Trade & Technical CLA - College Laboratory Asst 1
About The Position
This position exists to aid students and teaching staff in the Carpentry program for 20 hours a week, along with the other trade and tech departments. The duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following: assist Carpentry students in the Carpentry lab and project site; assist the instructor with the demonstration of techniques and procedures to individuals or small groups so students can accurately and safely complete assignments/site tasks; organize equipment and supplies so materials are ready for student use and insure safety, security, and maintenance of the Carpentry lab/site; assist instructor to ensure student success in the attainment of educational goals; and tasks as assigned. This position will also provide support to other trade and tech programs though administrative tasks and projects for the department. A majority of this role will not be on campus but actively engaging student students in the Twin Cities area on hands-on real world construction projects. The projects are mostly near the Saint Paul metro area. The bulk of the in-person lab work is done at the start of the program, in the summer, when students are learning the fundamentals. A valid divers license and background check are required for this role.
Requirements
- Post secondary course work in Carpentry sufficient to provide technical lab services for students, faculty, and staff OR Two years’ experience as a lab assistant in Carpentry at the high school level or above OR An equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- Valid Minnesota Driver’s License
- Knowledge of basic safety principles for hand tools, and active construction site safety protocols
- Basic experience with blueprint reading and estimating
- Applicant must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
- We are unable to sponsorship or take over sponsorship of employment visa at our institution.
- The successful candidate under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations must be able to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.
Nice To Haves
- Diploma in Carpentry
- Proficient user in a Microsoft Windows Environment including a thorough knowledge of windows applications, including word processing, spreadsheets and databases;
- Ability to identify and diagnose software problems including industry-based project management software;
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing;
- One year teaching/tutoring experience at the high school level or above;
- Ability to understand and navigate specific computer software programs;
- Experience working on active residential sites that can include new builds, remodels, renovations
- Safety certifications like OSHA 10
Responsibilities
- Assist Carpentry faculty in order for students to complete the assignments.
- Assist with the demonstration of workshop techniques and procedures to individuals or small groups so students can accurately and safety complete assignments
- Assist with the organization of equipment and supplies
- Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the smooth functioning of the department and maintain the reputation of the organization as a viable business partner.
Benefits
- low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles
- employer-paid life insurance
- short- and long-term disability
- pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option
- confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling
- 12 paid holidays
- generous vacation and sick time
- six weeks of Paid Parental Leave
- Pension Plan
- 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts
- various investment options
- professional development
- tuition waivers for both you and your dependents
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
