Assistant, Lab, Electrical Systems and Mechatronics (Part-Time Temporary)

Guilford Technical Community College; Jamestown (NC); On-site; USD 20,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Guilford Technical Community College is seeking an Assistant for the Electrical Systems and Mechatronics lab. This part-time temporary position supports lab operations up to 25 hours per week, under the supervision of the Dean, Department Chair, and faculty.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and related lab/industrial experience; electromechanical credentials are preferred. Responsibilities include equipment prep, maintenance, minor repairs, and ensuring a safe learning environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Electrical/Mechatronics related credential preferred.
• Two years of relevant work experience in electrical or lab environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate lab exercise preparation and ensure equipment and supplies are available.
• Maintain lab facilities, equipment, and storage in orderly condition.
• Assist with minor repairs and cleaning of lab areas.
• Support safety and secure handling of instructional materials.

Education

High school diploma

Electrical/Mechatronics credential

Job description

Assistant, Lab, Electrical Systems and Mechatronics (Part-Time Temporary)

Job Title Assistant, Lab, Electrical Systems and Mechatronics (Part-Time Temporary)

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time/Part Time Part-time

Job Description

This position provides basic support to Electrical Systems and Mechatronics laboratory operations under the direction of the Dean, Department Chair, and area faculty. This is a part time temporary position up to 25 hours/week.

Duties/Functions

• Coordinating the preparation of Electrical Systems and Mechatronics lab exercises and activities. This coordination includes ensuring all equipment and expendable supplies are in place and sufficient for the requirements of each session.
• Maintaining the shop facilities, equipment, and required supplies in a clean and orderly manner to allow the faculty to focus on instructing students.
• Using hand tools, minor troubleshooting and repair of equipment, cleaning and organizing of storage racks, shelves and cabinets.
• Providing for the security of facilities, equipment and instructional materials and maintaining safe working conditions

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs safety and security watch at all times.
• May give students help on machines and lab equipment.
• Follow daily special project instructions as needed.
• Inform instructors of safety violations and issues

Contacts

Education Required

High school diploma

Education Preferred

Electrical Systems or Mechatronics related Degree, Diploma, or Certificate from a regionally accredited institution

Experience Required

• Two years relevant work experience as an electrician, industrial electronics technician, or related job title OR post-secondary lab/shop experience in an Electrical Systems or Mechatronics academic program

Experience Preferred

• Greater than two years relevant work experience as an electrician, industrial electronics technician, or related job title.
• Experience maintaining and auditing shop environments.

Physical Demands

• Work is typically performed in an Electrical or Mechatronics lab environment. Students of all ages and abilities are in the lab while working.
• While on campus, the lab assistant shall uphold the persona and standards of a professional employee of the college. Be an example for following safety rules.
• Self-starting work ethic. Assistant must stay busy. Student interaction beyond work relationship kept to a minimum.
• Reliability is a must.

Posting Type

Posting Type Part-Time Staff

Posting Number

Posting Number 2019-019-TEMP-P

Open Date

Open Date 08/12/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents Optional Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts

601 E. Main Street P.O. Box 309 Jamestown, NC 27282