Part-time Skilled Trades Lab Assistant, MTEC
Responsible for assisting the lab coordinator and maintaining clean and orderly skilled trades laboratories located at the M-TEC.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*
Assists in setting up for workforce development training as required based on training schedules and locations of training.
Works under the general direction of the skilled trades lab coordinator to ensure equipment is maintained and in working order by completing scheduled preventive maintenance and, when necessary, troubleshooting and repairing broken equipment.
Assists in making instructional equipment and supplies readily available to faculty and students in all skilled trades laboratories.
Maintains the skilled trades laboratories in a clean and orderly condition during hours of operation.
Performs other related tasks as required.
ATTENDANCE – Individuals in this position are generally expected to be present and available for work when and as required by contract, policy, or reasonable direction of the lab supervisor. Regular and reliable attendance is essential.
WORKING CONDITIONS – Conditions are typical of those found in a functioning skilled trades environment. Individuals in this position must be cognizant of student’s understanding and progress, able to communicate effectively with students and associated professionals, able to operate and perform basic repair maintenance of lab equipment, and to lift and move objects up to 30 pounds. Work may require frequent bending, lifting, a wide range of arm movement, and finger and hand dexterity. Setup or maintenance of some equipment may require work in areas with restricted room for movement. Visual identification of equipment, parts, connections, and safety issues is necessary.
SUPERVISION – Works under the general supervision of the Skilled Trades Lab Coordinator
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma or GED
- Knowledge of safety in a skilled trades environment
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting and moving up to 30 pounds
- A valid driver’s license
- Working knowledge or ability to learn computerized inventory control system and/or databases
- Ability to work effectively with adults in an educational setting
JOB DIMENSIONS – Analysis, judgment, planning and organizing, knowledge of work, teamwork, dependability, attention to detail, work standards, informal communication, commitment to the college, initiative, technical skills
03/2017
Kirtland Community College is an equal opportunity employer
* This job description is intended to describe the type and level of work being performed by a person in this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required by a person so classified.