Lab Assistant - Welding Shop

Job Description

The Lab Assistant works under the direction of the instructional lead or designee on duty and provides instructional assistance in the laboratory, learning center, storeroom and office. The Lab Assistant's duties primarily focus on providing supplemental lab instruction to students.

Essential Functions

• Assist the professional faculty member in the classroom, laboratory, computer lab, or shop as directed.
• Absorb and assist students with materials already covered by the instructor, including exam preparation.
• Absorb and assist students as they conduct laboratory work.
• Tutor students and provide supplemental instruction on an as needed basis.
• Grade papers, exercises, and tests by use of predetermined objective criteria.
• Process student records and maintain student files.
• Prepare the lab for class, secure equipment after class and set up and disassemble lab experiments.
• Test new lab equipment for quality and accuracy.
• Perform routine maintenance and repair on laboratory equipment and other instructional aids.
• Aid professional staff in the construction of training aids.
• Initiate requisitions for consumable supplies and equipment repairs.
• Prepare consumable materials for classroom, laboratory and shop exercises.
• Maintain an inventory of supplies and equipment and assure security of each.
• Absorb and assist student workers as assigned.
• Monitor instructional areas for safety conditions.
• Operate motor vehicles for purpose of conducting TSTC business.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience/Knowledge/Skills

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• An associates degree in a related field from an accredited college is preferred.
• One year of successful related work experience is considered necessary.
• Considerable knowledge of and skill in performing laboratory procedures are essential.
• Ability to work effectively with others and to follow oral and written instructions are also important.

Pay

This is an entry-level position with a starting salary of approximately $16-17/hr plus full State benefits. This includes 100% paid healthcare, generous time off and so much more!!!

Schedule

N/A

Benefits

This is an entry-level position with a starting salary of approximately $16-17/hr plus full State benefits. This includes 100% paid healthcare, generous time off and so much more!!!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Texas State Technical College (TSTC), as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. TSTC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for the finalist(s) under consideration for this position.