Lab Technician, Automotive Technology

Collin County Community College•Allen, TX

43d•$41,600 - $49,920•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for maintaining laboratory equipment and safety requirements. Provide assistance to faculty, staff, and students with complex lab and/or technical classroom support services.

Requirements

Knowledge of Automotive Technology
Knowledge of laboratory tests, experiments, policies, and procedures
Knowledge of hazardous material/waste handling and disposal
Knowledge of laboratory safety practices
Interpersonal and customer service skills to provide effective assistance
Effective oral and written communication skills
Computer and applicable software skills
Audio/visual equipment skills
Organizational and time management skills
Strong analytical skills
Collaborate in a team environment
Ability to identify and resolve lab technical issues in a timely manner
Ability to communicate effectively both written and interpersonal skills
Ability to use a variety of spreadsheet, word processing, database, and presentation software
Ability to use related laboratory software applications
Ability to follow and enforce lab policies, protocols and guidelines established by the department
Ability to maintain an established work schedule
High School Diploma or equivalency certification.
Two (2) years of related work experience.
Valid Texas Driver's License and insurability with the college's insurance carrier.
This position will work evenings and weekends.
Individuals hired for this position may be required to drive a company vehicle. A Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) will be run in conjunction with the background check during the contingent offer stage and annually/bi-annually for the duration of employment at Collin College. Candidates who fail the original background/MVR report or subsequent MVR reports may not be hired and/or terminated based on the results of the report.
This position is Security Sensitive, therefore, candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

Relevant certifications/licenses, preferred.

Responsibilities

Organize, plan, and prioritize laboratory activities for the Automotive Technology area. Maintain laboratory supplies and materials inventory.
Perform clerical duties including operating a computer, maintaining records and files, and compiling data and reports as required; collect and maintain data and records.
Coordinate, operate, and monitor lab facilities and activities. Direct and organize preparation of lab materials, supplies, workstations, equipment, computers, and other media to ensure efficient lab operations.
Adapt and apply laboratory methods, practices, and techniques common to designated area.
Ensure safe laboratory conditions including safe and secure handling and storage of supplies and equipment. Recommend, implement, and maintain safety standards and departmental policies and procedures to comply with federal, state, and local hazardous materials, health and safety hazardous waste regulations, and other applicable regulations with EPA, OSHA, DOT, RCRA, TCEQ and other regulatory agencies and acts.
Initiate purchase requisitions, controls expenditures, prepare cost estimates for budget recommendation and submit justifications and requests for capital outlay items. Prepare specifications and analyze bids for purchases.
Operate, install, maintain, and trouble-shoot laboratory equipment. Set up, configure, and calibrate new equipment. Write instructions and standard operating procedures for equipment operation.
Perform routine maintenance and repair.
Assist faculty, staff, and students with use of lab equipment and facilities.
Perform assigned special projects or assignments based on unique laboratory needs.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Perform all duties and maintain all standards in accordance with college policies, procedures and Core Values.