Welding Lab Assistant

Welding Lab Assistant

Tyler Junior College gives equal consideration to all applicants for admission, employment and participation in its programs and activities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, veteran status or limited English proficiency (LEP).

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

All positions are on-site, located in Tyler, Texas, unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

The position is responsible for assisting instructors and students in the welding lab. Welding processes in the program include GMAW, SMAW, FCAW, GTAW, OFC, CAA, and PAC.

* This is a part-time position and can work up to 18 hours a week.

• Maintain welding booths, demo stations, and tool storage organized for student use in good working order. This includes repairing metal fixtures with plasma arc cutting and GMAW (MIG welding), using hand tools, minor troubleshooting and repair of welding equipment, and cleaning and organizing storage racks, shelves, and cabinets.
• Assist in the daily operations and support of the Welding Technology Program, including preparing and maintaining lab spaces and equipment.
• Preparation of materials and machinery for lab exercises.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Inspect equipment and notify the Program Coordinator of problems.
• Perform basic maintenance on laboratory equipment.
• Communicate effectively in a professional, tactful, and courteous manner with students, employees, faculty, and the general public.
• Carry out any other tasks as directed by the department to ensure the smooth operation of the program.

COMPETENCIES

• Ability to perform weldments in all positions using the Shielded Metal Arc Welding process.
• Ability to perform weldments in all positions using the Gas Metal Arc Welding process.
• Ability to perform weldments in all positions using the Flux-Cored Arc Welding process.
• Ability to perform weldments in all positions using the Gs Tungsten Arc Welding process.
• Ability to manage time.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

No direct supervision

Work Environment: Regular work required outside of normal business hours

Physical Demands: This position includes lifting (65lbs) and the ability to stand, sit, walk, reach, stoop, bend, push, pull, kneel, climb, use hands and fingers, and talk/hear for extended periods. Must possess mobility to work in a standard shop setting, as well as an outside environment, which could include extreme hot and cold temperatures, and use standard office equipment, including a computer.

Travel Required: Yes
- Minimal

If travel is required, the candidate must have and maintain a current, valid Texas driver's license and an acceptable driving record.

Required Education

Associate's Degree in Welding/Welding Technology –OR– High School diploma or GED with one year of industry experience,
-OR- industry certifications

Required Experience

One year of welding experience

Preferred Credentials/Licensures

Forklift certification

Additional Job-Specific Requirements

• Project a professional image at all times
• Available to assist with day or evening classes

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities are subject to change at any time, with or without notice.
• Will have contact – in person, by email, or by phone – with staff, students, and the general public.
• Must exhibit a sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and to staff and students with disabilities.
• Regular and punctual attendance is an essential function of each employee.

NOTE:
With or without reasonable accommodation, the individual in this position must possess the competencies and must be able to perform the essential functions and duties of the job as described above, including essential tasks requiring specific physical demands.

This is a security-sensitive position. Candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.