Welding Lab Technician - Evening Shift & Equipment Setup

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Aiken Technical College seeks a Laboratory Support Technician to ensure lab readiness across Welding and Technical Education labs. You will install, repair, and set up training devices, manage inventory by course, and perform regular maintenance as directed by leadership.

The role requires teamwork, strong safety practices, and the ability to organize multiple tasks. A certificate in Welding Technology or related fields is preferred; evening hours from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. may be required.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED and one year of related technical experience.
• Ability to work in a team environment with strong safety practices and clear communication.
• Preferred certificate in Welding Technology, Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, repair, and setup of training devices as needed.
• Inventory and maintain lab supplies by course; ensure items are ready before the semester.
• Perform periodic maintenance of lab equipment as directed.
• Assist in organization of labs, storage areas, and labeling of training devices.
• Set up lab scenarios to ensure equipment works before and after labs.
• Maintain lab appearance including painting, lighting, and organization.
• Coordinate all building maintenance and track to completion.

Skills

Teamwork

Industrial safety

Communication skills

Organization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certificate in Welding Technology/Engineering Technology/Industrial Technology

Tools

Lab equipment testing

Inventory management

Vendor coordination

Lab equipment setup

Job description

Aiken Technical College seeks a Laboratory Support Technician to ensure lab readiness across Welding and Technical Education labs. You will install, repair, and set up training devices, manage inventory by course, and perform regular maintenance as directed by leadership.

The role requires teamwork, strong safety practices, and the ability to organize multiple tasks. A certificate in Welding Technology or related fields is preferred; evening hours from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. may be required.