Welding Lab Assistant (College Laboratory Assistant 1)

mnstate.edu; Brainerd, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 61,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Pension plan

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Tuition waivers

Job summary

Central Lakes College is seeking a part-time Welding Lab Assistant for the Welding & Fabrication program in Brainerd. The role involves assisting instructors and students in the lab, demonstrating proper equipment use and safety practices, and helping maintain lab equipment and supplies.

The position emphasizes hands-on technical support, safety compliance, and collaboration with faculty to promote student success in welding technologies.

Qualifications

• Must have post-secondary or industry certificate/diploma/degree or relevant license in Welding Fabrication/Technology.
• Six months teaching/tutoring experience in Welding at the high school level or above.
• Two years of work experience Welding.
• Equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance to Welding & Fabrication program in lab.
• Demonstrate correct use of equipment and safety practices to students.
• Repair and maintain equipment and ensure reliable operation.
• Maintain adequate inventory of supplies to promote student success.

Skills

Welding techniques

Safety procedures

Education

Welding Fabrication/Technology degree or certificate

Two years welding work experience

Teaching/tutoring in Welding (HS or higher)

Job description

Working Title: Welding Lab Assistant (College Laboratory Assistant 1) Institution: Central Lakes College Classification Title: College Laboratory Asst 1 Bargaining Unit / Union: 207: AFSCME - Technical City: Brainerd FLSA: Non Job Exempt Full Time / Part Time: Part time Employment Condition: Classified - Seasonal (Seasonal)

Salary Range: $21.26 - $30.20

Application Procedure: Please upload the following information with your application to be considered for this position: Cover Letter/Letter of Interest Current Resume (Include dates of employment (month and year) for each position and indicate average hours worked per week for each job.)

Job Description

This position exists to provide technical assistance to students in Welding & Fabrication (WELD) Program at CLC. Under limited supervision, the Lab Assistant will assist the Welding instructor(s) and students in the lab setting demonstrating use of equipment and materials including proper techniques and safety considerations, repair and maintain equipment and maintain adequate inventory of supplies to promote student success.

Salary Range: $21.26-29.28/hour, $44,391-61,137 annual

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have post-secondary or industry certificate/diploma/degree or relevant license in Welding Fabrication/Technology; OR Six months teaching/tutoring experience in Welding at the high school level or above; OR Two years of work experience Welding; OR An equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualification

• Knowledge of lab/shop equipment sufficient to instruct others on proper use and perform maintenance.
• Skill in verbal, written, visual, and mechanical concepts sufficient to understand, perform, and demonstrate operational processes, equipment use, and work techniques.
• Knowledge of lab practices, techniques, and safety standards sufficient to operate equipment safely.
• Knowledge of college policies, programs, and curriculum sufficient to develop guidelines and goals with students.
• Ability to communicate in a variety of formats to gather and relay information with tact and diplomacy.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work) 7 hours/day, Monday-Wednesday, 12:45-7:45pm (hours may vary based on schedule needs)

Telework (Yes/No) No

About Central Lakes College is a comprehensive community and technical college serving about 5,500 students per year. With a knowledgeable, caring faculty and modern, results-oriented programs in comfortable facilities, CLC is the college of choice for seekers of success.

Benefits Information

• At Minnesota State, we take your well-being and work-life balance seriously. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that features low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles, employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option.
• To further support your holistic health, employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling. Detailed plan details, rates, and coverage choices can be reviewed directly via the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) website.
• To support your life outside of work, our package includes 12 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick time, and six weeks of Paid Parental Leave.
• We also help you secure your financial future with a robust Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and various investment options.
• Furthermore, we invest in your growth by providing dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for both you and your dependents. Please note that specific benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary depending on the type of position, employee classification, and collective bargaining agreements.

Desired Start Date: 09-23-2026

Position End Date: Open

Open Date: 08-27-2026

Close Date: 09-09-2026

Minnesota State is an equal opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law.

As an affirmative action employer, we encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

All applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States.

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