Full-Time Laboratories Technician, School of STEM (2yrs Lab Exp Reqd)

Full-Time Laboratories Technician, School of STEM (2yrs Lab Exp Reqd)

Job Details

Full-Time Laboratories Technician, School of STEM (2yrs Lab Exp Reqd)

This listing closes on 11/17/2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada).

Employer Ocean County College

Salary

$21.21 - $23.50 Hourly

Location

Main Campus - Toms River, NJ

Job Type Full-Time

Job Number 202301367

Division Academic Affairs

Department School of Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics

Opening Date 11/09/2026

Closing Date 11/17/2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)

Description

• The Position

• This position supports instructors by preparing chemical solutions and supplies, maintaining living and preserved materials, and ensuring lab equipment is ready for use in day time and evening lab sessions for the purpose of complementing classroom instruction, and ensuring all academic laboratories meet the School of STEM's Chemical Hygiene Plan. This position performs specialized duties that assure safe and efficient lab operations; makes sure labs, prep rooms, storage areas, equipment, glassware and science supplies are clean, orderly and functional; and reports lab equipment or supply damage to designated personnel. This position provides support to the School of STEM, Laboratories Coordinator.

• Classification: Non-Affiliated Hourly

• Staff Duration: Full Time 12 months/yr

• What You Will Do

• 1. Assists in the operation and maintenance of an instructional laboratory and related areas; performs specialized duties that assure safe and efficient lab operations; makes sure labs, prep rooms, storage areas, equipment, glassware and science supplies are clean, orderly and functional; and reports lab equipment or supply damage to designated personnel.
• 2. Supports instructors by preparing chemical solutions and supplies, maintaining living and preserved materials, and ensuring lab equipment is ready for use in day time and evening lab sessions for the purpose of complementing classroom instruction.
• 3. Operates a variety of equipment typically found in science laboratories; traces and corrects issues with science equipment, changes batteries as needed in digital thermometers, pH meters and other lab instruments; relocates lab instrumentation weighing up to approximately 50 pounds.
• 4. Reviews instruction manuals of lab instruments and aids instructors regarding the usage of Vernier data acquisition system, multi-meters, pH meters and other laboratory instruments as needed.
• 5. Maintains a safe laboratory environment by assuring: chemicals and biological specimens are handled properly, clean up activities follow established protocols and occur after each lab class, and audits of safety equipment including eyewash, showers, and PPE are conducted in accordance with established timelines; reports any safety issues/concerns to designated personnel.
• 6. Trains and oversees the daily activities of work study students, as assigned.
• 7. Monitors and maintains up to date computerized inventories on Excel spreadsheets; recommends orders for supplies and equipment; stocks shelves with boxes and bins of specimens.
• 8. Follows the Science Department Chemical Hygiene Plan by monitoring all activities within the STEM Labs; provides for proper disposal of waste materials in accordance with regulatory guidelines; maintains laboratory security and recommends improvements.
• 9. Travels to labs off-campus (within Ocean County) to perform inventory, clean-up and maintenance several times per semester.
• 10. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• The Successful Candidate Must Have

• 1. Associate's Degree (or equivalent completion of 60 credits/two years of college level coursework) in chemistry, biology, microbiology, physics or closely related science discipline.
• 2. Two (2) years experience in an academic science laboratory environment (which may include college level student work experience).
• 3. Knowledge of lab safety standards and procedures.
• 4. Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to create professional documents and reports.
• 5. Ability to lift, carry, push, pull up to 50 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodations.
• 6. A valid driver's license and willingness to travel to satellite locations within Ocean County as needed.

• Even Better If You Have

• 1. Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry, or Physics.
• 2. Familiarity with current compliance requirements under 29CFR 1910.1450.

Ocean County College offers the following benefits to full-time Non-Affiliated Hourly Personnel: Personal Time Off:

• OCC offers generous time off every fiscal year. Mid-year appointments will receive a prorated share of allotted time off.
• Vacation: Thirteen (13) Days
• Sick: Twelve (12) Days
• Holidays: Fifteen (15) College Recognized Holidays

Pension Benefits:

• Participation in the New Jersey State Pension System is a requirement of eligible employees. This position is eligible for the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)

Health Benefits:

• Medical: OCC offers its employees several health insurance options through the NJ State Health Benefit Program as a local education employer. Coverage is effective after a 2-month wait period. All employees are required to contribute to the cost of their health benefits under Chapter 78, P.L. 2011.

• Dental: The College offers dental insurance through Horizon Dental with three plan options. All single coverage levels are at no cost to the employee. Coverage is effective the first of the month after a 60-day wait period Flexible Spending Accounts:

• Our generous flexible spending program allows you to deduct pre-tax dollars which can be used for co-pays, deductibles, dental, and dependent care.

• Tuition Reimbursement/Waiver

• OCC offers tuition reimbursement to accredited credit and certificate programs, as well as OCC credit tuition waiver and non-credit course reimbursement for employees and their eligible dependents.

• Ocean County College is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer. Go to: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more information. Employee Assistance Program:

• OCC offers all employees to take advantage of our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health support. This is a free and completely confidential service where EAP counselors provide assessment, support, and if needed referrals to additional services.

• Required Questions

• What subject area is your highest level of education?

• If you have experience in an academic science laboratory environment, briefly explain what you did (1-2 sentences). If you do not have any experience, write N/A.

• This position is a fully in-person position. Are you able to work in person at our location in Toms River, NJ?

• Yes

• No

• Employer

• Ocean County College

• Address

• 1 College Drive

• Toms River, New Jersey, 08754

• Apply

• OnlineApplication