Technical Education Program Assistant

About This Role

This role supports lead program faculty instructors in technical education, helping trainees achieve educational goals and promoting skill development in critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving. This position also provides facilities support during non-instructional times.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate thorough and accurate knowledge of the supported field or disciplines
• Instill technical competencies and employment behavior in participants
• Maintain a lab environment conducive to effective, learner-centered practices
• Enforce rules compliant with MATC policies to ensure a safe learning environment
• Implement safe precautions to protect participants, equipment, and facilities
• Attend and participate in staff meetings, college committees, and activities
• Participate in professional development opportunities
• Communicate effectively with staff, students, and the public regarding MATC's mission
• Assist in the selection of resource materials and equipment and recommend facility improvements
• Assist lead faculty with recruitment and creation of workforce training opportunities
• Increase industry and secondary institution partnerships
• Maintain campus grounds including mowing, snow removal, landscaping, and trash pickup
• Respond to maintenance requests and perform routine repairs
• Perform interior building cleaning services as necessary
• Assist with moving furniture and equipment and handling deliveries

Requirements

• Minimum of two years of work experience
• Knowledge of and ability to utilize common construction formulas to code specifications
• Strong computer and word processing skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, including public speaking
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally

Qualifications

• Certificate and/or AAS in program disciplines or related building trade field
• Minimum of two years of work experience, four preferred; post-secondary teaching or industry trainer experience preferred

Nice to Have

• Certificate and/or AAS in program disciplines or related building trade field
• Four years of work experience
• Post-secondary teaching or industry trainer experience
• OSHA 30 Certification
• Experience and credentials operating skid steer, scissor lift, and forklift
• Microsoft Office suite proficiency

Skills

* Required skills

Certifications