Laboratory Technician

Compensation : $50,000 / year

Compensation Type : Exempt

Employment Type : Regular

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

40

Grade : E02

Department :

Administrative Operations

Position Summary

This position provides technical and instructional support for all Technical Trades programs at Northern New Mexico College. The Technical Trades Lab Technician assists instructors with lab setup, teardown, and demonstrations; ensures safe and efficient operation of tools and equipment; maintains organized and functional lab environments; and helps facilitate hands-on learning experiences for students in compliance with college and industry safety standards. The position reports to the Department Chair of Technical Trades and may occasionally support activities at other NNMC sites or dual credit partner locations.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists instructors in preparing and maintaining technical trades lab environments, including setup and teardown of tools, materials, and lab activities
• Inspects, maintains, and organizes tools, materials, and equipment; ensures safe and proper working conditions at all items
• Reports damaged or malfunctioning equipment and coordinates maintenance or replacement through the Office Manager or Department Chair
• Assists in monitoring lab sessions to promote safe practices, appropriate tool use, and adherence to OSHA and NNMC safety protocols
• Loads, unloads, and transports materials and equipment as needed to support departmental operations
• Maintains accurate inventories of lab tools, consumables, and materials
• Performs cleanup and basic upkeep of lab spaces to ensure readiness for instructional use
• Complies with all college, departmental, and OSHA safety procedures, including the proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Performs all other job-related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS :

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WORK ENVIRONMENT :

Work is normally performed in a technical lab and shop learning environment with exposure to tools, equipment, and construction materials. May occasionally require work outdoors or at partner sites.

Best consideration date : November 23, 2025

APPLICATION PROCEDURE : A complete application must include : 1) a letter of interest, 2) résumé, 3) copies of unofficial transcripts conferring required and / or preferred degree, and 4) names, addresses, and phone numbers of (3) three professional references.

Required application materials should be uploaded to the "Resume Drop Box" of the application.

References will be contacted in conjunction with interviews.

EEO STATEMENT : NNMC is an equal opportunity employer.