Lab Coordinator (PT) - Carpentry

About the role

The Coordinator – Carpentry Skilled Trades Lab (Part-Time) works with students in a lab environment to provide hands-on demonstration and instruction in the carpentry program at Kennedy-King College.

Responsibilities

• Set up and prepare the carpentry lab environment for demonstrations and practice of carpentry techniques and skills using hand and power tools.
• Demonstrate a variety of carpentry techniques such as framing, finish work, cabinetry, and blueprint interpretation.
• Assist instructors with lab activities to ensure alignment and coordination with classroom instruction.
• Inspect, organize, and maintain carpentry tools, equipment, and supplies to ensure proper working condition.
• Maintain inventory records, order supplies, and manage stock levels for carpentry materials.
• Report equipment failures or safety concerns to management and take necessary actions to ensure student and staff safety.
• Provide information to current and prospective students about the carpentry program at CCC.
• Schedule and assist students during open lab hours for practice and skill development.
• Participate in group tours, recruitment efforts, and prospective student interviews as needed.
• Attend all program and departmental meetings.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Technical expertise in carpentry, including blueprint reading, framing, finish carpentry, and use of hand and power tools.
• Industry certification in carpentry or equivalent industry training.
• Strong knowledge of carpentry safety protocols, OSHA regulations, and lab compliance.
• Minimum of two years of experience working in carpentry or related skilled trade.
• Demonstrated ability to operate and maintain carpentry equipment and tools.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple lab and instructional requests.
• Demonstrated clear communication skills and a customer service mindset when interacting with students, faculty, and vendors.
• Able to lift heavy materials and work in physically demanding environments.
• Proficient in presenting technical information effectively to students.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Able to work in a culturally diverse educational environment.
• Some proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Pay

The salary for this position is $30/hr. Offered salary will be determined by the respective collective bargaining agreement and applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.

Schedule

N/A

Benefits

Benefits information is found at https://www.ccc.edu/departments/Benefits/

City Colleges of Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer