Heavy Equipment Operations Lab Assistant

Overview

Term of Employment: Part-time as needed/Up to 19.5 hours per week/Not benefits eligible

Salary Range: $15.50/hour

Hours: Monday - Thursday between 1:00 p.m.

- 8:00 p.m., some Saturdays

Summary: The Lab Assistant is a professional who assists in preparing instructions and materials used during class time activities/demonstration and skills. The Lab Assistant must adhere to Pima County JTED policies and procedures as well as the prescribed lab dress code wile at work.

The list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented.

Preparing For Classroom Activities And Skills

• Assist the instructor in the lab in advance
• Set up any laboratory equipment needed for the lab practicum demonstration rotations
• Ensure the lab is stocked with necessary supplies, monitor lab supply inventory, restocking as needed, and keep instructor informed

Assisting Instructor In Skill Applications

• Work closely with the instructor and students during class activities
• Monitor and assist students while working on skills and assist with any questions they may have regarding skills.
• The lab assistant is required to read all guidelines provided by the instructor prior to the lesson.

Assisting Instructor

• Set up any classroom equipment/supplies needed, including copying forms
• Work closely with the instructor and students during classroom activities
• Collect, monitor and file required paperwork
• Assist with CTSO activities/meetings
• Attend field trips, in role of chaperone, as needed

Performs other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications/Education And/or Experience

• Must be at least 18 years old
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must have: HEO training certifications (ie NCCER, OSHA)
• Proficiency with HEO skills
• Knowledge of operation of heavy equipment and construction techniques
• Knowledge of excavation work, preparing for grading surfaces and earth moving techniques
• Must have thorough knowledge of Google Apps, Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Power Point
• Current immunization record, Proof of MMR immunization unless born prior to January 1, 1957, current negative TB test (within the last year)
• Valid IVP fingerprint clearance card or be able to obtain one
• Valid Arizona Driver License

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English, excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of internet use for research purposes
• Knowledge of using a high-volume copy machine

Note
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Hiring preference for this position will be given to former JTED HEO student completers.

Submit a cover letter, resume, one recent (within five years) signed professional reference letter, and a copy of current certificate (s) via the district’s online application system () Open until filled.

Pima County JTED #11 is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in relation to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, language of origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or marital status. Unless expressly superseded by controlling federal or state statutes, regulations or court decisions, this policy will prevail in all matters concerning staff members, students, the public, educational programs and services and individuals with whom the Joint Board does business.