Welding Lab Assistant

Job Responsibilities

York Technical College, a member of the South Carolina Technical and Comprehensive Education System, is a public, two-year institution of higher education that offers a variety of associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates. Through maximizing student success, the College seeks to contribute to the economic growth and development of York, Lancaster, and Chester counties and of the State. The Welding Lab Assistants perform the following functions:

• Laboratory Set Up: Works with faculty and other part-time lab staff to ensure that laboratory activities are set up properly each week. Identifies potential conflicts or hazards and works with faculty or the department chair to resolve. Provides support for special laboratory projects or development of new materials.
• Inventory Control: Monitors inventory and maintains adequate supplies of all lab materials. Notifies the department chair and lab coordinator when supplies are low or special orders need to be places.
• Chemical Safety: Monitors waste production and notifies the department chair and lab coordinator if waste removal is needed. Maintains all safety records.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent. Laboratory experience is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic laboratory skills and safety procedures.
• Ability to keep highly organized records and monitor laboratory inventory.
• Possession of a collaborative nature with demonstrated problem solving, communication, and critical thinking skills.
• Basic knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Ability to work evenings as needed.

Additional Comments

Applicants indicating degree(s) on the application may be required to provide unofficial copies of transcripts in the application process and official transcript upon hire.

Benefits

Benefits for State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies. Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses. Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options. Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.