The Lab Assistant is responsible for keeping the equipment in the welding department in safe working condition. This position reports to the Director, Marine Science and Technology.
Maintain welding equipment in welding lab.
Organize equipment in welding lab.
Assist Marine Engineering instructors in preparing for their lab and classroom sessions.
Supervise work-study students assigned to the welding department.
Assist in maintaining clean, efficient and safe laboratory operations. Clean and adjust equipment. Identify equipment in need of repair and initiate work orders.
Operate equipment to support instructional programs.
Assist in all College enrollment management efforts as appropriate.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Knowledge of welding laboratory techniques and laboratory safety.
Knowledge of and experience with machinery used in the welding laboratory.
Knowledge of electric and mechanical functions of welding equipment.
Ability to work unsupervised.
Ability to follow instructions.
Skill in selecting, preparing and controlling equipment to be used in laboratory class.
Currently enrolled in the Marine Engineering Management and Seamanship program or Marine Propulsion program.
High School diploma or equivalent.
Completion of MTE1651C with a C or higher.
Eligible to receive the CFK Employee Scholarship.
May participate in the College's 403(b) plan.
Eligible to join the Association of Florida Colleges.