Lab Assistant Jobs in Gresham, OR (NOW HIRING)

Description Clackamas Community College (CCC) seeks to hire an Instructional Lab Assistants - Automotive and Welding. This is a part-time classified pool for available assignments during the academic year. Applications are considered throughout the academic year and reviewed based on Department need.

Should a review of your application result in the intent to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or e-mail for an interview. We are interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and candidates that may be from a less traditional background. We welcome applicants who bring a diversity of identity, culture, experience, perspective, and thought.

CCC is committed to continuous improvement and innovation in support of student-centered teaching and learning. We are committed to understanding and dismantling systems of oppression and to co-creating a more equitable educational system that in turn fosters a more equitable society. We strive to be a student-ready institution that supports and partners with students to promote discovery and growth.

We work to mobilize community-wide awareness and action related to College strategic priorities and seeks to build relationships in support of community well-being. At CCC, individuals are celebrated for their experience and expertise, validated for their unique perspectives, and engaged in ways that reflect their needs and interests. To learn more about CCC visit Leadership, Vision and Initiatives.

POSITION PURPOSE Assists the instructor during laboratory learning activities, and while the instructor is lecturing. Prepares materials and training aids and helps maintain shop equipment. Monitors student use of the shop areas, and safe usage of equipment and tools.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Assist instructors in educational activities related to Auto Service, Auto Body, or Welding. Provide participatory guidance to students involved in hands-on learning activities. Monitor and enforce safe work practices.

Help maintain tools and equipment relevant to the learning experience in the Automotive or welding labs. Work with instructors closely to help plan repair processes for student projects, and oversee adherence to project plans. Maintain cooperative working relationships with College staff, other organizations and the public.

Adhere to Department guidelines for safe usage of all equipment, and demonstrate proper hazardous waste disposal practices and environmental stewardship. Qualifications MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Must have recommendation from the Department Chair to apply for this position. High School Diploma or Equivalent AND two years of specialized training.

Auto Service assistants must be well versed in basic maintenance procedures, lube, oil, filters, brake service, cooling systems, lighting, starting, and charging systems. Auto Body assistants must be experienced in all phases of collision repair and auto restoration practices such as patch panels, welding, rust repair, metal forming, plastic fillers, paint prep and application. Must be familiar with maintaining spray booths and arrestor banks.

Must follow environmental guidelines and hazardous material handling and disposal methods. Welding assistants must be proficient in the use of manual and semi-automatic welding equipment. Have extensive knowledge of safety procedures as it pertains to welding, cutting and brazing.

Microsoft Word and Excel proficiency. Oral and written communication skills. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience using Auto CAD or similar CAD software.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Valid Driver's License acceptable in the State of Oregon. Other Job Elements The physical demands listed below represent those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF POSITION: While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, bend, kneel,stoop, communicate, and reach and manipulate objects. The position requires mobility, Duties involve moving materials and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.

Infrequently may be required to move equipment, materials or vehicles weighing over 75 lbs. with assistance from other personnel, or using lifting equipment such as hoists or dolly carts. The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. WORK CONDITIONS: Work location is an automotive repair facility. Noise levels are high, odors are present.

Specific personal protective requirements are posted in areas of exposure. Safety glasses are required at all times. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervision of other personnel is not a typical function assigned to this position.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general direction of the Department Chair. Additional Information APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: When applying for this position, you will be required to complete the NeoGov application and attach the following electronic documents. Resume Cover Letter explaining your interest in the position and describing how you meet the minimum qualifications and requirements of the position.

If applicable: Veteran's Preference documentation Any applications which do not have the required documents attached will be considered incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be considered. CCC makes employment decisions based solely on the candidate's demonstrated competencies as related to successful performance in the position.

Please remove all graduation and other education related dates from your application materials. For application support, please refer to this guide or contact NeoEd's support team @ 855.524.5627. Veterans' Preference Under Oregon Law, qualified veterans and current or former Oregon National Guard members may be eligible for veterans' preference when applying for positions with CCC

Preference will only be given if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and any special qualifications for the position and electronically attaches the required documentation at the time of application. Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veterans' disability preference letter. Documents Required MEMBER COPY 4 of DD Form 214 or 215 NGB Form 22 or 55 For information regarding Veteran's Preference qualifications, visit the following website: https://www.oregon.gov/boli/workers/Pages/veterans-preference.aspx TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: All positions at CCC are required to be available for work onsite as requested by the college

Requires flexible work schedule to meet program needs, which may include evenings and/or weekends. Those offered employment will be required to complete and sign forms before initiating the background check step. CCC employees must reside within 50 miles of the Oregon City, Harmony or Wilsonville campus as a condition of employment.

Providing false information will result in rejection of an application, employment offer or dismissal. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: CCC is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other protected class.