PT Program Lab Assistant - Precision Machining

Position Overview

As a part‑time Program Lab Assistant, you will assist faculty in delivering high‑quality, hands‑on instruction in precision machining courses. You will support students and faculty in both manual machining and CNC environments, ensuring safe, organized, and effective lab activities.

• Lab Support & Instructional Assistance
  • Assist faculty in preparing and delivering hands‑on lab activities.
  • Support students during lab sessions, reinforcing instruction and proper techniques.
  • Help set up and disassemble lab equipment, tools, and materials.
• Equipment & Shop Maintenance
  • Maintain and organize manual and CNC machining labs.
  • Ensure tools, machines, and materials are operational and well‑conditioned.
  • Assist with routine maintenance and troubleshooting of lab equipment.
• Safety & Compliance
  • Promote and enforce safe work practices in the lab.
  • Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and procedures.
  • Assist with student training on proper equipment usage and safety protocols.
• Program Support
  • Assist faculty with inventory management of tools, supplies, and materials.
  • Support program operations and special projects as needed.
  • Participate in departmental meetings or training as appropriate.

Special Assignments:
May be required to perform other duties as assigned or to assist the agency or state government in emergencies declared by the Governor.

• Relevant industry experience in precision machining.
• Experience with manual machining equipment (lathe and mill).
• Experience with CNC machining processes and equipment.
• Knowledge of shop safety practices and procedures.
• Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, and staff.

• Certificate or degree in Precision Machining or a related field.
• Experience in a teaching lab, training environment, or apprenticeship setting.
• Familiarity with advanced machining techniques and technologies.

• Operation of a State Vehicle:
  No
• Supervises Employees:
  No
• Required Travel:
  No
• Work Schedule:
  
  Part‑time, 29 hours per week, limited to 1500 hours per year, Grant‑Funded (3‑Year Term). Work schedule will be fixed by semester according to classes scheduled, which could include day or evenings.

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non‑merit factors.

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA) to provide reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

VCCS uses E‑Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I‑9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.