Part time Welding Laboratory Assistant

Washtenaw Community College; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Washtenaw Community College is building a pool of qualified candidates to assist faculty in the welding laboratory. Opportunities may arise per course with up to 20 hours per week.

Duties include demonstrating welding processes, coaching students, and helping prepare demonstrations and equipment. Qualifications include an associate degree in welding, current welding certification, and proficiency in multiple welding methods, with basic computer skills and a valid license.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Welding and Fabrication or related industry.
• Current welding certification.
• Proficiency in SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, PAC and Oxy-Fuel welding and cutting, soldering and brazing.
• Basic computer skills: MS Excel and Word.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to lift and transport 50 pounds repeatedly.
• Availability mornings, afternoons, nights, weekends, and limited travel.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate welding/cutting processes: SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, PAC, Oxy-Fuel welding and cutting, soldering and brazing.
• Observe, coach, and assist students in completing homework assignments, lab assignments, and class projects.
• Setup and breakdown demonstrations and assist with laboratory activities as assigned by the department's instructors.
• Operate an overhead crane and forklift.
• Under the direction of the supervisor, train and oversee support staff.
• Assist with inventory procurement and manage the department's classroom, laboratory, and maintenance supplies via scan tool and related software.
• Assist with the recruiting of students, including visiting high schools to promote the program.
• Assist with promotional events and competitions.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and at times repair laboratory equipment in the event of breakdown.
• Utilize technology, including AI-enabled tools and software where appropriate, to support teaching, learning, and student engagement.

Education

Associate's Degree in Welding and Fabrication or related industry

Tools

SMAW

GTAW

GMAW

FCAW

PAC

Oxy-Fuel welding

Soldering

Brazing

MS Excel

MS Word

Scanner/Printer/Fax

Job description

Position Summary

WCC is establishing a pool of qualified candidates to assist faculty in the welding laboratory. Needs may become available prior to or during each semester. Upon successful submission of an application and transcripts, candidates will be considered for future opportunities on a per-course basis. Hours vary based on class schedules (days, nights, and weekends); this is a Part Time Classified Faculty position with a maximum of 20 hours per week.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Demonstrate welding/cutting processes: SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, PAC, Oxy-Fuel welding and cutting, soldering and brazing.
• Observe, coach, and assist students in completing homework assignments, lab assignments, and class projects.
• Setup and breakdown demonstrations and assist with laboratory activities as assigned by the department's instructors.
• Operate an overhead crane and forklift.
• Under the direction of the supervisor, train and oversee support staff.
• Assist with inventory procurement and manage the department's classroom, laboratory, and maintenance supplies via scan tool and related software.
• Assist with the recruiting of students, including visiting high schools to promote the program.
• Assist with promotional events and competitions.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and at times repair laboratory equipment in the event of breakdown.
• Utilize technology, including AI-enabled tools and software where appropriate, to support teaching, learning, and student engagement.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Welding and Fabrication or related industry.
• Hold current welding certification.
• Proficient in SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, PAC (ferrous and non-ferrous materials, all positions) as well as Oxy-Fuel welding and cutting, soldering and brazing.
• Basic computer skills in MS Excel and Word; capable of using a scanning/printing/fax machine.
• Current driver's license.
• Ability to lift and transport 50 pounds repeatedly.
• Available mornings, afternoons, nights, and weekends, and for limited travel.