Part -Time Air Conditioning Technology Program Professional Laboratory Assistant - Hall Campus

Lanier Technical College is conducting a search for the following part-time position for our Hall County (Gainesville) campus.  NOTE:  A background check and professional reference check are part of the selection process. Please contact Human Resources at 770-533-6903 or humanresources@laniertech.edu if any assistance/accommodation is needed in the application/interview process.

POSITION:      AIR CONDITIONING TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM PROFESSIONAL LABORATORY ASSISTANT – Hall campus

REPORTS TO:             Dean of Applied Technology

COMPENSATION:     Depending on education and qualifications

DEADLINE:                  Until filled

EFFECTIVE:                Immediate

JOB SUMMARY

The Professional Laboratory Assistant works under the direct supervision of the Program Director and performs routine inventory management, classroom and shop organization, and instructional activities with students. All Tasks require close attention to detail in the preparation, basic maintenance, and operation of laboratory equipment, inventory, and requisition of supplies, assisting faculty in supervision of students assigned to laboratories, and other related duties. Professional Lab Assistants are employed on an individual academic term basis

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under general supervision:

·       Ensures that safety and security requirements are met in the Classroom & Shop

·       Maintain and organize lab/shop inventory

·       Prepare lab/shop for class instruction

·       Obtains materials needed for classes, including hardware, activity sheets, and other materials

·       Assist faculty members with classroom instruction, exams, record keeping, and adherence to safety procedures, tracking attendance/performance, and other miscellaneous tasks related to instruction

•    Interact with students as needed to support the educational environment

·       Ensure all tools and materials are returned and stored properly after each class

·       Clean lab/shop at the end of each class

·       Documents all changes to inventory or tool condition to the program director by email

·       Maintains supplies/equipment and emails classroom/lab requests to the program director

·       Completes required institutional training

This position will serve to support courses in our Air Conditioning Technology program. 

-Classes are scheduled Monday – Thursday, 8 am-4 pm

-Semester classes meet one (1) day per week for 16 weeks.

-Summer Term meets two (2) days per week for 8 weeks.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Strong work ethic. Work experience in education, maintenance, customer service, or trades. Strong organizational skills; Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Self-directed, effective decision-making and problem-solving skills; Ability to work cooperatively with others in a fair and unbiased manner, and to maintain a pleasant, professional relationship with students and faculty/staff; Ability to supervise diverse students in a variety of educational settings.

PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES:

·       Ability to perform physical aspects of the position, including, but not limited to: Lifting, prolonged standing, sitting, bending, stooping, and operating or performing work with associated tools and machines without accommodation;

·       Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, positive attitude, and professional attire.

·       Effective decision-making and problem-solving skills

·       Self-directed, ability to follow written instructions.

·       Ability to maintain accurate Lab/Shop records and inventory

·       Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

·        Ability to supervise students in a classroom and/or lab setting.

·       Ability to maintain a professional relationship with students and faculty/staff

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (in addition to minimum qualifications and competencies):

·       Three (3) years of work experience in education, maintenance, customer service, or trades

·       Experience in education or an instructional environment

·       Associate degree in a related field of physics, technology, or education

As set forth in its student catalog, Lanier Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, sex, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). The following person(s) has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Title IX Coordinator:  Nancy Beaver, 770-533-7000, nbeaver@laniertech.edu

Section 504 Coordinator:  Veronica Bowermaster, 770-533-7003, vbowermaster@laniertech.edu

NOTICE: Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Lanier Technical College is a registered participant in the federal work authorization
program commonly known as E-Verify. Lanier Technical College Federally-Issued User ID: 46367 Date of Authorization: 3/28/2007

It is the obligation of Lanier Technical College to ensure orderly operation, to protect the rights of all members of the LTC community, to prohibit acts which materially and substantially interfere with legitimate educational objectives, or interfere with the rights of others and to take disciplinary action where conduct adversely affects the College’s pursuit of its educational objectives. To this end, LTC complies with the Title II of Public Law 101-542, Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act – also known as the "Jeanne Clery Act." The Act requires that the College make available the report of campus crime statistics for the previous fiscal year by October 1st each year. The most recent LTC Campus Safety and Security Report is available at www.laniertech.edu. You may also request a paper copy from the Lanier Technical College Police Department located in the Breeden-Giles building on the Hall County Campus, 2535 Lanier Tech Drive, Gainesville, GA 30507.