Company:Manhattan Area Technical College Title:Technical Education Program and Facilities Assistant Job Classification: Full-time regular employment Work Schedule:Varies based on Employment Terms Reporting Relationship:CAO/ Dean of Advanced Technologies Compensation: Pay Grade 8. $15.57 - $23.35 per hour Location:Manhattan KS Main Campus
Primary Accountabilities:The Technical Education Program and Facilities Assistant provides support to the lead program faculty instructors in assisting trainees/participants towards their educational goals. The Program Assistant is responsible for primarily supporting the Construction Technology Plumbing Technology HVAC and Electrical Technology program faculty in planning and coordinating program activities that continually promote the development and effective use of skills in areas such as critical and analytical thinking evaluation communication computation problem solving and decision-making in a student-centered learning environment. When program classes for CST PLM HVAC and ELT are not in session remaining responsibilities will be fulfilled in support of the Facilities Department.
Primary Responsibilities:
In Coordination with the Program Faculty:
Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge of the field or disciplines supported
Work to instill in participants the technical competencies and employment behavior expected within the specific career field
Maintain a lab environment conducive to effective learning focused on learner-centered practices
Enforce appropriate rules and expectations of participants in the facilities(s) that are in compliance with MATC policies/procedures and that result in a safe effective learning environment
Participation in College and Program Activities:
Attend and participate in staff meetings college committees and college activities.
Participate in professional development opportunities both within and outside MATC.
Engagement with state meetings through KBOR regarding compliance of the program discipline.
Contribution to the Growth and Enhancement of College Mission and Programs:
Communicate effectively with staff students and the public the mission and operation of Manhattan Area Technical College and the specific program
Cooperate with other members of the MATC staff in planning instructional goals objectives and methods
Assist in the operation and management of MATC through effective planning and communication with administration and all staff personnel
Assist in the selection of resource materials and equipment and make facility improvement recommendations
Assist the lead faculty in the program with recruitment and additional creation and opportunities of workforce training to increase program capacity.
Increase industry and secondary institution partnerships and participation on program advisory board
Facilities Support (Summer and outside of program instructional time)
Maintains campus grounds including grass mowing snow removal grass trimming landscaping tree trimming weed control and trash pickup
Responds to maintenance requests as appropriate.
Performs routine repairs maintenance and services equipment as necessary
Performs interior building cleaning services as necessary
Assist with summer maintenance schedule and improvement projects
Monitors building conditions during working hours
Assists with installation of equipment when appropriate
Assists with coordination of services provided by outside contractors or vendors
Assists with moving furniture and equipment
Assists with deliveries including unloading trucks and package distribution
Complies with safety regulations and environmental laws including the use of Personal Protective Equipment while performing job duties
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Certificate and/or AAS in program disciplines or related building trade field (preferred)
Knowledge of and ability to utilize common construction formulas to code specifications (i.e. stair layouts)
Minimum of two years of work experience (four preferred)
Post-secondary teaching or industry trainer experience (preferred)
Certification in OSHA 10 (30 preferred)
Experience and credentials operating skid steer scissor lift and forklift preferred.
Strong computer and word processing skills (Microsoft Office suite preferred)
Strong interpersonal skills including public speaking and ability to represent MATC in a positive manner
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally through both verbal and written skills
Ability to interact effectively and professionally with students staff and faculty
Display a student-centered approach
Consistently demonstrate the highest levels of integrity and professionalism.
Demonstrated poise tact and diplomacy with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information and situations.
Physical Demands:
Ability to effectively and safely utilize program equipment and vehicles including power tools forklift scissor lift skid steer etc.
Ability to lift and move supplies up to fifty (50) lbs.
Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.
Ability to read screens print email and talk on the phone.
Ability to attend events as required.
Work Environment:
Professional and deadline-oriented environment in an educational setting.
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