EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Division: Technology and Workforce Development
Department: Machine Technology
Job title: Part-Time Lab Assistant- Machine Technology
Reports to: Machine Technology Lead Instructor and Dean of Technology and Workforce Development
Supervises: Students
Position type: Part-Time (29 hours per week)
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

JOB PURPOSE:
Work with and assist instructors in the classroom and lab areas.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide technical guidance in the performance of specific tasks in the maintenance and operation of the machines.
• Observe and document student performance of tasks assigned by Machine Technology Instructors.
• Ensure safety practices are followed by students.
• Follow required pollution prevention procedures in the handling of chemicals and waste products.
• Maintain records of the orders for proper accountability of materials.
• Maintain control of college owned specialty tools for use by students.
• Enforce all rules and regulations, per the college’s guidelines and other enforcement agencies that govern student practices of KCKCC.
• Responsible for the transportation of students during field trips per the College’s policies and guidelines.
• Traveling with students to off campus activities.
• Assist with organization of all aspects of machine technology projects in include good customer relationships, ordering and budgeting of materials, meeting deadlines and producing quality work.
• Must know and be able to teach proper and correct techniques in machine technology.
• Minimum qualifications can be substituted with an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND/OR EDUCATION:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Three (3) years’ experience related to machining, machine technology or other closely related field.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a clear motor vehicle record.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND/OR EDUCATION:

• Experience in CNC programming and set up.
• Completion of certificate or degree in Machine Technology.

SALARY RANGE: $22.67 per hour.

WORK SCHEDULE: 7:45AM – 1:45PM Mon-Thurs and 7:45AM-12:45PM Fri. Must be able to work a variable schedule/hours to meet operational needs. May require evening and weekend hours.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin May 27, 2019; the position will be open until filled.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, and sit. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift items.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

TO APPLY: Visit WWW.KCKCC.EDU and click on JOBS for a list of available positions.

• Applicants are to thoroughly complete the online application (do not reference resume) and attach the required transcript(s). Unofficial transcripts will be accepted for the application process. If applicable, official transcripts for all the degree(s) awarded must be submitted to Human Resources within 10 days of the first day of employment.
• Three (3) professional references with phone number and email addresses are required.
• College screening committee is responsible for application review and interviews. The final candidate(s) selected to be hired will be made by the hiring supervisor.
• Successful completion of a background check on all persons recommended for employment is required. Individual hiring departments may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions as part of the applicant selection/hiring process.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled