Lab Technician, MFAB

JCCC•Overland Park, KS

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

Conduct lab preparation for Johnson County Community College’s (JCCC) welding courses to ensure a safe, efficient, and organized environment conducive to learning.

Requirements

Performs advanced tasks under minimal supervision.
May mentor less-experienced team members.
5+ years of related experience.

Responsibilities

Mechanically prepare welding materials using metal shears and thermal cutting processes to code specifications for American Welding Society (AWS) certifications.
Operate forklift to unload materials from trucks.
Troubleshoot all errors and malfunctions.
Coordinate and/or perform equipment service, repair, or replacement as needed.
Fabricate fixtures and jigs using precision and accuracy.
Ensure that welding materials and personal protective equipment are stocked and available to accommodate lab and class schedules.
Set up the lab and prep areas for scheduled classes.
Ensure students have the materials and equipment needed for class and lab use.
Take inventory of welding materials and equipment within the lab and classrooms.
Order and restock welding supplies and equipment to ensure students have materials needed for class and lab use.
Build and maintain positive relationships with vendors and monitor vendor performance.
Research invoice and contractual issues and resolve discrepancies.
Enforce and promote safety protocols and guidelines, including the proper use of safety equipment.
Provide a safe, efficient, and clean welding work area for the students.
Ensure materials are organized and stored correctly and that equipment and work areas are cleaned according to established protocols.
Organize the lab and classrooms and their contents in between courses.
Provide assistance that supports the welding instructional needs and meets the requirements of varying class schedules.
Fulfill ad hoc and last-minute requests from faculty and staff as needed.
Communicate with instructors regarding welding procedures, supplies, and equipment.
Assist instructors with supervision on an as-needed basis.
Provide welding guidance and direction to students.
Assist students with questions and concerns related to welding activities.
Monitor conditions and activities in welding areas and enforce policies, procedures, and standards.
Conduct safety inspections and maintain departmental compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations and JCCC policies.