Welding Lab Assistant (Student Position)

Ferris State University College of Business; Big Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Ferris State University in Big Rapids, MI seeks a Welding Lab Assistant (Student Position) in the College of Engineering Technology. The role involves setting up welding equipment, troubleshooting, assisting students, and performing simple demonstrations to support lab operations.

Applicants must be enrolled in welding programs; documents required include a resume and class schedule. The position offers hourly pay of $14.00–$14.49 and is open to one student. Closes December 12, 2026.

Qualifications

• Must be a student enrolled in welding programs

Responsibilities

• Setting up welding equipment
• Troubleshoot welding equipment
• Assist welding students with lab operations
• Perform simple welding demonstrations as required
• Support of lab operations as required

Job description

Job no: 498042

Work type: Student Employment - General

Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307

Categories: Student Employment - General

Position Title: Welding Lab Assistant (Student Position)

Department: College of Engineering Technology

Advertised Salary: $14.00 - $14.49

Summary of Position: Are you a student enrolled in Welding Engineering? If so, this may be your opportunity to expand your knowledge in welding by becoming a Welding Lab Assistant.

Position Requirements:

• Must be a student enrolled in welding programs

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Setting up welding equipment
• Troubleshoot welding equipment
• Assist welding students with lab operations
• Perform simple welding demonstrations as required
• Support of lab operations as required

Number of Positions Available: 1

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume/ Class Schedule

Job Close Date: December 12, 2026

EEO Statement: Ferris State University, an Affimative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement.

Advertised: 03 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: 12 Dec 2026 Eastern Standard Time