Part-Time Agriculture Lab Technician

Position Summary

The Part-Time Agriculture Lab Technician supports instructional laboratory activities within the agriculture program by preparing materials, maintaining laboratory equipment, and assisting faculty and students during hands-on learning experiences. This position ensures that laboratory spaces, equipment, and supplies are organized, functional, and safe to support student success in agricultural education and applied learning environments.

Location: Ivy Tech Community College - South Bend

Department: Agriculture / Advanced Manufacturing & Applied Science

Employment Type: Part-Time

Compensation: $15.60-$17.00/hr (Based on experience)

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare laboratory materials, equipment, and supplies for agriculture courses and student activities.
• Maintain and organize laboratory spaces, ensuring compliance with safety procedures and institutional policies.
• Assist instructors with laboratory demonstrations and hands-on instructional activities.
• Monitor and maintain laboratory equipment, tools, and agricultural technology systems.
• Support inventory management including ordering, receiving, and stocking laboratory supplies.
• Assist with greenhouse, field, or agricultural facility maintenance as needed.
• Maintain records related to equipment usage, safety procedures, and laboratory preparation.
• Ensure proper storage, labeling, and disposal of agricultural materials in

accordance with safety standards.

• Provide basic technical support to students working in the lab environment

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to work in indoor laboratory environments and occasional outdoor agricultural settings.
• Ability to stand, bend, and move equipment as needed for laboratory preparation

Schedule

• Part-time position, approximately 27 hours per week, depending on course schedules and program needs.

Additional Information

This position plays an important role in supporting hands-on learning experiences that prepare students for careers in agriculture, agribusiness, and agricultural technology.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Agricultural Technology, or related field OR equivalent industry experience.
• Experience working with agricultural equipment, laboratory tools, or farm systems.
• Ability to maintain a safe and organized laboratory environment.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting laboratory or technical training environments.
• Familiarity with agricultural technologies such as precision agriculture tools, GPS/GIS systems, or data management software.
• Experience with greenhouse operations, crop systems, or agricultural equipment maintenance.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety standards and procedures.

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:

Health & Wellness

• Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses

• Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

Financial & Retirement Benefits

• All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College's Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.