Student Assistant-Electronics

Pitt State; Pittsburg (KS); On-site; USD 8,000 - 10,000; Full time

Job summary

Pitt State is seeking a Student Assistant - Electronics to support the School of Automotive and Engineering Technology on campus. Hours range from 9 to 12 hours as needed, with a maximum of 20 hours per week, all on-campus. Tasks include grading, research, photocopying, data entry, and helping with lab setup and communications.

The role requires some coursework in EET and strong typing and communication skills; familiarity with MS Office and general office equipment is expected.

Qualifications

• Preference for EET majors with some coursework completed.
• Excellent work habits; self-motivated; ability to work well with others.
• Familiar with MS Office and office equipment.
• Accurate typing and written/verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty with program tasks: grading assignments, research, photocopying.
• Typing and data entry; run errands.
• Set up laboratories and equipment.
• Handle external communications by telephone and email.
• Provide departmental tours.

Skills

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Typing

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

EET majors coursework

Tools

MS Office

Job description

POSITION: ETECH 3029

TITLE: Student Assistant - Electronics

DEPARTMENT: School of Automotive and Engineering Technology

SUPERVISOR: Randy Winzer

HOURS: 9 to 12 hours scheduled as needed, 20 hours maximum per week, On-Campus

DUTIES: Assisting faculty with program tasks as required: grading assignments, research, photocopying, typing and data entry, errands, laboratory setup, outside communications (telephone, e-mail, etc.), departmental tours, etc.

EDUCATION REQUIRED: Preference will be given to EET majors who have completed some coursework.

QUALIFICATIONS: The successful applicant will possess excellent work habits and must be self-motivated; the ability to work well with others is crucial. Must be familiar with various office equipment and software packages (MS Office, etc.). Accurate typing and communication skills, both written and verbal are preferred.

CONTACTS: Students, faculty, alumni and visitors involved with the electronics program

HAZARDS: Hazards associated with working around electronic components and equipment. Some minor lifting of equipment may be required.

EQUIPMENT USED: computers, photocopiers, laminators, scanners, cameras, telephones, and other specialized electronic laboratory equipment.