Job Description

Position Information

Position Title Lab Assistant - Electrical/Electromechanical Department - PTT Department Electrical/Electromechanical Location Milford Job Category Faculty Job Type Part-Time Temporary Posting Number 02285 Position End Date

Position Summary Information

General Description of Position

Under the general direction and supervision of the Program Director, the Lab Assistant will work with students on industrial drives, robotics, programmable logic controllers, and other such devices.

The Lab Assistant will need to be able to work from Monday through Thursday during the semester. Possibly 12-15 hours a week. This is a part-time temporary position and is part of a pooled posting for the 2026–2027 academic year.

Essential Functions

1. Operate and utilize appropriate classroom and laboratory technology and equipment as part of the instructional process, including multimedia workstations, document cameras, smart boards, computers, and online learning management systems.
2. Assist with classroom and laboratory preparation and support, including setting up, organizing, maintaining, and storing instructional materials, tools, and equipment.

Promote a Culture of Belonging

Support and promote an environment of belonging where all students, faculty members, and college employees feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute. Foster a community where each individual and their varied perspectives enrich the educational experience and create a safe and respectful environment. Support the College’s policies and programming related to access, fair employment, and equal opportunities for all.

Marginal Functions

1. May be required to perform associated duties, functions, or assignments in other divisions, programs, areas, campuses, or locations as required.
2. Perform other College functions and duties as assigned.
3. Must be able to work varied days, hours, shifts, locations, and campuses as required. Work schedules and locations are determined by Southeast Community College based on the needs of the College and may be modified as necessary. Emergency or scheduled special activities may require work outside the regular workweek
4. Assist with maintaining a safe, clean, and organized laboratory environment and follow established College, laboratory, and equipment safety procedures.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. Knowledge of basic electrical/electromechanical concepts, tools, equipment, and safety practices.
2. Skill in using basic electrical tools, meters, equipment, and technology.
3. Ability to assist students with hands-on laboratory activities and equipment under faculty direction.
4. Ability to read basic electrical schematics, follow instructions, and perform basic troubleshooting.
5. Ability to maintain a safe, clean, and organized laboratory environment.
6. Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with students, faculty, and staff.
7. Ability to communicate effectively in writing, in person, and on the phone.
8. Ability to use basic computer skills.
9. Ability to lift and carry up to fifty (50) pounds for short distances and move tables, chairs, and media equipment when necessary.
10. The individual must possess the above skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Education in Robotics, Programmable Logic Controllers, and Industrial Drives.

Desired Qualifications

1. Experience working with adult learners
2. Experience working with diverse populations of students at various levels of language ability, skills, and learning abilities.

Salary

TBD

Benefits

Part-time temporary employees are eligible to participate in the TIAA retirement plan through a Roth, SRA, or 457(B) account, with no match provided by the College.

Schedule

This is a part-time, temporary position with assignments based on program needs.

Posting Detail Information

Please be advised that Southeast Community College will require a Criminal History Background Check prior to final offer.

Open Date 10/22/2026 Close Date 06/30/2027 Open Until Filled Yes Veterans Preference

This position is subject to Nebraska veterans preference. Preference may be available to qualifying veterans, disabled veterans, certain spouses of veterans, and spouses of servicemembers as provided by Neb. Rev. Stat. §§ 48-225 through 48-231. Applicants who wish to claim veterans preference must indicate their claim on the employment application and provide the required documentation to Human Resources.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is open on an as-needed basis. Applications will remain in the open pool, and applicants will be contacted based on the department’s needs at the time of submission. If accommodation or assistance is needed to complete an application, contact Human Resources at 402-323-3392.

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