INSTRUCTIONAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN II, (Construction Technology)

San Jose Evergreen Community College District • San Jose, CA

33d • $29 - $36

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY The Instructional Laboratory Technician II, (Construction Technology) reports to the Division Dean of Business and Workforce at San Jose City College. The work schedule is 10 months per year; Monday - Friday; 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The Instructional Laboratory Technician II, (Construction Technology) position is grant funded and contingent upon yearly funding. This position is represented by the California School Employees Association (CSEA), Chapter 363. POSITION PURPOSE Performs support services for a variety of instructional programs in Construction Technology by providing materials, supplies, equipment and related logistical support to lecture, laboratory and other instructional activities; prepares materials, supplies and equipment using special methods and procedures related to the discipline. Responsibilities may include providing technical and functional direction to other instructional Laboratory Technician I positions or student assistants. Direction or general supervision is provided by academic management personnel. Technical and functional work direction may also be provided by instructional or higher level classified personnel.

Requirements

• Basic procedures and practices of maintaining a construction shop tool room and storage area.
• Tools, equipment, materials and supplies which are used in an automotive facility and their proper and safe handling.
• Supply and inventory procedures for the effective maintenance of stock levels.
• Operation and safe use of forklift.
• Modern office practices and procedures including filing and the operation of office equipment including computers.
• Observe safety precautions when using hazardous equipment, materials and supplies.
• Apply language skills to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Write simple correspondence; and effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees or students.
• Apply mathematical skills to calculate numbers, fractions, and decimals; perform mathematical operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
• Utilize reasoning skills to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions and deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Effectively communicate and interact with persons of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Associate's degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; OR six months to one year of related experience and/or training.
• Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License.
• Demonstrated sensitivity, knowledge and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender identity, sexual orientation, cultural, disability, and ethnic background of groups historically underrepresented, and groups who may have experienced discrimination.
• Success integrating diversity as appropriate into the major duties outlined in the job description and in the duties listed in the District's hiring policy; or demonstrated equivalent transferable skills to do so.

Nice To Haves

• For positions that require a degree or coursework: Degree(s) must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Council on Post-Secondary Accreditation and/or the U.S. Department of Education. All degrees and credits earned outside of the United States must have a U.S. evaluation (course by course) of the transcripts and must be submitted with the application. Degrees earned outside of the U.S. without a U.S. credential evaluation attached, will not be considered.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and assure the security of the assigned instructional laboratory and related areas.
• Dispense and retrieve laboratory equipment, tools, materials and reusable supplies.
• Prepare, transport, set up and take down materials and equipment used in instructional laboratory demonstrations.
• Discuss future laboratory activities and scheduled events with instructors; prepare laboratory facilities and assemble supplies.
• Demonstrate to students the proper and safe operation of assigned portable and fixed construction lab equipment.
• Maintain stock levels and inventories of necessary supplies and equipment; reorder, pick up and deliver as authorized.
• Perform basic information activities in determining pricing, availability, and specifications of necessary supplies.
• Obtain and maintain Material Safety Data sheets.
• Ensure safe handling, storage and proper labeling of materials and waste which may include performing any departmental inspections as required by regulatory agencies.
• Clean and maintain bools and equipment and ensure their safekeeping; clean and provide for general maintenance of the laboratory and shop areas at conclusion of scheduled activities; troubleshoot equipment problems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment, calibrate and make minor repairs; report need for major repairs or place service calls as authorized.
• Under direction of instructor, monitor students for proper and safe methods and procedures in laboratory equipment operation and materials handling.
• Perform a variety of miscellaneous office work such as preparing purchase requisitions, answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, photocopying and distributing mails.
• Maintain program related records, files, inventories and reports.
• Perform general information regarding assigned program to participants, potential participants, and other interested parties.
• Order, pick up, deliver, and set up audio-visual equipment needed to conduct laboratory presentations.
• Organize shop instructional materials and equipment.
• May operate forklift as necessary to move materials for instructional use.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• In addition to the salary, this position qualifies for the choice of one of the District's excellent Health Benefits and Welfare plans, which the premium cost is 100% paid by the District for the employee and their eligible dependents, and one health plan costing an estimated $60,000 for the District for fiscal year 2025-2026. We offer two medical plans (Anthem Blue Cross [PPO] and Kaiser Permanente (HMO]); dental (Delta Dental PPO); vision (VSP Choice); life insurance for the employee (The Hartford); life insurance for eligible dependents (The Hartford); a long term disability/income protection plan (The Hartford); and an employee assistance plan (Anthem EAP).
• Employees may also elect to participate in optional plans including purchasing additional life insurance for themselves and their eligible dependent(s); enroll in a medical, transportation, and/or dependent care Flexible Spending Account(s) (with the $4 monthly administrative fee paid by the District); and set pre-taxed dollars aside to supplement their pension in a 403b (tax shelter annuity) and/or a 457 (deferred compensation) plan(s).
• Classified employees also earn 10 to 22 days per year of vacation (based on years of service), and up to 12 sick leave days (pro-rated for less than full-time positions). There are currently 20 paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees