Posting DetailsPosting Details Posting Number H0435P Classification Hourly Position NumberPosition Title Part-Time Hourly Machining/CNC (Computer Numerical Controls) Laboratory Assistant Status of Position Hourly - Academic Year FLSA Non Exempt Position Summary Prairie State College seeks an experienced part-time hourly laboratory assistant to assist with the provision of customized training to a variety of clients. Successful candidates will have a desire to engage a diverse student population in various levels of millwright/maintenance studies. Lab assistant duties include running and monitoring the millwright/machine tool/and welding lab and assisting students in any task/machine usage. Must be able to work independently, show good judgment, and have the desire to engage a student population in various levels of welding principles and techniques. Successful candidates will have a flexible schedule for teaching assignments. Instruction topics include but are not limited to:
- Print Reading
- Measurements
- Threads, Fasteners and Tooling
- Grinding
- Drilling and Work Holding
- Milling
- Lathes
Reporting Relationship Direct reporting relationship to the Manager, Workforce and Community Partnerships - Workforce Trades. Supports the Executive Director, Workforce Development and Community Education, and team with carrying out the mission of the college and department.Essential Responsibilities
- Understand instructional activities supporting curriculum.
- Use appropriate assessment tools to ensure learning.
- Effective communication with students to help them achieve their educational goals.
- Opening and closing the welding lab in a safe and secure manner.
- Conducting classes with little or no direct supervision.
- Providing student updates when requested.
Other Duties and ResponsibilitiesMinimum Qualifications
Experience with machining / Computer Numerical Controls (CNC) operations.Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.Instructional/Training experience.Must be proficient in machining. A competency test will be administered as part of the interview processPreferred Qualifications
Associate degree in machining technology or associated fieldExperience teaching, especially at the community college level.Experience working with a culturally and intellectually diverse group.Ability to create diverse teaching methodsAnticipated Work Hours and DaysSalary $20 / hr Posting Date 04/09/2024 Closing DateOpen Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants All applications must be submitted electronically.