WELDING LAB ASSISTANT

MAINE COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYSTEM•Sanford, ME

22d•$30 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

York County Community College (YCCC), a dynamic institution with a proud 30-year history of transforming lives and communities throughout York County, Maine, is seeking a motivated and organized Welding Lab Assistant to join our Industry Training Division. This role ensures a safe, organized and productive learning environment for students practicing welding techniques. Candidates must be able to interact with students in the classroom and lab environment. At YCCC, our mission is to develop an educated, skilled, and adaptable workforce that drives socioeconomic mobility for our students and creates economic and civic prosperity for our communities. We value all forms of learning and view every student as integral to workforce development, whether they are enrolled in credit or non-credit programs. In addition to technical and instructional excellence, YCCC is guided by the values outlined in our Culture Guidebook which include treating one another with respect, working collaboratively, and assuming best intent. We seek individuals who will bring these values to their interactions with students and colleagues, contributing to an inclusive, supportive learning environment focused on student achievement and workforce readiness.

Requirements

Basic knowledge of welding processes (GTAW, MIG, SMAW preferred)
Ability to follow safety procedures
Good written and oral communication skills
Competent with email, Microsoft Office, and pdf files
Ability to work with other assistants and instructors on campus
Ability to safely operate welding lab equipment

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a welding shop or lab environment desirable
Associate of Applied Science degree in a related field or equivalent work experience in the field, (4,000 hrs.) to be determined.
Strong organizational skills
Self-motivated
Familiarity with welding equipment maintenance
CPR/First Aid certification
Experience in educational or training settings

Responsibilities

Prepare welding lab stations with necessary tools, materials, and safety equipment
Assure a safe learning environment for students including proper use of PPE
Maintain inventory of welding supplies and report shortages or equipment issues
Clean and organize lab spaces before and after sessions
Support instructors during demonstrations and practical assessments
Communicate effectively with departmental personnel
Answer basic questions relating to program content
Conduct demonstrations and do recruiting at career fairs and other education-related events
Be organized in scheduling and completing a list of tasks as assigned
Maintain lab equipment in safe, working condition
Performs additional related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.
Participate in orientation, training, or evaluation meetings as required