Laboratory Technician - Welding #12093

Daytona State College; Deltona (FL); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Daytona State College is seeking a Welding Lab Assistant to support instructors in welding labs, oversee student work, and ensure compliance with safety procedures and college rules. You will prepare labs, cut material, set up shop equipment, maintain tool inventory, and keep maintenance records.

The role requires good judgment, strong organization, and the ability to supervise students in a lab environment.

Qualifications

• Must relate and work with faculty and students
• Exercises good judgment and communicates effectively both orally and written
• Strong organizational skills in multi-task environments
• Ability to supervise students in a lab environment; welding knowledge and skills
• Demonstrate tool functions and safety procedures

Responsibilities

• Assists Instructor in Welding labs to oversee students and safety
• Prepares/sets up lab for classes; cutting material and setting up shop equipment
• Maintains equipment maintenance records and checks lab equipment
• Follow assignments given by department Assistant Chair
• Other duties directed by the President or designee

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organization

Welding knowledge

Safety procedures

Education

High School diploma or GED

Vocational certificate in Welding or related field

3 months of experience

Tools

Welding tools

Lab equipment

Job description

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Vocational Certificate with an emphasis in Welding or closely related field.
• 3 months of experience

Responsibilities:

• Assists Instructor in Welding labs to oversee students in operation of lab equipment in compliance with all safety procedures, as well as, College rules and guidelines.
• Prepares/sets up lab for classes; includes cutting material, setting up shop equipment, and maintaining cutting tool inventory.
• Maintains equipment maintenance records for area of responsibility; cleans and checks lab equipment periodically to ensure optimal functioning.
• Follow and carry out assignments given by the department Assistant Chair.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned and directed by the President of their designee.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Must be able to relate and work with faculty and students individually and in groups.
• Exercises good judgment and communicates effectively both orally and written.
• Must have strong organizational skills and ability to work in multi-task environments and maintain positive customer relations.
• Ability to supervise students in a lab environment; and have welding knowledge and skills.
• Demonstrate tool functions and safety procedures as well as maintain, repair and handle tools and tool supplies.
• Ability to do sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time, exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a recurring basis, and routine keyboard operations.

This position is eligible for Veterans Preference pursuant to Chapter 295 of Florida Statutes. Preference will be given to eligible veterans and their spouses in accordance with the statute and requires the applicant to submit eligible documentation such as a DD-214 (or equivalent). If you are submitting a copy of a DD-214, please ensure the social security number and date of birth is redacted and/or removed.