Lab Assistant (Transportation Technology)

LAB ASSISTANT

(Transportation Technology)

Scott Community College

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Under faculty supervision, assist in monitoring education labs with distribution and security of equipment and facilities, record-keeping, and helping students with orientation and pre-testing.

BENEFITS:

Benefits package includes, but not limited to:

• Annual paid vacation, sick and personal time
• 11 paid holidays off
• Retirement plan (TIAA or IPERS) with 9.44% employer contribution.
• Early retirement option after 10 years of service and age requirement
• EICC tuition reimbursement for employees and dependents
• Medical, vision, and dental coverage options
• Employer paid & voluntary life insurance
• Employer paid Long Term Disability insurance
• State employee discounts for phone, hotels, museums, etc.
• YMCA membership discount as low as $7/month for single plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Additional retirement options

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have recent documented work experience in the Automotive and/or Heavy Duty Truck Technology field.
• Must possess excellent communication and people skills. Ability to use electronic repair information systems is also required.
• Must have and maintain standard Driver's License and have the ability to obtain and maintain forklift driver's license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with engines, brakes, transmissions, drivelines, suspensions, air-conditioning, electrical, fuel, ignition and emission systems is preferred.
• CDL or other commercial driver's licenses are preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. regularly.
• Must be able to inspect vehicles to determine repairs needed.
• Good vision consistent with the ability to inspect student repair work.
• Must be able to bend, stretch, kneel, and squat to assess and assist students performing repairs and inspections.
• Extended periods of standing required.

SALARY:

$17.74/Hour

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assistant Transportation Technology instructors in the supervision of laboratory instruction.
• Provide oversight and opportunity for students to practice skills and give assistance to students to improve performance to enhance student learning and productivity.
• Ensure compliance with and maintain safety measures in all district lab spaces.
• Follow correct incident follow-up procedures.
• Responsible for the maintenance of equipment and supplies in transportation labs district-wide.
• Assist instructors in curriculum revisions as it pertains to the lab experience.
• Assist in identification of program needs as it relates to equipment, materials and supplies.
• Meet promptly with classes as requested by instructors.
• Maintain accurate classroom records as requested by instructors.
• Keep inventory of parts needed to complete laboratory experiments and be responsible for ordering, obtaining, and receiving parts.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of laboratory spaces in the transportation department district-wide.
• Provide demonstration/tours for prospective students and special interest groups as needed, and attend all advisory council meetings.
• Make copies of handouts and tests, distributing them as requested.
• Keep instructors informed of potential areas of concern in regards to program success.
• Work in tandem with faculty to ensure student success.
• Be committed to providing quality service that meets or exceeds the expectations of internal and external partners.
• Ensure all required trainings, documentation, and records are up to date and completed on time.
• Other duties as assigned.

It is the policy of Eastern Iowa Community College District not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status, as required by the Iowa Code §§216.6 and 216.9, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d and 2000e), the Equal Pay Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. § 206, et seq.), Title IX (Educational Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §§ 1681-1688), Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. § 794), and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12101, et seq.).

If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact EICC’s Equal Employment Opportunity Officer/Equity Coordinator, Eastern Iowa Community College District, 101 West Third Street, Davenport, Iowa 52801, 563-336-5222, equity@eicc.edu or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, Telephone: (312) 730-1560 Facsimile: (312) 730- 1576, TDD (800) 877-8339 Email:  OCR.Chicago@ed.gov.

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