Instructional Assistant III, Chemistry; Lab Assistant

Overview

Chaffey College

Salary: $4,945.00 Monthly

Job Type: Classified Contract

Job Number: 25-26/00094

Location: Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Department: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Academic & Career Community

Closing: 2/10/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Position Description

Under general supervision, prepare and maintain chemical solutions, laboratory equipment, and instructional materials for student use. Ensure laboratories, prep areas, and stockrooms are clean, safe, and properly stocked. Track equipment inventory and oversee equipment checkout. Follow established procedures for the safe handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals. Support faculty, students and student workers in laboratory operations and perform related duties in support of the Chemistry program.

While this assignment is for the Rancho Cucamonga campus, travel to the Chino and Fontana campuses is required.

• CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
• Prepares and disseminates instructional materials and information;
• Checks materials, equipment, and/or tools in and out and maintains the checkout system; explains learning environment and equipment usage to students;
• Maintains and organizes inventories of supplies and equipment used in the instructional program;
• Assists faculty and students in the proper and safe use of learning and lab materials, supplies, and equipment;
• Maintains printed and electronic reference materials and handouts for student use; maintains accurate records;
• Submits work orders for maintenance and repair of equipment and facilities;
• Answers student questions; furnishes program information to inquiries; provides general information as requested and maintains internal department communications;
• Participates in and successfully completes assigned training;
• Assists with contacting vendors regarding software updates, enhancements, licensure, technical problems and requests;
• Provides technical assistance to instructors and students;
• Assists in hiring of student assistants; trains and provides work direction to lab assistants and assists in their duties when needed; may assist with the assignments of hourly support staff;
• Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with students, faculty and staff;
• Promotes an environment of belonging as it relates to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility; and
• Performs related duties as assigned.

• LAB RESPONSIBILITIES
• Coordinates the operation of the stockroom including the preparation of equipment, and materials (as needed by laboratory schedules); coordinates the safe storage, handling, disposal, and recordkeeping of hazardous chemicals, chemical waste, biohazardous materials, and infectious waste;
• Explains the proper and safe use and care of tools and materials; demonstrates proper and safe use of equipment and materials; reminds students to use safety and personal protective equipment; removes unsafe tools and equipment from service;
• Obtains Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and keeps them on file and available as required; maintains equipment labs and prep areas in teaching-ready and clean condition; maintains accurate records;
• Constructs teaching aids, simulators, and other lab items;
• Assists department faculty with maintenance and curation of the department's teaching and museum collections which may include documents, and other materials;
• Performs tool and equipment maintenance and minor repair of equipment;
• Independently organizes and controls workflow;
• Responds to laboratory emergencies including chemical spills and injuries.

• PROGRAM-SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
• Prepares reagents and solutions; distributes chemicals, equipment, and supplies for student use in lab classes;
• Assists faculty and students in the proper and safe use of the lab materials, supplies, and equipment; reviews lab activities to ensure that appropriate safety precautions are used;
• Coordinates the safe storage, handling, disposal, and recordkeeping of hazardous chemicals, chemical waste, biohazardous materials, and infectious waste;
• Coordinates use of student lockers;
• Assists with the operation and maintenance of water purification systems.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Any combination of education, training,…