Laboratory Assistant – Applied Technologies – ECM HV-CS-8646

Hudson Valley Community College•City of Troy, NY

About The Position

Hudson Valley Community College is hiring a Laboratory Assistant for its Applied Technologies Department. The position works under the direct supervision of the Department Chair of Applied Technologies and/or a designee, with latitude to exercise independent judgment when carrying out assignments according to defined procedures. The Laboratory Assistant supports the department’s programs by constructing, assembling, maintaining, and repairing laboratory equipment; managing supplies and inventory; assisting students; and maintaining laboratories, storage areas, and records. This is a full-time, 12-month position with a 40-hour work week and an hourly rate of $25.90. The appointment is provisional; the selected candidate must sit for and pass the next available Rensselaer County Civil Service Exam for Laboratory Technician and be eligible for appointment to be considered for permanent status. Candidates must have been legal residents of New York State for at least four months immediately preceding the test date. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents, and employment is contingent on completing a background check.

Requirements

High school graduation or an equivalency diploma and two years of full-time paid experience working in a particular kind of scientific or technical laboratory, or performing skilled services in the related technical occupation or trade.
Alternatively, an associate’s degree in the scientific or technical field indicated in the title from a regionally accredited or New York State-registered college or university, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. lawful permanent resident.
Must have been a legal resident of New York State for at least four months immediately preceding the Civil Service test date.
Must sit for and pass the next available Rensselaer County Civil Service Exam for Laboratory Technician and be eligible for consideration for permanent appointment.
Must successfully complete a background check.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Constructs, assembles, and maintains ECM laboratory equipment.
Orders, maintains, and controls inventory of laboratory supplies, including refrigerants, equipment, supplies, and tools.
Issues laboratory equipment and supplies to students and assists with student services performed by the Applied Technologies Department.
Maintains the cleanliness of laboratories, storage areas, and equipment.
Prepares and maintains related records and reports, including the department’s inventory of equipment and furnishings.
Performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs to laboratory equipment.
Works with Laboratory Assistant colleagues in the Applied Technologies Department to ensure all programs are supplied and maintained.
Performs related tasks as required.