About this Trade and Industry Lab Technician role at Palm Beach State College
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What We Offer
At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives.
About this role
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.What a day of a Trade and Industry Lab Technician looks like:
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.
We’d love to hear from you if you have the following:
Education and Experience:
Associate’s degree and one year of related experience; OR High school diploma or GED and three years of related experience
Knowledge of:
Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications
Applicable OSHA regulations and safety procedures
Best practices in trade and industry labs and shops
Skilled in:
Attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management
Ability to:
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.
Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements:
Valid Florida driver’s license
Requires travel between campus locations
Preferred, but not a must:
Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements:
OSHA certification
Earned industry-recognized trades credential
Work Environment and Physical Demand:
Lift, carry, push, pull, install or remove objects weighing 20 to 49 pounds - Weekly
Reach and grasp objects - Daily
Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl - Daily
Stand for extended periods of time - Daily
Use of video display terminal - Daily
Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills - Daily
Identify and distinguish colors and shades of color - Daily
Communicate information orally and in writing - Daily
Receive and understand information through oral and written communication - Daily
Work with equipment or perform procedures where carelessness may result in injury - Daily
Experience exposure to uncomfortable work environment due to extreme temperature, noise level, and other conditions - Daily
Operate motor vehicle - Weekly
This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.
Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in the employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.
The minimum base pay for this position starts at $21.44 hourly; however, the offer may vary based on the candidate’s education and experience.
This position is open until filled with an initial review date of August 5, 2026.
Wait, there is more!
Culture: Be part of an inclusive, Panther First environment where every role has a purpose and employees have a sense of belonging.
Panther Perks: Potential remote or hybrid opportunities, wellness programs, and apps related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
Professional Development: Leadership programs, professional learning workshops, and more.
Voluntary Retirement Investments: Voluntary 403(b) and 457 plans.
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Please review the following information to apply for a position at Palm Beach State College:
Carefully review the minimum qualifications advertised for the available position, as only applicants meeting the minimum requirements will be considered.
Background Check/ Drug Screen may be required based on the specific requirements of the position for which the application is being submitted. Employment is contingent upon passing a drug test and completing a criminal background investigation.
An essential goal of the Office of Human Resources is to respond to all applicants once a selection is made. Please take notice of the position closing date advertised. Whenever positions are filled, the Office of Human Resources responds to all applicants who have submitted applications.
The College conducts its employment activity within the State of Florida except for occasional brief and temporary pre-approved periods related to college travel.
Application Deadline
This position is open until filled
