Instructional Assistant Mechatronics

Under general supervision from assigned manager and in collaboration with instructional faculty provides instructional support to Mechatronics programs and activities requiring in-depth knowledge of subject area and associated use of technology computers software and equipment; provides technical and instructional assistance to support laboratory and classroom activities at multiple campuses; and provides purchasing inventory and maintenance duties for laboratory and classroom supplies materials and equipment.


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REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

1. Provides instructional support for program including technical and instructional assistance to students with special projects field trips homework presentations demonstrations or other instructional activities in classroom and lab settings; proctors exams and quizzes; collaborates with faculty to set up demonstrations; assists with curriculum planning and coordination; assists with layout and production of instructional materials including graphics and audio-visual aids; researches learns and shares information regarding new laboratory techniques and methods with District staff; programs computer chips used in class labs and projects; demonstrates and assists students in safe and proper use of lab equipment and tools; provides ongoing times and locations for formal tutoring sessions (online and/or on-site); hosts additional lab time and tutoring sessions for student projects examinations and study as needed.

2. Provides instructional support in online teaching environments including Learning Management Systems (LMS) purchasing and assembling take home lab kits and coordinating distribution activities.

3. Prepares monitors and cleans-up materials and supplies for classroom and lab activities; collects lab schedules from interacts with and coordinates lab preparation with department faculty; assists instructors with classroom preparation and equipment set-up; issues and collects tools equipment kits and other materials; assembles and packages project parts kits; fabricates or machines parts new lab equipment and training tools or equipment to be used for labs and projects.

4. Monitors and assists with the proper use of classroom and lab equipment and materials; assists with ensuring safety and security procedures are followed; inspects tools equipment and machinery for hazards and takes prompt action to prevent injury or damage; maintains function of all safety guards stops switches and cutouts on all equipment; maintains safety signage; facilitates use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and additional safety equipment; locks and unlocks building entrances and exits department doors and storage facilities as needed; cleans and organizes workspaces floors and storage facilities to ensure a safe working environment; rearranges equipment and facilities; modifies and updates operating procedures as needed.

5. Performs equipment and tool maintenance and set-up; assembles installs and tests new equipment; operates inspects maintains and performs minor repairs to hand and power tools machinery equipment and facilities; performs preventative and operational maintenance including troubleshooting diagnosing and repairing tools machinery equipment and facilities; arranges for servicing packaging shipping and/or repair of tools machinery or equipment as needed; fabricates new or renovated replacement parts for repairs and maintenance.

6. Maintains inventories and organizes the program lab facilities including stockroom and project areas; maintains repairs and manages inventory and distribution of department apparatus equipment manuals and supplies; maintains records of items checked in and out; inspects incoming shipments and distributes or stores in proper locations; designs organizes and maintains department storage facilities.

7. Provides initial computer technical assistance training and support to faculty staff and students; installs removes maintains and assists with troubleshooting department computer hardware and software; assists with set up of department computer systems and networks; maintains department databases; requests or arranges for assistance servicing or repair of department computer equipment from District Information Technology Services (ITS) staff or other resources.

8. Performs administrative duties for department; responds to inquiries regarding department operations or refers inquiries to appropriate staff; monitors coordinates and facilitates use of department facilities resources and equipment for access and security; prepares or assists with preparation of department reports and correspondence; maintains department records including warranties licenses and operating information for equipment and software.

9. Participates in the preparation and administration of assigned budget(s) including grants; researches and purchases assigned contracts materials and supplies and determines future needs; works with vendors to obtain quotes; requests purchase orders; inventories existing supplies and instructional materials; discusses new products or special needs with vendors and District staff; works with District staff to obtain lab lecture or other supplies; maintains expenditure records and prepares reports; advocates for the needs of the department; and creates prioritized lists of needed equipment for administration; provides input regarding annual budget development.

10. Ensures safe handling storage transportation and disposal of hazardous materials; complies with federal state and local laws and industry best practices for the handling and storage of hazardous materials; classifies and packages chemicals for hazardous waste removal; maintains hazardous chemical storage in a secure location with controlled access; maintains Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all chemicals and other safety-related documentation for hazardous materials; prepares listings of unneeded hazardous materials and arranges for pickup and removal from District premises.

