Lab Assistant, Clean Jobs Bridge Program

Joliet Junior College; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Joliet Junior College's Lab Assistant position supports the Clean Jobs Bridge Program. You will assist instructors and students with lab safety, tool operation, and lab maintenance in the CEJA construction basics module.

The role emphasizes adaptability, teamwork, and commitment to inclusive education, with part-time hours and wage range of $19.71 to $20.89 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge in construction, building trades, manufacturing tech, or clean energy fields.
• Commitment to working with diverse populations and equity.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, instructors, and CEJA team.
• Ability to collaborate with college and community members with cultural competence and emotional intelligence.

Responsibilities

• Meet with construction basics instructor to discuss daily lab needs.
• Assist students with the safe operation of hand and power tools.
• Inform instructor of any student wrongdoing or disappearances from lab.
• Report accidents or equipment malfunctions promptly.
• Monitor and return tools and supplies to proper storage after each class.
• Inspect lab space after class and restore to its prior state.
• Maintain safety principles to ensure a secure work environment.
• Assist instructor with inventory, cleanliness, and instruction.
• Maintain a positive attitude to foster a learning environment.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety

Communication

Diversity awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Position Title: Lab Assistant, Clean Jobs Bridge Program

STATUS: Part time, DEPARTMENT: Workforce Development DIVISION: Academic Affairs CLASSIFICATION: Non-exempt UNION: TOSSC-AFT Local 604 REPORTS TO: CEJA Training Coordinator PLACEMENT: Grade 104 HIRING RANGE: $19.71 - $20.89 Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The student population at the college is diverse in ethnicity, gender, language, age and background. Joliet Junior College is an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of its staff.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position provides an opportunity to assist instructors and students in a clean energy basics and work readiness bridge course focused on preparing students for success in an array of clean energy jobs and workplaces. The bridge program is the first training component of the Climate & CEJA workforce hubs grant program. Individual must assist CEJA instructors, providing support in the operation, safety, and monitoring of lab processes, equipment, and activities within the Construction Basics section of the CEJA bridge program. Individual must adapt to new and changing situations and demonstrate a positive attitude and enthusiasm. Demonstrates respect for students; understands learning styles and applies understanding to institution-related activities; demonstrates integrity and promotes diversity and open communications.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Meet with construction basics instructor to discuss any special needs for that day’s lab class.
• Assist students with the safe operation of hand and power tools.
• Inform instructor of any wrongdoing by students of if students disappear from lab setting.
• Report accidents, unsafe behaviors, or equipment malfunctions promptly to construction basics instructor and/or CEJA Training Manager.
• Monitor storage of tools and supplies to ensure that students put items away and store them properly following each class. Inform instructor of any destruction to tools and/or missing items.
• Inspect construction lab space following each class and ensure space is returned to the same state it was in prior to the class. This may involve sweeping, garbage collection, and returning materials to storage.
• Maintain safety principles and regulations to ensure a secure work environment.
• Assist instructor with inventory, cleanliness, and instruction as needed.
• Maintain a positive attitude towards students to foster a positive learning environment.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge in construction, the building trades, manufacturing technology, or other clean energy related fields.
• Commitment to working with diverse populations and equity investment individuals.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, instructors, and CEJA team.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with other members of the college and community, displaying cultural competence as well as emotional intelligence.
• Demonstrated commitment to the college’s core values of respect and inclusion, sustainability, integrity, collaboration, humor and well-being, innovation and quality.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Forklift certified, with the ability to perform routine maintenance and basic servicing on forklifts.
• Comfortable working with technology and willing to be trained on organization-specific software and systems as needed.
• English and Spanish verbal and written communication proficiency.
• Demonstrated multicultural competence.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Normal office physical demands.
• Standing for long lengths of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Duties are performed indoors in the usual office and/or outdoor environment.

BENEFITS

• Technical Office Support Staff Council (TOSSC)-AFT Local 604 Full Time/Part Time: Part time Union (If Applicable): TOSSC Scheduled Hours: 28

Founded in 1901 as the nation’s first public community college, JJC’s dedication to student learning, community prosperity, and personal growth has influenced generations of students and community partners. Our six campuses and extension centers ensure accessibility and empower 30,000 students annually to improve their lives through the power of education. Our commitment to our mission drives the change and innovation necessary to meet the evolving needs of our students, employees, and community. Our continued success is drawn from talented, diverse, and committed employees whose knowledge and passion for education create a thriving culture both in and out of the classroom. JJC supports an inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone can learn, grow, and perform at their best.

ANNUAL CLERY SAFETY REPORT (ASR) NOTICE

Joliet Junior College is committed to assisting members of the JJC community in providing for their own safety and security. The annual CLERY security report is available at the JJC Police Department website: along with other safety information. If you would like to receive the ASR in booklet form, you may stop by the Campus Police Department located on Main Campus in G-1024 or call Campus Police at 815-280-2234. The website and booklet contain information regarding campus security and personal safety such as crime prevention and reporting, police law enforcement authority, disciplinary procedures and other related security policies. They also contain information about crime statistics for the three previous years for all JJC campuses, property owned and controlled by JJC District 525 and on public property immediately adjacent to JJC campuses. This information is required by law and is made available by the Joliet Junior College Police Department.