Purpose
The Automotive Technology Instructional Aide provides support to the Automotive Technology instructors and students at the
Hays campus. This position assists with daily classroom and shop activities by supervising and supporting students during hands-on projects,
preparing tools and resources, reinforcing proper shop and equipment safety practices, and providing general automotive technical assistance
to support and reinforce instructor-led learning.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma (or GED or High School
Equivalence Certificate) required - Associates degree preferred
- 2 years of work experience in specific occupational
field - Required knowledge in operation of related instructional equipment
- Technical knowledge and understanding of current
industry standards and practices - Must have excellent organization and communication skills
- Must practice and encourage
safety at all times - Teaching experience is preferred, but not required
- Basic computer knowledge/skills
preferred - Employment is dependent on a pre-employment background screening
Physical Requirements/Environmental
Conditions
- Where applicable, must be able to lift and handle 75 lbs, also able to push/pull up to 10-25 lbs
frequently - Where applicable, must be able to stand or walk for extended periods and frequently climb stairs, ladders, crouch, squat
or crawl - Will use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls
- Potential/frequent exposure to and use of
chemical products - Frequent use of power tools
- Will occasionally work in extremely hot or extremely cold conditions, and
movement between hot and cold environments occasionally - Possible stress due to deadlines and/or dealing with unpleasant or angry
people
Essential Functions & Job Duties
- Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
- Be observant,
dependable, and willing to assist students as needed. - Possess general automotive knowledge; prior automotive experience or knowledge
is preferred. - Provide assistance and resources to Technology instructors.
- Assist instructors in maintaining a safe learning
environment by following and modeling proper safety practices. - Support instructors during shop time by supervising students,
providing technical assistance, and guiding students as they work on shop projects. - Observe and assess students' abilities and help
measure competency throughout the learning process. - Provide additional assistance to students who may be struggling with concepts in
the classroom or shop. - Demonstrate a daily commitment to Fort Hays Tech | North Central's Mission, Vision, and
Values. - Perform other duties as assigned by the President or their designee.
Compensation & Benefits
- 172-day contract.
- Salary commensurate with education and experience.
- Comprehensive medical benefits
package. - Section 125 Cafeteria Benefit Plan.
- Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS).
- Paid sick leave and
personal leave. - Paid Parental Leave Program for eligible employees.
- Employee tuition assistance
opportunities. - Tuition reimbursement for eligible educational expenses in accordance with college policy.
- Opportunities for
professional growth and development.
Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcripts, and contact
information for three professional references at : https://bit.ly/HigheredEdAutoAid
Questions? For additional information about this opportunity, please contact
Aubree Winkel, Search Liaison, at 785-738-9059 or awinkel@fhtechnc.edu
Applications will be
accepted until the position is filled. Fort Hays Tech | North Central is an EOE/AAE