Hagerstown Community College · 4 months ago
Engineering Technology Lab Assistant
Hagerstown, MD
Part-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$21/hr - $25/hr
1+ years expHagerstown Community College is seeking an Engineering Technology Lab Assistant to assist in the preparation and maintenance of laboratory equipment and supplies. The role involves working with various laboratory tools, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety and organization within the lab environment.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Assist in the preparation and maintenance of laboratory equipment and supplies:
Work safely with electrical and mechanical power equipment
Help set-up and take down physical laboratory equipment
Assist in the preparations of equipment and materials for laboratories, including but not limited to: research and educational activities in the lab, solar panels, welders/torches, 3d printers, soldering stations, pneumatic/hydraulic trainers, motors, printed circuit board machines, as well as new equipment installation and prove-out testing
Carry out basic maintenance of laboratory equipment including but not limited to: basic repairs, maintenance, and calibration of equipment, monitoring levels of consumable supplies, and troubleshooting/diagnosing basic instrument problems
Maintain all laboratory rooms in an orderly manner
Assist with inventories for the Business and Technology Division
Advise program coordinators with ideas for improvements for safety, usage, and quality of equipment and materials
Perform general duties as assigned to maintain laboratory rooms and storage in a neat, orderly efficient manner
Maintain list (and quantity) of all chemicals and reagents currently stored and used in laboratories for the Business and Technology Division
Maintain updated Safety Data sheets of chemicals and reagents for Business and Technology as required by OSHA and other state or federal guidelines
Work with the Director of Public Safety to update and store campus-wide Safety Data Sheets as required by law and in the case of emergency response
Work with various departments as needed to schedule and arrange training on chemical safety and waste storage and disposal procedures
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering technology or related field preferred or the willingness to work towards a bachelor's degree if hired
Candidate with a combination of experience and training including college, industrial, or military training may be considered
1-2 years of laboratory or industrial experience
Basic knowledge of laboratory equipment and its use in education, including basic troubleshooting/repair
Fluent knowledge of Microsoft Office software tools
Knowledge of laboratory and clerical procedures
Knowledge of and experience with storing, repairing, and handling laboratory equipment
Ability to operate and troubleshoot laboratory and office equipment
Knowledge of maintaining inventories of laboratory supplies/equipment, including chemical inventory and proper storage procedures
Knowledge of and experience with chemical safety (including Safety Data sheets) and hazardous waste disposal procedures
Ability to help define and implement divisional safety rules, policies and procedures
Clear communication skills
Good laboratory and computer skills including a conscientious attitude towards laboratory safety
Familiarity with fabrication tools and a variety of working materials
Ability to recognize common laboratory hazards
Good motor skills for manipulation of laboratory equipment and mobility for transport of materials, equipment etc
Ability to develop good working relationships with staff and students
Ability to occasionally lift boxes and equipment/supplies (up to 40 pounds)
Ability to stand for extended periods of time
Preferred
Coursework in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Technology, Industrial Technologies, Instrumentation, or Electronics is desired
Company
Hagerstown Community College
Hagerstown Community College is a school in Hagerstown.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
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TEDCO
2024-06-27Grant
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