Instructor Support Tech IV - Welding

Join our Team at Portland Community College

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PCC currently limits employment to individuals residing in Oregon and Washington. Employment offers are contingent upon the ability to establish residence in Oregon or Washington. Portland Community College will also ensure that applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for the hiring process are provided for. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the PCC Talent Acquisition Team tland Community College is the largest post-secondary institution in Oregon and 19th largest in the nation, serving approximately 80,000 full- and part-time students.

With four comprehensive campuses, five workforce training and education centers, and 200 community locations in the Portland metropolitan area, our unique role is to make high-quality education accessible to everyone, creating opportunities for our students and contributing to the economic development of our community. Under the technical direction of one or more members of the faculty or an instructional administrator, prepares the weld shop or classrooms following specified instructions.

Assists with the design, construction and/or fabrication of equipment, modules, and experiments that will be used in the laboratories or classrooms to assist the instructor in the delivery of desired instructional outcomes. Work is performed relatively independently subject to supervisory review and direction. Incumbents may provide work direction to work-study, student helpers and casual employees and coordinate their activities. What You'll Do and Who We Are Looking For This shift will run from 1:30pm - 10pm, and will be located at PCC's Rock Creek Campus Instruction & Instructional Support Provide instructional support to students through the safe use of welding equipment, tools, materials, and laboratory resources.

Set up and support laboratory activities, monitor student progress, and assist with instruction and assessments as assigned. Train and orient students and staff on laboratory procedures, equipment operation, safety protocols, and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Administrative Duties Maintain laboratory records, inventories, and operational procedures. Procure supplies, equipment, and instructional materials; track expenditures and coordinate with vendors. Maintenance & Equipment Management Maintain welding laboratories, equipment, and facilities to ensure safe, clean, and effective operations.

Troubleshoot equipment issues, coordinate repairs, and manage the checkout and tracking of tools and materials. Handle hazardous materials and maintain required safety documentation in compliance with applicable regulations and maintain Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS). Personnel & Leadership Coordinate daily laboratory operations and oversee classified, temporary, and student employees. Schedule, train, and support staff in laboratory preparation, equipment maintenance, and safety.

Why You'll Love Working Here The PCC district encompasses a 1,500-square-mile area in northwest Oregon and offers two-year degrees, one-year certificate programs, short-term training, alternative education, pre-college courses and life-long learning. As part of our College community, you’ll enjoy: A collaborative and inspiring campus community Opportunities for learning and professional development Portland Community College embraces equity and inclusion as a priority.

We are committed to building a community with a variety of backgrounds, skills, views, and life experiences. The more we value equity and inclusion, the more we will add value to the work we do and how we serve our students, engage with each other, and the Oregon Community that we serve. Creating a culture that honors equity and inclusion is our objective and the smart path forward.

Position Grade Classified 19 (A)

Employment Type

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What We Offer There is never a dull moment  offer more than just a competitive salary. When you join our team at PCC you'll also enjoy:

- Comprehensive benefit package
- Oregon PERS contribution
- Tax deferred annuity program and a deferred compensation program
- Tuition waiver for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and dependent children under 24 years of age, as well as partial tuition reimbursement for full-time employees at other accredited institutions
- Free access to the sport centers / campus gymnasiums, performing arts, and cultural events
- Paid Leave (Pro-rated by FTE for Part-Time…