WELDING MANUFACTURING LAB TECHNICIAN

Monroe County Community College•Monroe, MI

41d•Onsite

About The Position

The Welding and Machining Lab Technician is primarily responsible for the operation, maintenance, and safety of the welding and machine labs. This includes ensuring that all related equipment is in proper working condition, assisting with lab setup, supporting faculty instruction, and maintaining tools and materials. The technician also provides secondary support to other ASET instructional labs, including construction, automotive, electronics, and mechanical systems labs, as directed.(A) Welding and Machining Lab (Primary Focus): Maintain, repair, and calibrate welding and machining equipment (MIG, TIG, Stick welders, plasma cutters, grinders, lathes, mills, saws, CNCs). Assist with preparation and setup for welding and machining instructional labs. Ensure proper operation and safety of all welding booths, fume extractors, and machine tools. Maintain tool inventory, order consumables, and track materials for welding and machining labs. Perform fabrication and machining tasks as needed for lab projects or equipment repair. Provide hands-on assistance to students with welding and machining tools as directed by faculty (outside direct course instruction). Perform routine inspections and schedule preventative maintenance for welding and machine shop equipment. Operate shear, saws, press brakes, and other fabrication tools. Enforce safety protocols and maintain cleanliness of welding and machining labs. Assist in the setup and calibration of CNC and programmable equipment for lab use. (B) Support for Other ASET Labs (Secondary): Provide basic maintenance and material support to other instructional labs as needed (e.g., automotive, renewable energy, construction, electrical/electronics, metrology). Assist with inventory control, tool tracking, and procurement of general supplies across labs. Support faculty with special lab project preparation or facility setup as directed. Perform light facility maintenance and troubleshooting in ASET spaces. (C) General Responsibilities: Track purchase orders, supply usage, and equipment maintenance logs. Operates the Forklift within the division to move parts, materials and machinery as needed. Supervise student assistants assigned to lab maintenance. Promote a safe, organized, and efficient learning environment. Remain current through relevant training and certifications. Promote and adhere to college values including respect, collaboration, and customer service. Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean or designated supervisor.

Requirements

Associate degree or journeyman card in welding or machining required.
Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in welding, machining, or metal fabrication.
Proficiency with welding and machining tools and practices.
Familiarity with CNC equipment, layout, and precision measuring tools.
Knowledge of welding processes (MIG, TIG, Stick) and machine operations (manual and CNC).
Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot and repair equipment.
Excellent organizational, communication, and safety awareness skills.
Knowledge of MCCC's vision, mission, and values and a commitment to further its educational goals and strategic plans.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of MCCC and skill in providing support to such activities.
Knowledge and proficiency of office technology skills including Microsoft products and a willingness to learn and master new technologies as needed.
Knowledge of grammar, punctuation, spelling and the correct usage of the English language.
Skill in calibrating/troubleshooting instrumentation and equipment in the lab.
Skill in maintaining and updating records and related systems by displaying strong attention to detail, dedication to customer service, and a team approach to work.
Skill and proficiency in the use of office equipment and technology, computers and related software, such as word processing and spreadsheets, and the ability to master new technologies.
Skill in diplomacy, tact and emotional intelligence required to develop positive relations.
Skill in responding to public inquiries and internal requests with a high degree of professionalism.
Skill in developing, implementing, and maintaining procedures to enhance efficiency in department operations and coordinate activities across departments.
Skill in maintaining and updating records and related systems, assembling and analyzing financial data, and preparing comprehensive and accurate budgetary reports.
Mechanical abilities sufficient to use tools and affect minor repairs to laboratory equipment.
Ability to work inflexible shifts to support instructors in lab.
Ability to operate welding machines, hydraulic shear and hand tools; ability to operate forklift/hi-lo highly preferred or immediately certifiable.
Ability to acquire knowledge of the principles and practices of a community college and skill in providing administrative support to such activities.
Ability to work flexibly and independently, set priorities, work simultaneously on numerous tasks, use good judgement and initiative, and meet/exceed deadlines.
Ability to work with minimal direction and comfortable with making decisions.
Ability to understand instructions and follow detailed procedures consistently.
Ability to work professionally with the public and serve as a representative of the College with discretion.
Ability to effectively and professionally communicate and present ideas and concepts orally and in writing.
Ability to establish effective working relationships and use good judgment, initiative, and resourcefulness, when dealing with staff, students, faculty, the public, and other professional contacts.
Ability to organize projects, including the ability to prioritize multiple tasks, work in a fast-paced environment with numerous interruptions, and meet deadlines.
Ability to critically assess situations, maintain attention to detail, solve problems, work efficiently under stress, within deadlines, and changing work priorities.
Ability to complete mathematical computations with speed and accuracy.
Ability to set up and maintain complex and confidential files, databases, records and schedules.
Ability to establish credibility with broad and diverse constituencies within the college based upon integrity, critical thinking, outstanding operational performance, customer service orientation and excellent interpersonal relations.
Ability to identify and secure confidential information.
Ability to work independently and safely.
Ability to interpret policies and procedures, and rules to determine appropriate course of action in conjunction with immediate supervisor (where demanded by the situation independent course of action may be needed in interest of safety and cost).

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a lab, instructional, or industrial setting preferred.
Forklift license or ability to acquire certification.

Responsibilities

Maintain, repair, and calibrate welding and machining equipment (MIG, TIG, Stick welders, plasma cutters, grinders, lathes, mills, saws, CNCs).
Assist with preparation and setup for welding and machining instructional labs.
Ensure proper operation and safety of all welding booths, fume extractors, and machine tools.
Maintain tool inventory, order consumables, and track materials for welding and machining labs.
Perform fabrication and machining tasks as needed for lab projects or equipment repair.
Provide hands-on assistance to students with welding and machining tools as directed by faculty (outside direct course instruction).
Perform routine inspections and schedule preventative maintenance for welding and machine shop equipment.
Operate shear, saws, press brakes, and other fabrication tools.
Enforce safety protocols and maintain cleanliness of welding and machining labs.
Assist in the setup and calibration of CNC and programmable equipment for lab use.
Provide basic maintenance and material support to other instructional labs as needed (e.g., automotive, renewable energy, construction, electrical/electronics, metrology).
Assist with inventory control, tool tracking, and procurement of general supplies across labs.
Support faculty with special lab project preparation or facility setup as directed.
Perform light facility maintenance and troubleshooting in ASET spaces.
Track purchase orders, supply usage, and equipment maintenance logs.
Operates the Forklift within the division to move parts, materials and machinery as needed.
Supervise student assistants assigned to lab maintenance.
Promote a safe, organized, and efficient learning environment.
Remain current through relevant training and certifications.
Promote and adhere to college values including respect, collaboration, and customer service.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean or designated supervisor.