"Instructional Lab Technician (Nursing & Allied Health)"

Basic Functions

FIRST DATE OF REVIEW IS SCHEDULED FOR MARCH 24, 2026

THIS POSITION IS ASSIGNED TO THE NURSING & ALLIED HEALTH DEPARTMENT

THIS POSITION IS FULL-TIME, (12) MONTH, $66,864 ANNUALLY (RANGE 24 OF THE CLASSIFIED SALARY SCHEDULE)

FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) POSITION STATUS IS NON-EXEMPT

The current hours of this position are Monday through Friday 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. with some possible evenings and weekends. Hours of employment are subject to change based on student or departmental needs.

DEFINITION

Under direction, plans, coordinates and performs technical or vocational instructional assistance activities using reinforcement and/or demonstrations in a specialized or technical instructional lab or shop environment; demonstrates and assists students with the safe and proper operation of equipment and tools; troubleshoots and performs routine adjustments, maintenance, and repair on a variety of lab equipment and tools; prepares lab exercises, demonstrations, and teaching aids; prepares and maintains a variety of records related to lab activities, assists students in the technical aspects of lab procedures; and performs related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction from assigned supervisory or management personnel. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This classification is responsible for independently performing duties in support of vocational or technical instructional demonstrations and reinforcement in a lab or shop environment. Positions at this level exercise judgment and initiative in their assigned tasks, receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

Representative Duties

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Management reserves the right to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees with verified medical conditions can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Provides technical and vocational instructional support and reinforcement to students and staff in instructional labs and maintains an environment that is conducive to learning; assists students with lab and/or shop assignments, exercises, experiments, projects, and/or repairs.
• Prepares the lab/shop environment and materials needed for demonstrations, exercises, assignments, and activities to correspond with curriculum and theory; researches and recommends supplemental lab exercises, purchases of supplies, equipment, tools, machinery, and other related materials to maximize instructional benefit.
• Maintains the lab/shop, ensuring a clean and orderly environment; stores, maintains, distributes, and accounts for inventory of equipment, machinery, tools, software, and other related materials.
• Coordinates with instructors to establish supplies and capital equipment outlay budgets; assists instructors in identifying instructional supplies and equipment needs; performs research on equipment prices, prepares requisitions and orders supplies and equipment within budgets and purchasing guidelines; and purchases materials as needed from suppliers or vendors.
• Performs inspections and calibrations on equipment; adjusts and maintains equipment in safe and clean working condition; troubleshoots and performs maintenance on lab equipment, machinery, tools or other related items; contacts appropriate personnel or vendors as needed for trouble-shooting assistance and arranges for equipment repair or replacement; loads, restores, and restarts lab equipment, computers, and programs; performs data or software back-ups according to established procedures.
• Assures proper labeling and identification of contents and hazardous materials; notifies instructor of special handling procedures; disposes of hazardous materials after use according to established procedures.
• Performs a variety of clerical duties; prepares, updates, and stores various student and class records and files, including scores, proctor exams, progress, and attendance; deletes records as directed; updates and assembles lab handouts, brochures, and other related materials; maintains a variety of records and reports related to safety, waste inventory and disposal.
• Orients, demonstrates, and provides instructions to students in the proper operation of lab/shop machinery, tools, and equipment, including computers, related software, and/or other curriculum related materials or equipment.
• Collects, and reports data to anticipate the current and future needs of the instructional lab/shop; prepares and updates lab reports for faculty and administrators.
• Observes and controls behavior of students according to approved procedures, tracks and reports progress regarding student performance, attendance, and behavior.
• Assists in coordinating, scheduling, advertising, directing, and curating events related to the instructional area, as assigned.
• Provides training and work direction to student workers and/or lab tutors, as assigned.
• Works productively and cooperatively with others by demonstrating respect, patience and equitable treatment of all internal and external customers.
• Observes and complies with District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education and Experience

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education: Equivalent to an associate degree with coursework that is relevant to the assigned area of instructional specialty or field of vocational career training.

Experience: Two (2) years of experience performing lab technical support work relevant to the assigned area of instructional specialty or field of vocational career training.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession of a valid California Drivers License, to be maintained throughout employment.
• Possession of a valid license or certification required to perform work in the assigned area of instructional specialty or field of vocational career training, to be maintained throughout employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Office Work - Must possess mobility to work in a standard office and lab setting... (full text abbreviated for brevity, see original)

Field/Shop Work - Must possess mobility to work in the field or shop... (full text abbreviated)

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

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Knowledge and Abilities

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Operational characteristics and the proper and safe use of a variety of tools, equipment, hardware, and software used in the assigned instructional lab/shop.

Ability to:

• Perform advanced and technical instructional reinforcement and demonstrations in an assigned lab/shop environment.

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