Lab Assistant (Welding Program)

Texas State Technical College•Harlingen, TX

About The Position

The Lab Assistant works under the direction of the instructional lead or designee on duty and provides instructional assistance in the laboratory, learning center, storeroom and office. The Lab Assistant's duties primarily focus on providing supplemental lab instruction to students.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
One year of successful related work experience.
Considerable knowledge of and skill in performing laboratory procedures.
Ability to work effectively with others and to follow oral and written instructions.

Nice To Haves

Associates degree in related field from an accredited college preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the professional faculty member in the classroom, or welding shop as directed.
Assist students with materials already covered by the instructor, including exam preparation.
Assist students as they conduct laboratory work.
Provide tutoring to students and supplemental instruction on an as needed basis.
Grade papers, exercises, and tests by use of predetermined objective criteria.
Process student records and maintain student files.
Prepare the lab for class, secure equipment after class and set up and disassemble lab experiments.
Test new lab equipment for quality and accuracy.
Perform routine maintenance and repair on laboratory equipment and other instructional aids.
Aid professional staff in the construction of training aids.
Initiate requisitions for consumable supplies and equipment repairs.
Prepare consumable materials for classroom, laboratory and shop exercises.
Maintain an inventory of supplies and equipment and assure security of each.
Assist in helping student workers as assigned.
Monitor instructional areas for safety conditions.
Operate motor vehicles for purpose of conducting TSTC business.
Perform other duties as assigned.