"Instructional Assistant 2- Automotive"

Position Information

Posting Number: 0601366-C

Position Type: Classified

Position Title: Instructional Assistant 2- Automotive

Division/Department: Automotive Technology

Location: Advanced Transportation Technology Center, Lebanon, OR

Job Summary

Assists and supports Automotive Technology instructor(s) in providing one-to-one instruction to individual students. Supports the department with lab maintenance, organization, parts and supply ordering, and day-to-day operations of setup for demonstrations and labs. Helps maintain a safe, clean, and orderly shop area. Assists all students and faculty in using safe practices in completion of class projects. Models safe practices and professional behavior at all times.

Required Qualifications

Education and Experience: Position requires an AA/AS degree in an automotive, diesel, or related technical discipline or equivalent industry experience in a similar field. One-year full-time related industry experience with fluency in auto mechanics and systems or equivalent technical area. Prefer a basic understanding of machining and welding practices. Minimum of two years full-time related industry experience that may have resulted in a recognized industry certification is preferred. A minimum of one-year experience working with training employees in the industry is desirable.

Certificates and Licenses: Requires valid Oregon driver’s license. Must acquire and maintain an industrial fork lift certification within 30 days of employment. ASE certification is preferred.

Knowledge and Skills: Must have a working knowledge of instructional techniques and skills sufficient to instruct and tutor students on an informal level. Must possess technical knowledge and manual skills in the specific laboratory areas of auto mechanics. Must be familiar with current shop equipment and related hand tools. Requires working knowledge of safety practices, OSHA regulations, and operation of shop equipment and vehicles. Basic computer competency. Strong communication and organizational skills are required.

Preferred Qualifications

Abilities: Possess the ability to set up and maintain a laboratory environment and related equipment in a safe, clean, and functional manner. Ability to independently set up student projects as assigned. Must be able to work independently and willing to take initiative without immediate supervision. Must be able to instruct students in the use of industry equipment, supplies, and personal protective equipment in accordance with industry standards. Some ability to weld or heat treat using oxy-fuel equipment. Ability to work with students one-to-one and in small groups. Must be able to communicate in both classroom/lab settings and departmental settings. Must possess the ability to work as a team member with other instructional assistants and across the Advanced Transportation Technology Department. Must be able to work respectfully with individuals of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and abilities.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Work Environment & Conditions: Work is performed in a fully equipped automotive shop that closely mirrors a dealership environment, along with attached classrooms. Safety and health hazards exist as in a normal shop environment. Interruptions, distractions and/or irregularities in work schedule are expected and occur intermittently. Changes and advancements in the automotive industry and lab environment require occasional upgrading of skills. Requisite skills are required to operate equipment and tools.

Physical Requirements: Requires sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate equipment and the physical ability to stand for extended periods of time while working in a shop environment. Requires hearing and speaking skills sufficient to communicate with staff and students. Requires visual acuity to read words and numbers and operate shop machines and measuring instruments. Requires ability to lift and manipulate light to medium weight materials (10 to 50 pounds). Position involves frequent bending, standing, kneeling, reaching below and above shoulders, and lifting objects weighing up to 50 lbs. while performing job duties.

Essential Duties

1. Assists and provides guidance for students in completing assigned lab activities. Engages students through observation and asking questions. Ensures that students have requisite knowledge and skills to engage in the assigned work safely. May work with students one on one on projects. May include developing individualized strategies and resources to assist students in reaching needed skill sets.
2. Monitors student work and ensures they follow proper safety procedures and the use of personal protective equipment at all times.
3. Assists students with lab assignment activities and projects, monitors the selection and proper use of materials, tools, and equipment.
4. Prepares labs by setting up the correct materials, tools, training aides, and machines. May assist staff in developing instructional materials and proctoring exams.
5. In the absence of an instructor, may oversee, assist, and provide guidance for students working in the lab.
6. Observes, models, and enforces all safety procedures and equipment usage. Updates safety procedures, practices, and maintains current, organized MSDS information. Maintains records for fire, safety and waste streams.
7. Maintains assigned work areas of the lab in a clean and safe condition, including keeping the shop clean and organized. Performs regular and preventative maintenance to equipment and machines, or coordinates needed repairs with outside vendors.
8. Maintains shop resources including parts storage, supplies, tools, and equipment needed for lab instruction, and in designing and building training aids. Places orders, obtains bids and purchases items according to college policies.
9. Coordinates projects entering and leaving the shop.
10. May help to organize projects and activities pertaining to industry, such as Dyno Days.
11. May oversee work of one or more work-study employees.
12. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Salary Information

The Instructional Assistant 2 position is a Grade 16. For the 2025-26 Academic Year: Grade 16, Step 1 on the Classified salary schedule is $42,172.47 for a 200-day Academic Year appointment, prorated at 0.810 FTE.

Applicant Instructions

Please complete the online application and upload or attach the following required documents:

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Unofficial Academic Transcript

Posting Date: 12/19/2025

Closing Date: 01/06/2026

FTE Load: 0.810

Full-time or Part-time: Full-time, Academic Year (Contracted with Benefits)