Trade and Industry Lab Technician, Electrician

Palm Beach State College • Lake Worth, TX

23d • Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for providing operational support for multiple shop and lab facilities in the department. Performs preventative maintenance for systems, inventory control, material and supplies ordering, and storage and handling of hazardous materials.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree and one year of related experience; OR High school diploma or GED and three years of related experience
• Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications
• Applicable OSHA regulations and safety procedures
• Best practices in trade and industry labs and shops
• Attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing on a regular basis with internal and external customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations and take responsibility for a high level of service
• Valid Florida driver’s license
• Requires travel between campus locations

Nice To Haves

• Minimum two years of related experience in the electrical field
• OSHA certification
• Earned industry-recognized trades credential

Responsibilities

• Controls and disposes of hazardous materials within a lab environment.
• Utilizes technical expertise to identify and purchase appropriate equipment, tools, supplies, and materials for the assigned programs.
• Monitors preventative maintenance schedules for equipment, machines, and facilities.
• Inspects equipment and machinery for safe operation. Reports any observed problems to supervisor.
• Maintains records for performance, out-of-service, and in-service facilities, plants, and equipment.
• Coordinates, installs, repairs, and maintains machinery and equipment, and fabricates metal parts and tools.
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment consistent with equipment recommendations.
• Responds to complex inquiries from all levels of employees or external sources regarding a variety of questions, such as clarification of college or campus policy and procedures.
• Assists with preparing activity and incident reports.
• Acquires knowledge of other staff duties and serves as a backup as necessary.
• Maintains and reviews inventory records. Includes all related reporting.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Potential remote or hybrid opportunities
• Wellness programs, and apps related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more
• Leadership programs, professional learning workshops, and more
• Voluntary 403(b) and 457 plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree