About the role
Position Summary:
Hiring compensation range: $21.86 to $24.04 per hour depending on qualification, subject to current College salary schedule.
Job Summary:
The Basic Welding and Advanced Welding Technology programs are seeking a Part-Time Specialist to support instructional activities within the welding laboratory by maintaining a safe, organized and efficient learning environment.
This position assists the program manager, instructors and students with laboratory operations, equipment setup, inventory management, material preparation and safety compliance.
The Part-Specialist plays a key role in ensuring the welding equipment, tools, and supplies are properly maintained and available to support instructional objectives and student success.
The position is designed to improve operational efficiency, reduce student waiting times, and enhance the overall student experience.
Job Duties:
- Prepare adequately for class and arrive promptly for class meetings, labs and other scheduled instructional activities.
- Prepare daily lab activities, ensuring the workspace is clean, safe, stocked and free of broken equipment.
- Prepare welding booths, equipment, materials and tools for daily instructional activities.
- Assist instructors with laboratory demonstrations, projects, and hands-on training exercises.
- Monitor laboratory activities to ensure welding and industrial equipment is used properly and safely.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of welding laboratory, storage areas and workstations.
- Perform routine inspections, cleaning and preventative maintenance on welding and industrial equipment.
- Identify and report broken welding and industrial equipment.
- Coordinate service calls and repairs.
- Assist with maintaining welding ventilation systems.
- Promote and enforce laboratory safety procedures and safe work practices.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, college safety policies and industry standards.
- Monitor use of personal protective equipment (PPE) by students and staff.
- Assist with emergency preparedness and response procedures.
- Monitor inventory levels of welding consumables, metals, gases, tools and other materials.
- Maintain inventory records and assist with ordering supplies and materials.
- Track usage of instructional materials and supplies.
- Provide basic instructions and guidance to students regarding proper and safe equipment operation.
- Assist students in locating tools, supplies, materials and equipment needed for laboratory exercises.
- Assist with preparation for accreditation and program compliance.
- Support special events, open houses, certification testing and industry engagement activities.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications:
- Technical diploma or certificate in Welding Technology or related field.
- Working knowledge of welding processes (SMAW, GMAW, FCA, GTAW, and Oxy-Fuel), metallurgy, and fabrication techniques.
- Ability to operate welding and industrial equipment safely.
- Understanding of welding shop safety standards and OSHA regulations.
- Ability to inspect, maintain and troubleshoot welding and industrial equipment.
- Ability to communicate information clearly and effectively to groups of students.
- Proficient with computers and willingness to learn institutional systems, including Workday and Etrieve.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, student-centered environment.
- Demonstrated commitment to professionalism, confidentiality, and quality customer service.
Additional Information:
The Basic Welding and Advanced Welding Technology programs conduct classes Monday – Friday from 8:00 am to 11:00 pm.
The position will work up to 29 hours per week, with scheduling determined by operational needs and coverage requirements. Flexibility is essential. Work may include evening hours and support for special events, student competitions, and community outreach activities.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb stairs, and lift materials up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work in a laboratory environment with exposure to heat, noise, fumes and industrial equipment.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) that includes welding helmets, safety glasses, gloves and protective clothing.
- Visual acuity sufficient to inspect equipment and monitor welding activities.
Equipment Used
- SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, GTAW, and SAW machines
- Track Torch
- Oxy-fuel welding and cutting systems
- Plasma arch cutting machines
- Hydraulic ironworkers
- Horizontal and vertical band saws
- Bench and pedestal grinders
- Drill press
- Pipe beveling machines
- Hydraulic presses
- Shears and brakes
- Pipe and tune benders
- Air compressors and compressed air systems
- Welding fume extraction systems
- Forklift
Closing Date:
Evergreen Continuous Recruitment
Hillsborough College is an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe that diversity and inclusion among our applicants and employees is critical to our success as a community partner.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical/mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, and military/veteran status.
Preference will also be given to veterans and spouses who are eligible under the Veterans' Preference Law. At time of application, submittal of Form DD214 is the minimum requirement for veterans' preference claim. Note: Please upload your DD214 as an attachment as part of your application at the time of submission.
The selected candidate identified for this position will be required to successfully complete a Level II criminal background check, which includes fingerprinting.
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