Part Time Laboratory Instructional Assistant Fab Lab

Overview

Lorain County Community College (LCCC) is hiring a Part-Time Fab Lab Laboratory Instructional Assistant (LIA). The LCCC Super Fab Lab is a digital maker space that is part of a global network. The Fab Lab enables users to create physical objects directly from digital designs using computer-controlled tools. The lab offers lasers for cutting and engraving, vinyl cutters, CNC routers, 3D printers, electronics workbenches, and more.

It serves a diverse user base through courses, open lab hours that are available to the public, camps, workshops, and community outreach activities.

• Inspire, train, and support users of all ages and experience levels during credit courses, open lab, and other lab related activities.
• Assess user needs and adapt instruction to support their learning of the tools, software, and fabrication processes.
• Enforce lab policies, safety protocols, and standard operating procedures.
• Foster a safe, fair, friendly, and creative environment.
• Help maintain the cleanliness, organization, and security of the lab.
• Assist with lab setup, including preparing equipment, software, tools, and materials for all scheduled activities.
• Provide tours, participate in community outreach, and work on projects as needed.
• Help develop and refine lab activities, workshops, and camp programming.
• Support equipment/software maintenance, inventory management and material ordering.
• Contribute to project management and documentation efforts.

• Availability to work flexible hours, including days, evenings, and Saturdays.
• Basic computer proficiency, including familiarity with Windows OS, file management, and word processing.
• Ability to learn and operate digital fabrication equipment and associated software.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, especially in a diverse, educational setting.
• Capable of working independently and as part of a team.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of identifying tasks beyond assigned duties.
• Patient, persistent, and solutions-oriented with strong organizational abilities.
• Comfortable multitasking in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Engineering, Technology, Industrial Design).
• Experience with digital fabrication tools (laser cutters, CNC, 3D printers, etc.) and related software.
• Prior teaching or instructional experience in a technical environment.
• Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and soldering.

• Job Identification: 1808
• Job Category:
  Prof Tech Part-time
• Posting Date: 08/19/2025
• Degree Level: High School Graduate
• Job Schedule:
  
  Part time
• Locations: 1005 N Abbe Road, Elyria, OH, 44035, US