Lab Assistant - School of Information Technology

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Employee Assistance Programme

Retirement Benefits

Fee remission for employees

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana is seeking part-time, temporary lab assistants to support campus IT labs across semesters. Positions are open continuously to build a pool of qualified candidates.

Responsibilities include monitoring labs and equipment, assisting students with applications, preparing labs, and basic computer troubleshooting. The role also involves PC setup, imaging drives, hardware upgrades, and basic network tasks.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills.
• Hardware and software knowledge.
• IT education or background in information technology.

Responsibilities

• Monitor lab and equipment; assist students with applications and policies.
• Prepare labs and supplies; manage basic computer troubleshooting.
• Set up PCs per faculty requirements; image drives and configure hardware.
• Perform PC upgrades, network wiring, and rack configuration.
• Demonstrate good communication and IT knowledge.

Skills

Good communication skills

Hardware and software knowledge

IT education background

Tools

Imaging software

PC configuration

Network wiring

Job description

These positions are part‑time, temporary positions filled each semester on an as‑needed basis. This position and the posting will stay open continuously in order to build a pool of qualified candidates for future openings as part‑time assistants. Applicants will not be notified unless there is an actual need to fill the position or if the candidate does not meet minimum requirements.

Responsibilities include lab and equipment monitoring; assisting students with application, procedures and policies; lab preparation and supplies; and basic troubleshooting for computers. In addition, this position assists with set up of PCs per faculty requirements, imaging of hard drives, PC configuration and upgrades, PC and network wiring, network rack configuration. Good communication skills. IT education. Hardware and software knowledge.

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well‑being, growth, and financial security of our part‑time employees. These benefits include: Health & Wellness Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low‑cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses Employee Assistance Programme offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources Financial & Retirement Benefits All employees can contribute pre‑tax or post‑tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings Educational Benefits Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents. For more information on IvyBenefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by TitleIX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to TitleIX may be referred to the College’s TitleIX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.

At Ivy Tech, you’ll be part of something bigger, where collaboration fuels innovation, learning is a shared journey, and meaningful goals become life‑changing achievements. As Indiana’s only full‑fledged community college, we’re deeply rooted in our mission to empower students, strengthen communities, and support one another every step of the way. No matter your role, you’ll be valued, supported, and inspired because here, people come first. Our faculty and staff are united by purpose, driven by passion, and proud of the difference we make together. Join a team where your work matters. Discover your potential. Make your impact. Ivy Tech is the largest singly accredited community college system in the nation. Providing education across Indiana, we motivate and inspire students as they pursue their futures. To achieve this, it takes a community of over 6,500 employees in 75 locations. Competitive benefits and professional development programs. The most advanced technologies in our classrooms and training facilities. Collaborative and innovative culture with a focus on creativity and employee belonging. Commitment to adapting to meet Indiana's workforce needs and fostering a sustainable, inclusive workplace.