Lab Technician-Welding

Ivy Tech Community College; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Vision plan

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement savings contributions

Education benefits (fee remission)

Job summary

Ivy Tech Kokomo seeks a part-time lab technician to support the welding program, maintain classrooms, equipment, and storage, and assist in online and face-to-face content development for instruction.

Major duties include cleaning labs, preparing materials, testing equipment, inspecting safety gear, helping students with assignments, and assisting instructors with welding task sheets and competency-based projects. 20 hours weekly at $15.00/hr.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• AWS Certification and CWI Certification preferred.
• Two years' welding experience and knowledge of SMAW, TIG, and MIG welding.

Responsibilities

• Clean and organize program laboratories.
• Prepare materials and equipment for laboratory use.
• Maintain, upgrade and test existing equipment.
• Inspect and test safety equipment in laboratories.
• Assist students with course assignments and monitor competency-based lab projects.
• Assist in the security and inventory of program equipment and facilities.
• Have fundamental knowledge of operation of major welding lab equipment.
• Assist faculty in maintaining Welding Task Sheets and competency-based projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Welding experience

AWS Certification

CWI Certification

SMAW

TIG welding

MIG welding

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Ivy Tech Kokomo seeks a part-time lab tech to provide support for the welding program for maintenance of classrooms, equipment, storage space, materials and assistance in course maintenance & development for online and face to face content for instruction.

Major Responsibilities:

• Perform cleaning and organization of the program laboratories
• Prepare materials and equipment for laboratory use
• Maintain, upgrade and test existing equipment
• Inspect and test all safety equipment in the laboratories
• Assist students with course assignments as needed and monitor competency-based lab projects
• Assist in the security and inventory of program equipment and facilities
• Must have fundamental knowledge of the operation of the major equipment in the technology labs
• Assist faculty in maintaining Welding Task Sheets and delivery of the competency-based lab projects
• Other duties as assigned

SPECIFIC DUTIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Communicate effectively and work cooperatively with students, faculty (both full time and part time, peers, administration, and community contacts using appropriate grammar and interpersonal skills)
• Be proficient in the use of Welding equipment
• Exercise safe procedures in the use of and the operation of tools
• Computer data entry to assist instructor.

Work Hours: Part-Time (20 hours per week, schedule TBD) Salary: $15.00 hr.

Minimum Qualifications:

A high school diploma is required for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

AWS and CWI Certification, two years’ welding experience and knowledge on multiple welding techniques like SMAW, TIG and MIG welding.

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 Program 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 Ivy Tech Benefits, 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 Title IX 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 Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX 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.