Maintenance/Welding Assistant

General Function

The maintenance/welding assistant shall carry out those duties and activities assigned, which will ensure the effective operations of the class or activity to which they are assigned.

Position Qualifications

· High school graduate.

· Self-sufficient and require a minimum of supervision or assistance to aid in the care and education of students.

· Two years of work experience directly related to welding (within the last five years).

· Physically capable of performing duties specific to the program area.

· Knowledge of the tools, equipment, tasks, and safety procedures used in the assigned job area.

Other Qualifications

· Solid organizational and planning skills.

· Strong verbal and written communication skills.

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Able to work as a member of a team and contribute to the agency vision and goals.

· Able to demonstrate confidentiality in all matters.

· Positive leadership skills.

· Must complete and pass required criminal history check.

Essential Duties

Essential duties shall include, but not be limited to:

· Perform work assigned by the Coordinator of Operations, designee, and in an emergency, by a building administrator. Preventative maintenance duties which include: plumbing, HVAC, and electrical repairs. Must be familiar with and be able to repair and maintain door and building hardware, office partitions, classroom and office furniture, do carpentry work, welding, and painting using related equipment.

· Operate, repair and maintain snow removal and lawn mowing equipment. Be able to obtain an OSHA required operator’s license for a forklift to unload and move supplies and equipment.

· Move furniture and/or equipment within buildings as required for various activities as directed.

· Assist by carrying out activities for an individual student or small group of welding students, under the supervision and direction of the classroom instructor.

· Attend building and staff meetings

· Be responsible for aiding the classroom instructor or supervising in the instruction and evaluation of students.

· Provide feedback to the welding classroom instructor on supplies and equipment.

Other Duties

· Act as a resource, if needed, to employees, students and the general public and visitors to the NC RESA.

· Possess knowledge of NC RESA;s organization, mission , and philosophy.

· Perform other duties as deemed appropriate by the Coordinator of Operations and/or administration.

Relationships and Commitment

The assistant shall demonstrate commitment to the mission of the Newaygo County RESA through:

· Adherence to and enforcement of agency policies and administrative regulations.

· Performance resulting in quality outcomes.

· Performance resulting in internal and external consumer satisfaction.

· Continuous personal and professional improvement and development.

· Positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues and consumers.

· Continuously improving performance through internal and external evaluation.

· Exhibiting the mental/physical ability and stamina to meet essential duties of the position.

· Supporting the agency and department in the Continuous Improvement Plan, including all guiding principles, strategic directions, and service expectations.

· Acting as a resource, if needed, to employees, students, and the public visiting the NC RESA.

· Possessing knowledge of NC RESA’s organization, mission, and philosophy.

Other Required Skills

· Able to communicate effectively (language skills).

· Able to work with mathematical concepts (mathematical skills).

· Able to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions (reasoning skills).

· Physically able to successfully perform the essential functions of the job (physical demands). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

· General school building/workshop setting; the noise level in this position varies.

Terms of Employment

· Hourly employee (non-exempt)

· 12 month position; 8 hours per day

· Position covered under MESPA Master Agreement

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individual currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned. The RESA does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination or harassment in any program or activity that it operates, including in admission and employment, as required by Title IX and other applicable law, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity/expression), marital status, pregnancy status, genetic information, disability, age, or any other basis prohibited by law.

NC RESA reserves the right to alter/amend this job description at any time, following language in the MESPA Master Agreement.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.12 - $23.24 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• welding: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $23