WELDING LAB ASSISTANT

Maine Community College System; Wells (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

York County Community College (YCCC) invites applications for a Welding Lab Assistant at the Sanford Campus in Wells, ME. This is a 12-hour-per-week, in-person contract role supporting welding instruction and maintaining a safe, well-equipped learning space for students.

The position requires basic welding knowledge, safety compliance, strong communication, and the ability to assist instructors, manage lab inventory, and demonstrate welding techniques at career fairs.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of welding processes (GTAW, MIG, SMAW preferred)
• Ability to follow safety procedures
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Industry experience in related occupation preferred
• Competent with email, Microsoft Office, and pdf files
• Ability to work with other assistants and instructors on campus
• Ability to safely operate welding lab equipment
• Prior experience in a welding shop or lab environment desirable
• Associate of Applied Science degree in a related field or equivalent work experience in the field, (4,000 hrs.) to be determined
• Strong organizational skills
• Self-motivated
• Familiarity with welding equipment maintenance
• CPR/First Aid certification
• Experience in educational or training settings

Responsibilities

• Prepare welding lab stations with necessary tools, materials, and safety equipment
• Assure a safe learning environment for students including proper use of PPE
• Maintain inventory of welding supplies and report shortages or equipment issues
• Clean and organize lab spaces before and after sessions
• Support instructors during demonstrations and practical assessments
• Communicate effectively with departmental personnel
• Answer basic questions relating to program content
• Conduct demonstrations and do recruiting at career fairs and other education-related events
• Be organized in scheduling and completing a list of tasks as assigned
• Maintain lab equipment in safe, working condition
• Performs additional related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.

Skills

Welding basics

Safety procedures

Communication skills

MS Office

Teamwork

Operate welding equipment

Equipment maintenance

CPR/First Aid

Industry experience

Organization

Self-motivation

Educational settings

Education

Associate of Applied Science in welding or related field

4,000 hours experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

York County - Wells, ME 04090; Sanford Instructional Site - Sanford, ME 04073

Overview

Position Type

Contractor

Description

Bargaining Unit/Salary Level: This is a contract, non-benefited position. The position is in-person, 12 hours per week, at our Sanford Campus paying $25 per hour. Hours will be 4pm-8pm, Tues-Wed-Thurs.

SUMMARY

York County Community College (YCCC) is seeking a motivated and organized Welding Lab Assistant. This role ensures a safe, and productive learning environment for students practicing welding techniques. Candidates must be able to interact with students in the classroom and lab environment.

Responsibilities

Prepare welding lab stations with necessary tools, materials, and safety equipment

Assure a safe learning environment for students including proper use of PPE

Maintain inventory of welding supplies and report shortages or equipment issues

Clean and organize lab spaces before and after sessions

Support instructors during demonstrations and practical assessments

Communicate effectively with departmental personnel

Answer basic questions relating to program content

Conduct demonstrations and do recruiting at career fairs and other education-related events

Be organized in scheduling and completing a list of tasks as assigned

Maintain lab equipment in safe, working condition

Performs additional related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.

Schedule: 12hours per week, variable hours based on program need

Location:Center for Excellence in Trades & Manufacturing - Sanford, ME campus of York County Community College, Wells, Maine.

York County Community College (YCCC) is proud to be aRecovery Friendly Workplace, aSecond Chance Employer,and aVeterans Friendly Workplace. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive environment that values the unique experiences and contributions of individuals from all walks of life. At YCCC, we believe in empowering all members of our community to thrive and succeed in both their professional and personal journeys.

York County Community Collegeis an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks a diverse pool of candidates. We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact 207-216-4444.

Basic knowledge of welding processes (GTAW, MIG, SMAW preferred)

Ability to follow safety procedures

Good written and oral communication skills

Industry experience in related occupation preferred

Competent with email, Microsoft Office, and pdf files

Ability to work with other assistants and instructors on campus

Ability to safely operate welding lab equipment

Preferred:

Prior experience in a welding shop or lab environment desirable

Associate of Applied Science degree in a related field or equivalent work experience in the field, (4,000 hrs.) to be determined.

Strong organizational skills

Self-motivated

Familiarity with welding equipment maintenance

CPR/First Aid certification

Experience in educational or training settings