11. Prepares loads and transports department materials between campuses or off-site locations; may be required to operate District vehicle for transport.

12. May perform basic first aid as needed.

13. Provides onboarding support general work training guidance supervision assistance and directs activities of students temporary employees or District staff.

14. Performs related duties that support the overall objective of the position.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE GUIDELINES
Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the required above knowledge and abilities is qualifying. Examples of ways to obtain the above knowledge and abilities could include but are not limited to the following:

Education/Training
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade or GED supplemented by college level coursework or specialized training in electronics mechatronics computer control or a related field.

Experience
One year of experience in electronics mechatronics and computer control environment.

License/Certificate - Possession of or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe each of the following:
Valid California Drivers License.
First Aid Certificate.
Hazardous Materials Awareness Certificate.


QUALIFICATIONS
The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Knowledge of:
Principles techniques protocols applications and equipment used in Mechatronics programs including electronics metal fabrication and printed circuit boards.
Operational characteristics of laboratory apparatus equipment and materials.
Principles and techniques used in the repair and calibration of instruments and equipment.
Federal state and local laws codes and regulations regarding instruction support of students and lab protocols including but not limited to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Basic inventory bookkeeping and purchasing processes and procedures.
Principles and practices of record keeping.
English usage spelling grammar punctuation and vocabulary.

Ability to:
Perform general technical and operational duties in support of Mechatronics programs including but not limited to operating and maintaining equipment computers and tools; maintaining and organizing supply inventories and storage facilities; proctoring tests; and supporting classroom and lab activities.
Fabricate printed circuit boards and parts for electronic equipment and student projects.
Assemble and package project parts kits and fabricate parts for kits and student projects.
Assist students in the use of lab equipment and lab procedures.
Operate vehicles and maintenance equipment including hand and power tools measuring devices machinery and equipment.
Read and interpret wiring diagrams schematics printed circuit boards electronic parts specifications and technical manuals.
Practice safety precautions techniques and procedures including safe lifting techniques lock-out/tag-out laboratory protocols and safe handling storage and disposal of hazardous materials.
Adapt to changing technologies and learn functionality of new equipment and systems.
Plan and organize work to meet schedules and changing deadlines.
Perform basic record keeping functions.
Compile information and statistics for reports and records.
Utilize office procedures methods and equipment including computers technology and applicable software applications sufficiently to perform the duties of the classification including Learning Management Systems (LMS) and specialized software and applications for printed circuit board design.
Maintain confidentiality of information.
Follow oral and written directions.
Communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
Provide onboarding support general work training guidance supervision assistance and directs activities of students temporary employees or District staff.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Work independently and collaboratively.
Apply District policies and procedures.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Environment: Work is performed indoors in a classroom/laboratory setting and outdoors in the field; exposure to dusts mists fumes wet or damp surfaces extreme heat or cold noxious odors chemicals and caustics and allergenic plants and materials; risk of insect and animal stings and bites; risk of exposure to blood borne and/or other pathogens; work with laboratory equipment and apparatus. Moderate exposure to risks controlled by safety precautions.

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office and/or indoor/outdoor education center/classroom/laboratory setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally walk stoop bend kneel crouch reach and twist; to lift carry push and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight to operate laboratory and office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; to verbally communicate to exchange information; and requires the wearing of personal protective equipment when necessary.

Vision:See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents; and to operate assigned equipment.

Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

WHY SIERRA

• One of Aspen Institutes Top150 Community Colleges in the nation
• The Accrediting Commission recognized Sierra for its exemplary practice of providing personnel with opportunities for continued professional development in order to meet its mission. This includes providing students and employees with a robust set of programs events and conferences related to equity-mindedness and supporting the success of our students etc.
• Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
• 18 paid holidays (including extended time off during the winter break)
• 12 accrued paid vacation days per year (vacation accrual increases over time)
• Competitive benefits package
• Flexible work schedules may be available
• Currently during summers some employee groups participate in 4x10 schedules
• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (in most cases)

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