Part-Time Hourly Machining/CNC (Computer Numerical Controls) Laboratory Assistant

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number H0435P

Classification Hourly

Position Number

Position Title Part-Time Hourly Machining/CNC (Computer Numerical Controls) Laboratory Assistant

Status of Position Hourly - Academic Year

FLSA Non Exempt

Position Summary Prairie State College seeks an experienced part-time hourly laboratory assistant to assist with the provision of customized training to a variety of clients. Successful candidates will have a desire to engage a diverse student population in various levels of millwright/maintenance studies. Lab assistant duties include running and monitoring the millwright/machine tool/and welding lab and assisting students in any task/machine usage. Must be able to work independently, show good judgment, and have the desire to engage a student population in various levels of welding principles and techniques. Successful candidates will have a flexible schedule for teaching assignments.

Instruction topics include but are not limited to:

• Print Reading
• Measurements
• Threads, Fasteners and Tooling
• Grinding
• Drilling and Work Holding
• Milling
• Lathes

Reporting Relationship Direct reporting relationship to the Manager, Workforce and Community Partnerships – Workforce Trades. Supports the Executive Director, Workforce Development and Community Education, and team with carrying out the mission of the college and department.

Essential Responsibilities

• Understand instructional activities supporting curriculum.
• Use appropriate assessment tools to ensure learning.
• Effective communication with students to help them achieve their educational goals.
• Opening and closing the welding lab in a safe and secure manner.
• Conducting classes with little or no direct supervision.
• Providing student updates when requested.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience with machining / Computer Numerical Controls (CNC) operations.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Instructional/Training experience.

Must be proficient in machining. A competency test will be administered as part of the interview process

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in machining technology or associated field
• Experience teaching, especially at the community college level.
• Experience working with a culturally and intellectually diverse group.

Ability to create diverse teaching methods

Anticipated Work Hours and Days

Salary $20 / hr

Benefits

Posting Date 04/09/2024

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants All applications must be submitted electronically.