Lab Assistant II - Fall 2026

Elgin Community College•Elgin, IL

21h•Onsite

About The Position

About ECC: Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students at every stage of their educational journeys, including university transfer programs, career and technical education, continuing education classes, and adult basic education. As a community, we pride ourselves on nurturing a welcoming campus where every person—students, staff members, faculty members, and campus visitors—feels valued. The work of each ECC employee is central to the college’s mission, and as an employer, the college fosters a positive environment through professional challenges, excellent benefits, and opportunities for recognition and camaraderie. Work Schedule: M-F 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Rate of Pay: This is a Full-Time Support Staff position at grade 9, with an annual salary range of $34,620 to $39,886. The salary offer will be based on education and experience, in alignment with the College’s compensation philosophy and the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), if applicable. Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA, DCA, Commuter) Retirement Plans (Pension, 457b, 403b) Time Off with Pay Professional Development/Expense Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Sick Banks . FLSA Status: Non-exempt Grant Funded: No Job Summary: The purpose of this position is to assist the welding program in maintaining a functional academic environment for students. The position provides assistance in maintaining the welding labs, including lab inventory, lab cleanliness/safety, and lab preparedness for instruction.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Must have completed relevant college-level courses in Welding, HVAC or Computer Integrated Manufacturing with a grade C or better.
Ability to operate basic shop tools.
Experience in the function of welding and machining equipment.
Knowledge of basic electricity and experience repairing machinery, troubleshooting skills in the context of machine maintenance.
Ability to read and comprehend schematics.
Ability to understand and follow lab procedures and safety requirements.
Knowledge of measurements when using a tape measure or micrometer.
The ability to identify the difference between mild steel, stainless steel and aluminum.
Valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

Prepare laboratory exercise set-ups and student supplies.
Pick up steel donations at various manufacturers and then sort the steel.
Sheer the appropriate metal to specifications for the student welding projects.
Troubleshoot and resolve basic equipment problems, safely and efficiently.
Clean and maintain the welding lab.
Perform other duties as assigned which pertain to the job description.
Ability to work a flexible schedule which includes days/evenings/weekends as needed by the department.