What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Lab Technician - CTE (Career Technical Education) position at West Hills Community College District?
Please note: This position is pending final negotiation and approval by the Board of Trustees. An offer of employment cannot be finalized until Board approval is received.
Summary
Provides technical and instructional assistance to students involved in career technical disciplines including Diesel Technology, Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning, Heavy Equipment, and Agricultural Sciences. To include laboratory settings designed to further student’s knowledge. Sets up, demonstrates, oversees, tests, or simulates situations to support learning in compliance with student lab requirements.
Distinguishing Career Features
The Instructional Lab Technician supports instruction in the classroom as well as scheduled classroom and supplemental labs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Works with students individually and in class-sized groups to enhance their learning. Provides direct assistance in using equipment and materials needed for instruction, as well as orienting students to the laboratory.
- Works with faculty/instructional administrator to design, construct, modify, fabricates, or rebuild equipment, modules, experiments/projects that will be used in the classrooms/laboratories in a division comprised of various related but different subject areas. To assist the instructor in delivering desired instructional outcomes.
- Provides technical assistance to students, faculty, and staff. Troubleshoots and diagnoses problems with equipment; may assist in setting up laboratory projects, experiences, or assignments as directed by faculty/instructional administrator.
- Assists instructors in the classroom/laboratory concurrently with lecture or discussion. May perform more hazardous and/or complex procedures for students.
- Receives study and simulation modules from faculty members, then facilitates discussion and /or lab work with small groups of students participating in the exercises.
- Administers learning simulations, and proctors tests and/or quizzes to students as provided by instructors in classroom or laboratory environment. Assists instructors by proctoring make-up tests.
- Works with faculty/instructional administrator to acquire, maintain, and inventory equipment, materials, and supplies, including—but not limited to—chemicals, reagents, fuels, apparatus, etc., and written materials required for student instructional needs.
- Works with faculty/instructional administrator to make repairs to equipment and learning assistance devices. Checks out and maintains inventory of tools, equipment, supplies, and materials used by students. Maintaining contact with appropriate vendors may be required.
- Maintains records of laboratory activity, including typing forms or inputting data or otherwise retaining information regarding the acquisition, maintenance, and distribution of tools, equipment, materials, supplies, and/or written materials.
- May be required to maintain
sup-to-date documentation of SDS sheets, hazardous materials, substances, and chemicals.
- Provides for the general cleanliness and security of the laboratory or shop work area. Handles and disposes of harmful or hazardous materials according to specific instructions relating to their disposal. Participates in providing a safe environment for the conduct of the laboratory. Reports maintenance problems as they occur.
- Oversees the work of student helpers under the guidance of faculty/instructional administrator. Coordinates their activities in support of the instructional goals. Trains student helpers in appropriate technical aspects of their work. May maintain records for pay purposes.
- Assists with the budgeting process by researching and assembling pertinent historic information and projections. Administers approved budgets.
- Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.
The position requires a working knowledge of principles and properties of mechanical systems, safety protocols and practices, equipment operations/maintenance/troubleshooting, mechanical aptitude, interpretation of technical documents, and record keeping. Requires working knowledge in the use of basic-to-advanced laboratory equipment. Requires in-depth knowledge of laboratory or workshop procedures, organization, equipment, testing, experiments, and simulations. Requires knowledge of safe and proper handling of harmful chemicals and substances. Requires a basic understanding of instructional methods and techniques. Requires basic mathematics skills to make calculations. Requires sufficient knowledge of computers to use standard desktops and specialized applications used in education. Requires sufficient knowledge of the English language to prepare correspondence and materials suitable for classroom presentation. Requires ability to assist students with basic laboratory techniques. Requires sufficient human relation skills to facilitate learning with groups of students, oversee student workers, and convey concepts to students. Requires sensitivity to the needs of students of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
Requires the ability to carry out the position's responsibilities, including delivering instruction to small groups and individual students, designing and setting up laboratory assignments, experiments, simulations, tests, and student projects. It requires the ability to prepare instructional equipment for laboratory projects and experiments. The ability to operate, calibrate, and perform minor repairs to laboratory equipment and tools is required. Requires the ability to maintain the lab and equipment in a safe and organized manner, including handling hazardous materials and equipment as required for some labs. Requires the ability to instruct students in the use of equipment and programs. Requires the ability to perform routine record-keeping. Requires the ability to organize and prioritize work and manage time effectively. Requires the ability to communicate with students, instructors, and other interested parties in both formal and informal settings. Requires the ability to coordinate the activities of work-study students.
The incumbent must be able to function effectively indoors and outdoors in a classroom/welding laboratory environment and be engaged in work of a primarily active nature. Requires sufficient ambulatory ability to stand for extended periods, lift and move medium-weight materials up to 50 pounds, and move welding lab equipment and supplies. Requires sufficient arm, hand, and finger dexterity and the ability to use a computer keyboard and other office equipment. Communicating with staff and students in one-on-one and small group settings requires normal hearing and speaking skills. Requires visual acuity to read printed materials and labels and to observe students perform tests and assignments.
The position typically requires 18 units of position aligned coursework and one year of relevant experience.
Requires a valid driver’s license.
Preferred: Class A Commercial Driver's License or the ability to obtain one. An EPA 608 License or the ability to obtain one.
Working Conditions
Work is performed indoors and outdoors, where significant safety considerations exist due to physical labor, handling of medium-weight yet awkward materials and equipment, the operation of agricultural and industrial equipment, the handling of flammable chemicals and gas, and high-voltage equipment.Conditions of Employment: Employment in this position is contingent upon successful completion of negotiations and final approval by the District’s Board of Trustees.
REQUIRED MATERIALS:
- Online District Application
- Resume
- Unofficial Transcripts
Background Check: All of our positions require the ability to pass a background and live scan.
Selection Process: Depending upon the number of applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, the examination process may include a qualifications screening by a committee. Those demonstrating the strongest backgrounds related to the position will be invited to interview.
Salary : $50,462 - $53,536