Program Assistant (Welding)

Indian River State College; Cortez Estates (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Indian River State College is seeking a Program Assistant (Welding) to support the Welding program by maintaining facilities, assisting with lab activities, and ensuring a safe, organized learning environment for students.

The role requires assisting instructional staff, organizing shop spaces, and performing routine maintenance on tools and equipment. Candidates should have an A.A.S. or be pursuing a related degree, plus relevant office experience and a Florida driver’s license.

Qualifications

• A.A.S. degree preferred or actively pursuing a degree/certification.
• Minimum of two years of relevant office experience preferred.
• Valid Florida driver’s license required.
• Excellent telephone etiquette.
• Proven technical and mechanical experience.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organization and communication skills.
• Willingness to adapt to varied tasks and multitask.

Responsibilities

• Set up lab activities with instructional staff.
• Organize learning environments, tool rooms, and shop supplies.
• Repair and maintain shop equipment and tools.
• Perform general cleaning and waste removal in classrooms, kitchens, labs, and shops.
• Occasionally drive a college vehicle to pickup donations/materials.
• Carry out other duties as assigned.

Skills

Telephone etiquette

Technical/mechanical experience

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Self-motivated

Education

A.A.S. degree (preferred)

Job description

Job DescriptionJoin the Indian River State College Team!At Indian River State College, you’ll do more than just build a career—you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty.Are you passionate about education and hands-on learning? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where every day brings new challenges? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you to join our team as a Program Assistant (Welding)!JOB SUMMARY:Under direct supervision, this position provides support to the Workforce Education Program faculty in maintaining Welding program training facilities. This includes all duties required to maintain clean and safe learning classroom environments for students.SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Assist the instructional staff in setting up lab activities.Organize the learning/classroom environment; including tool room, kitchens, shop supplies etc.Repair and maintain shop equipment and tools.Empty trash receptacles and general cleanup of classrooms, kitchens, labs, and shops.Occasionally drive a college vehicle to pick up donations and materials for class assignments.Complete other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:An A.A.S. degree or actively seeking a degree or certification is preferred.Minimum of two (2) Relevant office experience preferred.Possess a valid Florida Driver’s license.Excellent telephone etiquette.Proven technical and mechanical experience.Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and be self- motivated.Ability to be well organized.Possess strong communication skills, both verbal and written.Possess skills to work with a diverse student population.A willingness to adapt to the task at hand (i.e., be flexible to the assignment) as well as the ability to multitask.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:This position requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, lift, reach up, stoop, and occasionally carry items in excess of fifty (50) pounds. It also requires manual dexterity to operate equipment and machinery related to Workforce Education Programs. IRSC expects its employees to follow proper safety standards while employed by the College. Indian River State College is an EEO/ADA/Drug-Free Workplace Employer.This description is intended to indicate typical kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as declaring every specific duty and responsibility of the particular position. This job description is not intended to be a contract for employment, and the employer reserves the right to make any necessary revisions to the job description at any time without notice.Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be a part of our mission to provide exceptional education and training!ClassificationStaffSupervisoryNoFLSA ExemptNoEmployment TypeTemporary (Fixed Term)Compensation and Application DeadlinePay range starts at: $15.76/hour | All salary calculations start at the minimum salary and will be based on candidate's education and experience. | Open until filled.