Lab Technician-Welding

Ivy Tech Community College • Kokomo, IN

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About The Position

Ivy Tech Kokomo seeks a part-time lab technician to support its welding program. The role supports the maintenance of classrooms, equipment, storage space, and materials, and assists with course maintenance and development for online and face-to-face instruction. The position is scheduled for 20 hours per week, with the schedule to be determined, and pays $15.00 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Fundamental knowledge of the operation of major equipment in technology labs.
• Proficiency in the use of welding equipment.
• Ability to exercise safe procedures when using and operating tools.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with students, faculty, peers, administration, and community contacts, using appropriate grammar and interpersonal skills.
• Computer data-entry ability.

Nice To Haves

• AWS and CWI certifications.
• Two years of welding experience.
• Knowledge of multiple welding techniques, including SMAW, TIG, and MIG welding.

Responsibilities

• Clean and organize program laboratories.
• Prepare materials and equipment for laboratory use.
• Maintain, upgrade, and test existing equipment.
• Inspect and test laboratory safety equipment.
• Assist students with course assignments as needed and monitor competency-based lab projects.
• Assist with the security and inventory of program equipment and facilities.
• Assist faculty with maintaining Welding Task Sheets and delivering competency-based lab projects.
• Communicate effectively and work cooperatively with students, faculty, peers, administration, and community contacts.
• Use welding equipment proficiently and follow safe procedures when using and operating tools.
• Perform computer data entry to assist the instructor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Access to a vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses.
• Employee Assistance Program offering confidential counseling, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources at no cost.
• Payroll-deduction options for contributing pre-tax or post-tax dollars toward retirement savings.
• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED