Laboratory Technician - Ceramics (STH)
Antelope Valley College
Lancaster, CA
Full-time
Science
Posted on April 11, 2024
Under the direction of the Dean of Arts and Humanities, perform specialized and technical duties to assist in the operation and maintenance of a ceramics classroom/laboratory.
E = indicates essential duties of the position
KNOWLEDGE OF:
WORK DIRECTION, LEAD AND SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Not applicable – no permanent full-time staff to supervise.
CONTACTS: Instructors, student worker, students, vendors, other departmental personnel.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS - PLEASE READ
If you have, any questions or concerns or require accommodations for the application process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources Office at (661)722-6311.
Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with Antelope Valley Community College District.
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Antelope Valley Community College District (AVC) is committed to employing
administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success.
AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural
awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role
models for all students.
AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and
provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state
laws and regulations. To find out more about AVC, please visit our website at
antelopevalley.edu.
______________________________________________________________________
Annual Security Report is provided by Antelope Valley College for prospective students and employees. A copy of this report is available at http://www.avc.edu/administration/police/
E = indicates essential duties of the position
- Assist in the operation and maintenance of a ceramics classroom/laboratory; perform specialized and technical duties to assure efficient operations; set up classroom/laboratory and equipment for instructors. (E)
- Assist teachers and students in the proper and safe use of a variety of equipment, materials, and supplies in the instructional setting; provide assistance to students as appropriate, assigned or according to established procedures. (E)
- Prepare instructional materials and equipment for teacher demonstrations and student use as requested, according to approved procedures. (E)
- Maintain a ceramics classroom/laboratory environment in a safe, clean and orderly condition. (E)
- Formulate and test clays and glazes; fire and maintain kilns; operate and maintain a wide variety of specialized equipment including but not limited to mixers, wheels, and hand and power tools. (E)
- Order, receive and store supplies, materials, and equipment; maintain inventories, to assure appropriate quantities are available for instructional use. (E)
- Adjust, maintain, calibrate, and perform minor repair to equipment; report major repair needs or arrange for repairs according to established procedures. (E)
- Prepare and maintain various records and reports related to classroom/laboratory operations and activities as required. (E)
- Assist in the scheduling of the use of the ceramics classroom/laboratory equipment and supplies. (E)
- Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- Principles, practices, procedures, and equipment used in various ceramic and sculpture processes and techniques, including clay and glaze chemistry.
- Safety regulations involving materials and equipment used in a ceramics classroom/laboratory.
- Basic record-keeping techniques.
- Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.
- District organization, operations, policies, and objectives.
- Basic computer operation.
- Oral and written communication skills.
- Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
- Proper methods of storing equipment, materials, and supplies.
- Perform specialized and technical duties to assure efficient ceramics classroom/laboratory operation.
- Provide information and assistance to students and staff in the ceramics subject area.
- Safely operate, maintain, and demonstrate the use of specialized equipment, materials, and supplies.
- Maintain ceramics classroom/laboratory equipment in proper working order.
- Operate a computer terminal and related software applications.
- Understand and follow oral and written directions.
- Work independently with little direction.
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Meet schedules and timelines.
WORK DIRECTION, LEAD AND SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Not applicable – no permanent full-time staff to supervise.
CONTACTS: Instructors, student worker, students, vendors, other departmental personnel.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Ceramics classroom/laboratory, storage areas, and outdoor kiln areas.
- Exposure to fumes and potentially hazardous chemicals.
- Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate specialized equipment.
- Lifting and carrying heavy objects.
- Loading and unloading kilns.
- Climbing a ladder.
- Pushing and pulling carts.
- Frequent standing, walking, stooping, bending, kneeling, and squatting.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS - PLEASE READ
- Each recruitment is conducted independently from others; therefore, interested parties need to submit separate complete application packages for each position they apply for.
- It is important the applicants submit ALL documents requested for the application package to be deemed complete and given consideration.
- This includes, but is not limited to, submitting transcripts for all college coursework or degrees when requested to do so within a job announcement.
- All out of the country transcripts must be evaluated prior to submitting them with applications.
- Any evaluation service member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) http://www.naces.org/ is acceptable.
- If letters of recommendation are required, letters must be current within two years, signed and dated from individuals having knowledge of your professional experience.
- Typing certifications must be current within one year and must include name, date and net words per minute (NWP).
- For those disciplines with established Academic Senate's approved equivalency: complete the Supplemental Equivalence Request form (If applicant is applying based on an equivalency and is requesting review)
- Applicants may be subject to passing an examination (written/technical), as appropriate to the requirements of the position.
- Residency within a reasonable geographical area of the college may be necessary.
- Travel expenses for pre-employment interviews and employment processing will not be authorized.
If you have, any questions or concerns or require accommodations for the application process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources Office at (661)722-6311.
Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with Antelope Valley Community College District.
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Antelope Valley Community College District (AVC) is committed to employing
administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success.
AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural
awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role
models for all students.
AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and
provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state
laws and regulations. To find out more about AVC, please visit our website at
antelopevalley.edu.
______________________________________________________________________
Annual Security Report is provided by Antelope Valley College for prospective students and employees. A copy of this report is available at http://www.avc.edu/administration/police/
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