OTC Lab Assistant

## Description
**Duties & Responsibilities**

• Assist instructors with laboratory, shop, and hands-on instructional activities.
• Support student learning by reinforcing proper techniques, safety procedures, and best practices.
• Assist with the setup, operation, cleanup, and organization of laboratory and classroom activities.
• Monitor laboratory and shop environments to promote a safe and productive learning experience.
• Demonstrate the proper use, care, and maintenance of tools, equipment, and instructional resources.
• Assist with routine maintenance, organization, and inventory of equipment, tools, consumable supplies, and instructional materials.
• Report damaged, unsafe, or missing equipment to the appropriate instructor or department head.
• Assist instructors in evaluating student competencies and practical skill development as appropriate.
• Provide individual or small-group instructional assistance and tutoring when requested by the instructor.
• Encourage student engagement while supporting retention, attendance, and academic success initiatives.
• Assist with classroom, laboratory, and campus events including orientations, demonstrations, open houses, advisory committee meetings, and recruitment activities.
• Support curriculum improvement efforts and provide feedback regarding laboratory operations and instructional resources.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional laboratory environment that reflects industry standards.
• Follow all institutional policies, OSHA requirements, manufacturer recommendations, and program safety procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information in accordance with institutional policies and applicable regulations.
• Model Oklahoma Technical College's CARES values and demonstrate professionalism, integrity, teamwork, adaptability, and a student-centered approach.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Head, Director of Education, or Campus Director.

**Effort and Commitment**

• Demonstrates a high level of commitment, professionalism, and accountability in all assigned responsibilities.
• Works effectively within the organizational structure while maintaining positive working relationships with students, faculty, and staff.
• Demonstrates initiative by identifying needs, solving problems, and completing tasks with minimal supervision.
• Maintains flexibility and adapts to changing priorities, instructional needs, and departmental objectives.
• Accepts constructive feedback and implements recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Maintains regular and dependable attendance and adheres to institutional work schedules and policies.
• Uses work time efficiently while maintaining a positive attitude and commitment to student success.
• Represents Oklahoma Technical College professionally both on and off campus.

## Qualifications
**Term of Appointment**

• This is a temporary position. Employment is intended to be transitional and may not exceed 6 months, unless extended by the Campus Director based on institutional needs, program requirements, and employee performance.

• **OTC Lab Assistant**
• **This position will be designated to Diesel, however will be cross trained and utilized in other program lab settings.**
• **Minimum Requirements****:**

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Postsecondary education, technical training, or completion of a related career training program preferred.
• One (1) year of experience in an educational, laboratory, shop, or industry setting preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the tools, equipment, materials, and safety practices associated with technical training programs.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, staff, and the public.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and maintain a professional demeanor.
• Current industry certifications related to the assigned program are preferred but not required.