Laboratory Technician/Ceramics

North Orange County Community College District

Position Number: 2015690P

Location: Fullerton College

Department: FC Fine Arts

Percentage of Employment: 100%

Months of Employment: 12 Months Per Year

Work Schedule: Monday- Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Schedule and shift are subject to change in accordance with department needs.)

Job Description:

Assists in the operation and maintenance of an instructional laboratory or for a technical support service center; performs specialized and technical duties to assure efficient lab operations.

Assists faculty in the use of a variety of equipment, materials and supplies.

Prepares and issues materials and equipment for student use; maintains records of materials and equipment used by students.

Prepares instructional materials and equipment for faculty demonstration and student use as requested, according to approved procedures.

Maintains laboratory environment in a safe, clean and orderly condition.

Orders, receives and stores supplies, materials and equipment; maintains inventories, assures that adequate quantities are available for instructional use.

Troubleshoots, adjusts, maintains and performs minor repairs to equipment; reports major repair needs or arranges for repairs according to established procedures.

Prepares and maintains various records and reports related to laboratory operations and activities as required; operates a variety of equipment related to the specialized area of assignment; performs some clerical duties as required.

Assists in the coordination of exhibits or the use of lab facilities and assures the availability of appropriate supplies and equipment.

Trains and provides work direction to others as directed.

Learns and applies emerging technologies and advances as necessary to perform duties in an efficient, organized, and timely manner.

Participate in District/College efforts to increase the diversity of faculty and staff and to address student achievement gaps; active assistance in the creation of a welcoming and inclusive work and educational environment; attend and participate in diversity, equity and inclusion trainings and events.

Performs related duties as assigned.

In addition to the essential functions, the Laboratory Technician may prepare for and host various public functions, as well as maintain budgets for their assigned department.

Primary Purpose:

This position is responsible for performing specialized and technical duties to assist in the operation and maintenance of an instructional laboratory or a technical support service center.

Working Relationships:

The Laboratory Technician maintains frequent contact with various District personnel; students and outside vendors.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of principles, practices, procedures and equipment of assigned subject area
Knowledge of the proper methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the assigned classroom or laboratory
Knowledge of appropriate safety regulations (OSHA and District) used in the assigned classroom or laboratory
Knowledge of principles and practices of providing work direction and training
Knowledge of record-keeping techniques
Knowledge of District organization, operations, policies and objectives
Knowledge of technical aspects of field of specialty
Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work
Ability to perform specialized and technical duties to assure efficient lab operations
Ability to assure the care of assigned equipment, materials and supplies
Ability to issue and receive equipment and supplies
Ability to work independently and with little direction
Ability to train and provide work direction to others
Ability to assign and review the work of others
Ability to meet schedules and time lines
Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others

Special Requirements:

Coursework must be verifiable on a legible transcript. If selected as a finalist and/or given an offer of employment for this position, you will be required to provide a transcript (may be unofficial). Human Resources will contact the finalist to obtain this required documentation at that phase of the recruitment.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED.

Two years college-level course work in area of specialization and extensive practical experience in area of specialization.

Commitment to diversity. All applicants must have demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff. The applicant must be able to demonstrate how their experience with these factors relates to successfully achieving the goals of the position.

Desirable Qualifications:

Experience with and a technical knowledge of ceramics.
Experience loading, firing, and unloading a variety of gas and electric kilns.
Experience mixing and maintaining glaze materials.
Experience coordinating ceramics firing schedules.
Experience processing scrap clay with a pugmill.
Familiarity with and ability to maintain a high level of organization in a complex environment.
Experience maintaining safe storage, disposal, and recycling practices in a ceramic, sculpture, or other art studio.

Intermediate level computer skills with a working knowledge of standard office applications (email, Word, Excel, etc.).

Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the barriers faced by immigrant and first-generation students.

Prior experience in approaching work and interactions with colleagues and/or students in an equity minded manner. Ability to provide an inclusive and welcoming work/educational environment.

Working Conditions:

Lab environment: subject to exposure to chemicals, hazardous and/or toxic solutions, biohazardous materials, and/or fumes, lifting (up to 50 pounds unassisted), climbing, standing for long periods of time, using electrical tools.

Salary Range: $5,397 - $6,503 Per Month

Number of Vacancies: 1

Posting Number: 2015690P

Open Date: 12/14/2023

Close Date: 1/8/2024

Special Instructions Summary: Work Schedule: District employees can apply for the Flexible/Hybrid Work Program, working a hybrid schedule of remote work and in-person each week. Approval and number of in-person days may vary by position/department. Questions regarding the work schedule may be discussed with Hiring Manager if selected as an interview candidate.

This is a classified position subject to a one-year probationary period. Initial salary placement will be determined by the Office of Human Resources in accordance with Board Policy and is not negotiable. The candidate selected for employment will be required to provide the following: identification and employment eligibility as outlined in the Immigration Reform and Control Act, fingerprints and required medical certification pursuant to statue. NOCCCD will not sponsor any visa applications.

The District may choose to fill one or more positions from this recruitment within six (6) months.

To ensure consistency and fairness to all applicants, please do not submit materials in addition to those requested. Additional materials will not be considered or returned. Be sure to complete all questions and sections of the application. For questions which may not apply, indicate “N/A” (not applicable). Do not use terms such as “see resume” or “see attached”.

The minimum required number of references for this position is three (3) and will be requested at the finalist and/or offer of employment phase of the hiring process.

All applications will be screened under a process of utmost confidentiality by a committee of representatives from the college community. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview.

Minimum Qualifications – Experience: One year of experience is equivalent to 12 months of experience at a maximum of 40 hours per week (full time). Applicable part-time experience will be converted to the full-time equivalent for the sole purpose of meeting the experience minimum qualification (Example: Twelve (12) months of part time work experience is equivalent to six (6) months full time).

Minimum Qualifications – Education: 24 units are equal to one year of education. As applicable, education must be from a regionally accredited institution and verifiable on a legible unofficial transcript.

Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities may be requested by calling (714) 808-4810 at least three business days in advance of the scheduled examination/interview date.

Evaluations of foreign degrees and/or coursework are required. See our website at https://www.nocccd.edu/minimum-qualifications for information regarding evaluation of foreign degrees.

To apply, visit: https://apptrkr.com/4869687

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