Building Construction Lab Assistant

Texas State Technical College; United States; On-site; USD 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas State Technical College (TSTC) is seeking a Lab Assistant to support instructional staff across laboratories and learning spaces. You will provide supplemental lab instruction, assist students with materials and exam preparation, and help maintain equipment and safety in the lab environment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, an associate degree preferred, and at least one year of related experience with laboratory procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in related field preferred.
• One year of successful related work experience.
• Considerable knowledge of and skill in performing laboratory procedures.
• Ability to work effectively with others and to follow oral and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist the professional faculty member in the classroom, laboratory, computer lab, or shop as directed.
• Assist students with materials already covered by the instructor, including exam preparation.
• Assist students as they conduct laboratory work.
• Provide tutoring to students and supplemental instruction on an as needed basis.
• Grade papers, exercises, and tests by use of predetermined objective criteria.
• Process student records and maintain student files.
• Prepare the lab for class, secure equipment after class and set up and disassemble lab experiments.
• Test new lab equipment for quality and accuracy.
• Perform routine maintenance and repair on laboratory equipment and other instructional aids.
• Aid professional staff in the construction of training aids.
• Initiate requisitions for consumable supplies and equipment repairs.
• Prepare consumable materials for classroom, laboratory and shop exercises.
• Maintain an inventory of supplies and equipment and assure security of each.
• Assist in helping student workers as assigned.
• Monitor instructional areas for safety conditions.

Skills

Laboratory procedures

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in related field (preferred)

Job description

Are you someone who strives for excellence, values accountability, provides the best service, all while reflecting unwavering integrity? Our talented team members across the state follow the behaviors, beliefs and outcomes of these core values to ensure that our vision is met.

Job Description

The Lab Assistant works under the direction of the instructional lead or designee on duty and provides instructional assistance in the laboratory, learning center, storeroom and office. The Lab Assistant's duties primarily focus on providing supplemental lab instruction to students.

Hiring Range is $33,280.00 - $34,564.98 USD Annual. The final salary offer will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications and experience. An equivalent combination of education, training and relevant professional experience will be considered.

Essential Functions

• Assist the professional faculty member in the classroom, laboratory, computer lab, or shop as directed.
• Assist students with materials already covered by the instructor, including exam preparation.
• Assist students as they conduct laboratory work.
• Provide tutoring to students and supplemental instruction on an as needed basis.
• Grade papers, exercises, and tests by use of predetermined objective criteria.
• Process student records and maintain student files.
• Prepare the lab for class, secure equipment after class and set up and disassemble lab experiments.
• Test new lab equipment for quality and accuracy.
• Perform routine maintenance and repair on laboratory equipment and other instructional aids.
• Aid professional staff in the construction of training aids.
• Initiate requisitions for consumable supplies and equipment repairs.
• Prepare consumable materials for classroom, laboratory and shop exercises.
• Maintain an inventory of supplies and equipment and assure security of each.
• Assist in helping student workers as assigned.
• Monitor instructional areas for safety conditions.
• Operate motor vehicles for purpose of conducting TSTC business.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience/Knowledge/Skills

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree in related field from an accredited college preferred.
• One year of successful related work experience.
• Considerable knowledge of and skill in performing laboratory procedures.
• Ability to work effectively with others and to follow oral and written instructions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer Texas State Technical College (TSTC), as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination.

TSTC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at TSTC.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for the finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

TSTC is the only state-supported technical college system in Texas. TSTC's statewide role and mission is to efficiently and effectively help Texas meet the high-tech challenges of today's global economy, in partnership with business and industry, government agencies, and other educational institutions.

For more information, the report is available on the Clery Act Information page of the TSTC website at tstc.edu/cleryact, and physical paper copies can be requested from the TSTC Police Department or by calling 254-867-3690 .