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Laboratory Technician Senior (Physical Sciences)
 Maricopa Community College district | |
life insurance, paid time off, sick time, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 403(b)
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 United States, Arizona, Phoenix | |
 Jan 17, 2026 | |
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Laboratory Technician Senior (Physical Sciences) Job ID: 322202 Location: Paradise Valley Community Coll Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Hourly Rate $19.26 - $25.04/per hour Grade 110 Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; Summer Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm May require occasional evening or weekend work in support of events Work Calendar 12 Months Maricopa Summary 10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities. The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision- creating excellence in education for a better world. We focus on people-not profits. With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we're changing college. We don't just support our community-we help build it. We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact. We believe our employees are our most valuable asset. Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix. Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year. Benefits Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD: Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package:
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Job Summary Paradise Valley Community College is seeking a Laboratory Technician Senior (Physical Sciences) who supports the operations of Physics, Astronomy, Geology, and Engineering laboratories. The Laboratory Technician Senior is responsible for the organization and preparation of complex laboratory equipment and materials for laboratory experiments, primarily in the instructional areas of physical sciences. Additionally, success in this role required assisting with providing student instruction and offering direct assistance to students doing their internships, research, and work study. The Laboratory Technician Senior may collaborate with other science departments and as needed. Essential Functions 40% Analyzes and prepares individual laboratory programs and determines lab set-ups; prepares materials and equipment required for lecture and laboratory classes; organizes and delivers equipment and materials used for lecture and lab activities. 30% Assembles, maintains, and troubleshoots complex lab equipment used for physical science labs and lecture; demonstrates the use of apparatus; learns, tests, installs, and updates software/hardware needed for equipment related to the lab such as Vernier Science Instruments, spectroscopy, telescopes; develops training aids and instructional materials for the equipment; contacts vendors for specific equipment information. 15% Provides work supervision, direction, and/or monitors student workers/interns/ambassadors in the usage and cleaning of laboratory equipment and spaces; provides assistance and consultation for instructors regarding performance of laboratories; adheres to and ensures compliance with applicable policies and safety procedures. 15% Establishes and schedules equipment maintenance and inventory records; purchasing of laboratory materials and consumables; ensures proper chemical and hazardous storage and disposal; other duties commensurate with the grade level of this position. Minimum Qualifications Associate's Degree from a regionally accredited institution and two years of experience such as providing assistance to students in an instructional setting; and/or preparing, maintaining and delivering equipment, supplies or other related instructional materials used for laboratory activities in area of assignment. OR An equivalent combination of the conferred degree and directly related full-time work experience as described above sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation, may be considered. Desired Qualifications 1. Associate's Degree or higher in a Physical Science field (Physics, Astronomy, Engineering, Geology), or a related field. 2. Evidence of two (2) years or more of direct support experience preparing and maintaining instructional laboratory space, equipment, and resources. 3. Demonstrated experience with lab safety protocols, including safe handling, storage, and correct disposal of hazardous chemicals and materials. 4. Demonstrated experience with general science lab procedures and operations, including maintaining, troubleshooting, and cleaning of laboratory equipment. 5. Demonstrated experience using computer applications for tracking, purchasing, and maintaining inventory for lab supplies. 6. Demonstrated experience leading and monitoring the work of others; knowledge of coaching and mentoring. 7. Documented experience creating/writing laboratory preparations and protocols. Special Working Conditions
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How to Apply Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application. The HCM Internal Applicants Quick Reference Guide will provide the steps on how to access the Internal Applicant careers page. Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed. In the cover letter, please specifically and fully address all relevant experience with respect to each of the desired qualifications. Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information. All experience must include the month and year. Documents with the year only will be categorized as incomplete. Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered. Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information.
Additional Requirements Note: A second interview will be conducted in the hiring process. Posting Close Date Open until filled First Review on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 (Applications received by 11:59pm on January 12, 2026) Applications received after the review date may not be screened EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance." The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators. The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act. To apply, visit https://jobs.maricopa.edu/psp/MCPAHPRD/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1000&JobOpeningId=322202&PostingSeq=1 jeid-38c224aa8ce95e48bac1a02679e5189e | |