Stockroom Technician (Instructional Support Technician II)

Job No: 558018
Work Type: Staff
Locations: Southern California: San Diego
Categories: Bargaining Unit: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Job Search Category/Discipline: Administrative, Appointment Type: Probationary, Time Basis: Full Time, Workplace Type (Exclude Inst Fac): On-site (work in-person at business location)




Position Summary
The Stockroom Technician plays a vital role in supporting chemistry laboratory instruction by ensuring students and faculty have the materials, equipment, and resources needed for a successful learning experience. Working within a dynamic academic environment, this position provides comprehensive logistical and technical support for upper- and lower-division chemistry laboratory courses. Responsibilities include procuring and preparing supplies, maintaining inventories, managing hazardous waste collection, and supporting laboratory operations. This is an excellent opportunity for an organized, hands-on professional who enjoys working in a scientific setting and contributing to student learning and laboratory excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Procure, prepare, and distribute laboratory materials, supplies, and equipment to support chemistry instructional programs.
• Maintain inventory records, databases, and stockroom operations to ensure materials are available and accurately tracked.
• Collect, store, and manage hazardous waste in accordance with established safety and regulatory requirements.
• Perform basic maintenance, adjustments, and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment and scientific instruments.
• Assist with coordinating laboratory logistics and supporting graduate teaching assistants involved in laboratory instruction.

Why Join Us?

• Support hands-on science education and student success in a laboratory-focused environment.
• Work closely with faculty, teaching assistants, and students in a collaborative academic setting.
• Apply technical, organizational, and problem-solving skills in meaningful ways.
• Gain experience with laboratory operations, inventory management, and safety compliance.
• Join a team committed to scientific excellence, safety, and high-quality instruction.

Position Information

• This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, permanent/probationary position.
• This position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation.
• Standard SDSU work hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.
• The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.

As part of the California State University (CSU) system, San Diego State University helps power one of the largest and most impactful public university systems in the nation. See what it's like to work at the CSU-watch our video and imagine your future here: Working at the CSU.

Department Summary
This position is within the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry.  The department has 20 Tenured/Tenured Track Faculty, 1.5 FTE lecturers, over 40 teaching associates, 7 full time technical staff and 2 administrative staff.  The department provides B.A., B.S., MA, MS and Ph.D. degrees in Chemistry and Biochemistry.  The department offers a comprehensive undergraduate research program in which almost all undergraduates participate, an MS degree which is a true research degree with thesis, and a Ph.D. through a Joint Doctoral Program, which combines the resources of the chemistry departments of SDSU and UC-San Diego.  Our on-campus facilities provide a substantial inventory of modern chemical instrumentation and computer equipment in a modern laboratory building.  Additional resources are available through collaborations with faculty at nearby institutions and with the extensive local chemical industry.

For more information regarding the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, click here.

Education and Experience
Equivalent to three years of experience providing instructional support services for a related unit or discipline, or in producing materials or supplies or repairing equipment in a discipline related to specialty area to which assigned.

OR

Equivalent to two years of college with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplies, or equipment and in a discipline related to the area to which assigned may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

OR

Equivalent to four years of college with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplies, or equipment and in a discipline related to the specialty area to which assigned may be substituted for two years of the required experience.

Key Qualifications

• Knowledge of the principles and methods related to performing support services.
• Knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques related to the discipline and the curriculum.
• Knowledge of the materials and supplies in the curriculum and the curriculum and their uses.
• Ability to plan, organize, and schedule activities; ability to operate technical equipment related to the discipline.
• Ability to maintain records.
• Ability to adjust and perform simple maintenance of technical and scientific equipment.

Compensation and Benefits
San Diego State University offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth.

Compensation:
Step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience, in alignment with the department's budget and equity guidelines.

• Initial step placement is not expected to exceed Step 1 ($4,595).
• Salary step placement for internal applicants will follow the CSUEU Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,595 - $6,694 per month (Step 1 - Step 20).
• Future increases, including step advancements, are subject to contract negotiations.

Full Benefits Package Includes:

• Generous Time Off: 15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Retirement: CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the UC.
• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost.
• Education Support: CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents.
• Optional Offerings: FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet plans.
• Campus & Community: Access to the library, campus events, employee groups, and volunteer and social activities.

Our benefits are a significant part of total compensation. Learn more at the SDSU Benefits Overview.

SDSU Values
At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community.  Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment.  We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion.

Principles of Community

At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs, and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university. 

SDSU's Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another. 

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment
All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices. 

SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

Supplemental Information
Apply by June 14th, 2026 to ensure full consideration. Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed on an as-needed basis, and the position will remain open until filled.

The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. 

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. 

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended.  Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant's current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Danan Pacheco (dpacheco@sdsu.edu).


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