Welding Lab Specialist – Hands-On Educator

Dallas College; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas College seeks a Lab Specialist to support Welding and Advanced Manufacturing programs. You will ensure welding labs, equipment, tools, and materials are ready for instruction and safety standards are maintained, collaborating with faculty and students in a dynamic learning environment.

The role focuses on maintaining equipment, assisting with lab setup, and providing technical support to enable hands-on learning across North Texas.

Qualifications

• Associate degree plus 1 year of related work experience; or 2 years substituted.
• Official transcripts are required.
• Some positions may require state professional licenses/certifications.
• Bilingual or multilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Daily operation and maintenance of laboratories, classrooms, toolrooms and equipment.
• Promote safety through lab practices and training.
• Maintain MSDS information for chemicals.
• Inventory management for tools, materials and equipment.
• Coordinate purchases and vendor quotes.
• Schedule preventive maintenance and repairs.
• Provide lab support and student assistance.
• Ensure a safe, clean learning environment.
• Serve as a resource for students, staff and faculty.

Skills

Welding equipment

Lab operations

Inventory management

Safety training

Customer service

Computer literacy

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Dallas College seeks a Lab Specialist to support Welding and Advanced Manufacturing programs. You will ensure welding labs, equipment, tools, and materials are ready for instruction and safety standards are maintained, collaborating with faculty and students in a dynamic learning environment.

The role focuses on maintaining equipment, assisting with lab setup, and providing technical support to enable hands-on learning across North Texas.