PT Lab Assistant Diesel Technology

Job Details Job Location: Cogdell Learning Center - Midland, TX 79701 Position Type: Part Time Salary Range: $11.50 - $16.25 Hourly PT Lab Assistant Diesel Technology Job Summary The Part-Time Lab Assistant - Diesel Technology will work under the direction of the Department Chair to test, clean, and perform routine maintenance on automotive laboratory equipment. They will assist with setup and breakdown of class and lab demonstrations, help instructors prepare instructional materials, and implement learning activities. The assistant will also monitor student activities and progress with course assignments in the lab, ensure proper use of laboratory equipment, and comply with all system, college, state, and federal rules and regulations. About Midland College At Midland College, we believe education transforms lives, strengthens communities, and creates opportunity for future generations. As a driving force for workforce development and economic growth in the Permian Basin, we serve dual-credit students, first-time-in-college learners, adult students, and working professionals. Through strong partnerships with K-12 schools, universities, business and industry, and community organizations, we make education accessible, prepare students for meaningful careers, and help shape the future of our region. Midland College is a dynamic institution experiencing rapid enrollment growth and institutional growth. We are continually evaluating how we work, challenging ourselves to improve, and embracing innovation to serve our students and community better. Three Core Values define our culture YES – We embrace challenges with curiosity, optimism, and a solutions-oriented mindset. STUDENTS – Student success is at the center of every decision we make. ACT – We take ownership, move with purpose, and deliver meaningful results. We seek individuals who are adaptable, resilient, and energized by change. Our employees ask thoughtful questions, challenge the status quo, solve problems collaboratively, and continuously look for better ways to serve students. We work hard, think strategically, and hold ourselves accountable. We also believe great teams support one another, celebrate successes, and bring positivity, perspective, and a sense of humor to the workplace. What You Can Expect at Midland College A leadership team committed to action, collaboration, and continuous improvement. A Board of Trustees that values stewardship, innovation, and long-term vision. A community that believes deeply in the power of education to create opportunities. Meaningful work, supportive colleagues, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, every single day. Essential Functions Maintain clean and safe facilities, including organizing materials/supplies and tool room inventory Perform clerical duties in support of the department Operate laboratory equipment and apparatus requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination May assist students in a lab/classroom setting Must be able to verbally communicate to exchange information May require the use of personal protective equipment Other related duties as assigned Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent Basic knowledge of shop tools and equipment Knowledge of the proper use of hand tools used in diesel service and repair Knowledge of safety precautions pertaining to the maintenance of tools and equipment Knowledge of methods and procedures of inventory control General office computer system operation knowledge Preferred Qualifications Associate's Degree in a related field with one year of Co-ops/Internships that include hands-on lab experience in an automotive shop environment Work Environment Typical office Business Hours M-Th 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. F 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. summer M-Th 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 pm Periodic evening and weekend hours during peak periods (e.g., open enrollment, payroll) Occasional travel (less than 10%) Physical Demands Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time The person in this position needs to move to other locations on campus occasionally Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation Use of manual dexterity Must be able to stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach overhead, and lift/move equipment in excess of 50 pounds Must be able to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight Must have vision in the normal visual range with or without correction Must be able to hear in the normal audio range with or without correction Salary Range: $11.50 - $16.25 per hour Midland College faculty and staff enjoy a comprehensive choice of insurance plans* and retirement savings programs. medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans, FSA retirement savings programs tuition remission for employees generous paid time off including winter break To learn more go to: Midland College Benefits *eligibility may vary based on job classification Security Sensitivity All Midland College positions are security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. An employment offer is contingent on completion of a satisfactory criminal background investigation. #J-18808-Ljbffr Midland