Job Description:

Posting Number:

H0435P

Classification:

Hourly

Position 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.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Experience with machining / Computer Numerical Controls (CNC) operations.


2. Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.


3. Instructional/Training experience.

Must be proficient in machining. A competency test will be administered as part of the interview process

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Associate degree in machining technology or associated field


2. Experience teaching, especially at the community college level.


3. Experience working with a culturally and intellectually diverse group.

Ability to create diverse teaching methods

Salary:

$20 / hr

Posting Date:

04/09/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

All applications must be submitted electronically.

Apply Now