Part-time Welding Lab Coordinator

ivytech; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College is seeking a part-time, temporary lab coordinator to assist faculty with student questions, demonstrations, and lab setup. The role includes minor equipment repairs, preparing materials, and maintaining the tool room to ensure smooth lab operations.

The position emphasizes independent work, mechanical aptitude, and lifting up to 50 pounds, with a preference for candidates holding a Technical Certificate and related on-the-job training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Two years of welding experience required.
• Mechanical aptitude required.
• Good communication skills required.
• Ability to work independently required.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Technical Certificate and two years on-the-job training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Program Chair or Adjunct Faculty in answering questions from students regarding lab projects.
• Perform teaching demonstrations and assist with labs.
• Carry out minor repairs on equipment and prepare equipment/materials for labs.
• Maintain tool room and lab materials.
• Promote diversity and inclusion as part of work responsibilities.

Skills

Welding experience

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Independent work

Lift 50 pounds

Education

High school diploma

Technical Certificate (preferred)

Job description

This position is a part-time, temporary position filled each semester on an as-needed basis. This posting will stay open continuously in order to build a pool of qualified candidates for future openings as lab coordinators. Applicants will not be notified unless there is an actual need to fill the position.

Responsibilities include assisting Program Chair or Adjunct Faculty in answering questions from students regarding lab projects; teaching demonstrations; performing minor repairs on equipment; preparing equipment and materials for labs; and maintaining tool room. Conduct all activities with an appreciation and respect for diversity of people, styles, and views. Promote same as an integral part of one's work.

High school diploma required; Two years of welding experience; Mechanical aptitude; good communication skills; ability to work independently; and be able to lift 50 pounds.

Technical Certificate and two years on-the-job training is preferred.

Selected candidate for employment will be subject to pre-employment background checks, including criminal history check, and any offer of employment will be contingent upon that outcome.

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 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.