Work Environment Duties will be performed in a classroom and lab setting as well as a business and industry environment. Travel within the College district, as well as occasional overnight travel is required as necessary. Kaskaskia College Human Resources RE: General Lab Technician Assistant IS College Road Centralia, IL - As an AA/EEO employer Kaskaskia College is interested in receiving applications from individuals who would enhance the diversity of the College.