Instructional Assistant, Technical Education (Welding) STH

DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the Dean of Technical Education, control parts, tools and supplies in an assigned instructional lab involving automotive, auto body, air conditioning, and / or welding, assist students in a lab setting with technical instructions on the safe use of power equipment and hand tools. Performs other related duties as may be assigned.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

E = indicates essential duties of the position

Assists students in classroom lecture and lab activities, answer questions and assist with project and worksheets, instruct students in the use of tools, equipment, and safety practices. (E)Assists in the administration of projects; assists in the preparation of exam, projects, and worksheets. (E)Issues, collects, operates, and performs preventative maintenance and repair of tools and equipment used in the classroom / lab. (E)Maintain inventory records of supplies and equipment; prepare requisitions; request bids from vendors; receive and process supplies and equipment utilizing a computerized record system.Update and maintain records of attendance and grades according to established procedures. (E)Fabricate and construct lab work areas in accordance with subject specialty. (E)Assists in recruiting students during outreach functions. (E)Maintain lab computers current with required data.Check out and retrieve tools from students; clean tools, labs, and equipment. (E)Coordinates and performs the ordering, receiving, distribution, use and disposal of hazardous materials in the classroom / lab.Assist students in the labs as per Instructors instructions.Performs other related duties as may be assigned.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE : Any combination equivalent to : college level course work in assigned area of specialty and one year experience (in area of specialty) checking out or working with automotive, auto body, machine shop, air conditioning, and / or welding, tools, parts and equipment.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS : (Must be able to obtain within first 90 days of employment)

Valid California driver's license. Valid forklift operator's certificate. OTHER INFORMATION

KNOWLEDGE OF :

Inventory methods, procedures and record-keeping.Operation, uses, care, calibration, repair and maintenance of auto body, air conditioning, welding and machine shop tools, parts and equipment.Basic record-keeping techniques.Technical aspects of field of specialty.Proper methods of storing equipment, materials, supplies and hazardous materials.Basic computer operation.

ABILITY TO :

Issue proper tools, materials and equipment needed by students and instructors.Maintain security and records for tool room area.Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with students and instructors.Perform basic repair and maintenance of department tools, materials, parts and equipment.Maintain accurate inventory and repair records.Operate a computer terminal to input and retrieve data.Make less complex repairs to electrical equipment.Read and write at the level required for successful job performance.

WORK DIRECTION, LEAD AND SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES : Not applicable – no permanent full-time staff to supervise.

CONTACTS : Co-workers, instructors, students, vendors.

PHYSICAL EFFORT : Lifting and carrying heavy equipment.Pushing and pulling.Bending at the waist.Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate equipment.Reaching to demonstrate repair techniques.Standing for extended periods of time.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Shop environment.Noise and fumes.Driving a vehicle to conduct work.Working around and with machinery having moving parts.Possible exposure to fumes and gases from vehicle operation. Exposure to hazardous materials.

APPLICATION PROCESS - PLEASE READ

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

It is the responsibility of each applicant to have all the requested documents submitted through NEOGOV by the deadline date in order to continue in the application process for this position.

Each recruitment is conducted independently from others; therefore, interested parties need to submit separate complete application packages for each position they apply for. It is important the applicants submit ALL documents requested for the application package to be deemed complete and given consideration.

This position requires the following documents to be attached to your online application in order to be considered :

ApplicationCurrent resumeLetter of Intent (Cover Letter)Copy of Transcripts of all degrees and Supplemental Coursework

• All out of the country, transcripts must be evaluated prior to submitting them with applications. Any evaluation service member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) http : / / www.naces.org / is acceptable.

Applications with incomplete information (i.e., statements such as "see resume") or missing documents will not be considered.

VISA

Please be advised that AVC :

Does not sponsor employment visas,Does not participate in E-Verify, andDoes not complete documentation related to STEM OPT or other F-1 visa programs. ACCOMMODATIONS

If you have, any questions or concerns / if you require accommodations for the application process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the People, Culture and Talent (Human Resources) department at (661) 722-6311.

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AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state laws and regulations. To find out more about AVC, please visit our website at avc.edu .

Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with Antelope Valley Community College District.

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