Lab Assistant, Computer Numeric Control (CNC) - (Grant-funded)

Performs responsible, professional work in support of specialized academic learning laboratory operation. Work is governed by broad instructions and objectives involving infrequent changing conditions. Requires substantial judgment and creativity in the development of activities and solution of problems. 

Essential Functions/Duties:

• Assist students in program procedures and practices.  
• Research, recommend and request budget items relative to costs, vendors etc.  
• Assemble and prepare new supply and equipment orders.  
• Prepare program class labs, clean and store lab equipment, and supplies.
• Price and select items for program lab.  
• Prepare inventory of equipment and supplies.  
• Conduct basic maintenance on lab equipment.  
• Implement teaching prescriptions for students requiring remediation.  
• Perform various tasks in college open computer system.
• Other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications:

Required Skills:

• The ability to establish an effective rapport with all Polk State College faculty and staff.  
• Excellent organizational skills, with special attention to detail.  
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.  
• Ability to work well with others.  
• General office skills. 
• Maintain professional appearance.  
• Experience with computer, word processing and spreadsheets.  
• Ability to maintain confidential information.  
• Ability to work independently under indirect supervision following established practices and clear-cut policies in the performance of most duties.  
• Makes decisions when general instructions, established methods and clearly defined precedents indicate action to be taken, but referring unusual problems to Supervisors.  

Working Conditions/Additional Information 

• Must be flexible and able to adapt well to changes.

Salary and Benefits Information

• This position is level C15. 

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; short-term disability; paid holidays and sick leave; vacation (excluding faculty positions); retirement benefits for eligible employees; and college fee waivers.
 
Required Education:

• Graduation from a standard high school (or equivalent) is required.

Preferred Education:

• Associate degree preferred. 

Required Experience: 

• Professional training as a CNC Machinist is required
• One (1) year of experience in a CNC environment is required.

Preferred Experience:

• NIMS industry certification is preferred.

Supplemental Information:

Submissions that do not include all parts of the following required information will not be considered: 

• a resume.
• an electronic job application (all sections MUST be completed). 

Important Information

• If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
• Polk State College participates in E-Verify. Candidates must provide documentation of eligibility to work in the United States. Polk State College does not provide visa sponsorship. 
• To request Veteran’s Preference, please be sure to upload all necessary documents (DD-214, etc.) to your application.
• Polk State College is a drug-free workplace.
• Polk State College is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. Reasonable accommodation is considered on a case-by-case basis.  
• Employment visa sponsorship is unavailable for this position. Applicants requiring employment visa sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., F-1 STEM OPT, H-1B, TN, J1, etc.) will not be considered.
• Reference checks, successful completion of a background check, and third-party Education Verification for all stated degrees will be required prior to employment.
• Polk State College does NOT provide relocation assistance for this position.

Equal Opportunity Statement 
 

Polk State College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs, activities, or employment.  For information about the College’s equal access and equal opportunity policies and procedures, or to file a complaint, please contact:

Title IX Coordinator

3425 Winter Lake Road

Lakeland, FL 33803

863.669.2903

compliance@polk.edu 

For additional information, visit polk.edu/compliance

We encourage applicants to provide feedback on their experience or request help at Careers@polk.edu.