Part-Time Agriculture Lab Technician

Ivy Tech Community College • South Bend, IN

1d • $16 - $17

About The Position

The Part-Time Agriculture Lab Technician supports instructional laboratory activities within the agriculture program by preparing materials, maintaining laboratory equipment, and assisting faculty and students during hands-on learning experiences. This position ensures that laboratory spaces, equipment, and supplies are organized, functional, and safe to support student success in agricultural education and applied learning environments.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Agricultural Technology, or related field OR equivalent industry experience.
• Experience working with agricultural equipment, laboratory tools, or farm systems.
• Ability to maintain a safe and organized laboratory environment.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting laboratory or technical training environments.
• Familiarity with agricultural technologies such as precision agriculture tools, GPS/GIS systems, or data management software.
• Experience with greenhouse operations, crop systems, or agricultural equipment maintenance.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety standards and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratory materials, equipment, and supplies for agriculture courses and student activities.
• Maintain and organize laboratory spaces, ensuring compliance with safety procedures and institutional policies.
• Assist instructors with laboratory demonstrations and hands-on instructional activities.
• Monitor and maintain laboratory equipment, tools, and agricultural technology systems.
• Support inventory management including ordering, receiving, and stocking laboratory supplies.
• Assist with greenhouse, field, or agricultural facility maintenance as needed.
• Maintain records related to equipment usage, safety procedures, and laboratory preparation.
• Ensure proper storage, labeling, and disposal of agricultural materials in accordance with safety standards.
• Provide basic technical support to students working in the lab environment

Benefits

• Health & Wellness Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
• Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
• All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings
• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees