"Instructional Support Technician IV for Dealer Service Technology (ThinkBIG)"

Instructional Support Technician IV for Dealer Service Technology (ThinkBIG)

Company: Portland Community College

Job Location: Portland, 97280-0990

Category: Laboratory and Research

Type: Full-Time

****Join our Team at Portland Community College****

Portland Community College is the largest post-secondary institution in Oregon and 19th largest in the nation, serving approximately 80,000 full- and part-time students. PCC, which is roughly the size of Rhode Island, has four comprehensive campuses, five workforce training and education centers, and 200 community locations in the Portland metropolitan area. Wherever you're coming from and wherever you're going in life, Portland Community College has the classes and programs to get you there. Our unique role is to make high-quality education accessible to everyone, creating opportunities for our students and contributing to the economic development of our community.

Portland Community College embraces equity and inclusion as a priority. We are committed to building a community with a variety of backgrounds, skills, views, and life experiences. The more we value equity and inclusion, the more we will add value to the work we do and how we serve our students, engage with each other, and the Oregon Community that we serve. Creating a culture that honors equity and inclusion is our objective and the smart path forward.

Portland Community College will ensure that applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for the hiring process are provided for. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the PCC Talent Acquisition Team at pccjobs@pcc.edu.

***Please Note:*** PCC currently limits employment to individuals residing in Oregon and Washington.

We are currently seeking a full-time (40 hours per week) Instructional Support Technician IV to support Caterpillar Dealer Service Diesel Technology Program (THINKBIG).

This position is located at Portland Community College's Rock Creek campus.

****What You'll Do and Who We Are Looking For****

Scope of Work:

Under the technical direction of one or more members of the faculty or an instructional administrator, maintains shop equipment, machines, tools, toolroom, and classrooms for instructors; plans and designs experiments/demonstrations; participates in the delivery of the actual instruction and provides student supervision, assistance and evaluation and/or has been assigned lead responsibilities over classified staff.

Job Description:

Principal Accountabilities (includes some or all of the following):

• Works with students individually or in groups to enhance their learning; provides direct assistance in the use of equipment and materials needed for instruction; orients students to the laboratory. Sets up established shop and laboratory experiences for students as required by course outline or faculty direction; when necessary, may modify the hands-on experience to achieve desired results; evaluates student progress and provides this information to instructors; may lecture on specific curricular competencies as guided by faculty; may administer tests
• Orders program supplies and equipment and instructional materials utilizing blanket purchase orders and/or College purchasing cards. Adheres to College purchasing guidelines. Tracks expenditures and reconciles bank statements. May negotiate pricing with vendors and research alternative suppliers.
• Maintains and inventories equipment, materials, supplies, and written materials required for student instructional needs; may perform or schedule repairs on equipment; checks out equipment, supplies, materials to students; maintains contact with appropriate vendors.
• Coordinates the support activities of the toolroom; establishes procedures for the use of equipment, supplies, materials, machinery and other items used; ensures that faculty and students are oriented to the proper use of the shop and personal protective equipment. Participates in departmental staff meetings, advisory committee and safety committee meetings; over the telephone or in person provides students, staff, instructors and public with information relating to specific programs; may represent the department/program to interested groups in the community. May represent the department at divisional meetings.
• May reconcile expenditure transactions for the assigned department against College database budget reports. Processes the transfer of monies as required to ensure accounts are balanced. Authorizes limited budget expenditures up to authorized amounts.
• May be required to handle, store and dispose of hazardous materials following Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) and/or other regulatory agency protocols. Maintains Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
• Maintains records of activities undertaken in the support of the shop and toolrooms which may include typing forms, inputting data or otherwise retaining information regarding the acquisition, maintenance and distribution of equipment, materials, supplies and/or written materials.
• Provides for the general cleanliness and security of all work areas; assists in providing for a safe environment. Reports maintenance problems as they occur.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and two years of post-secondary education in a specific technical discipline appropriate to the instructional support.
• Three years of experience in the technical area are required; relevant experience may substitute for the post-secondary education requirement on a year-for-year basis.
• Must have proven written and oral communications skills adequate to assist students in understanding the work they are to perform.
• Proven ability to lead others and evaluate performance.
• Depending on the course laboratory assignment, some positions may also require specialized knowledge and program-specific certifications.

****Why You'll Love Working Here****

The PCC district encompasses a 1,500-square-mile area in northwest Oregon and offers two-year degrees, one-year certificate programs, short-term training, alternative education, pre-college courses and life-long learning. As part of our College community, you'll enjoy:

• A collaborative and inspiring campus community
• Opportunities for learning and professional development

****Position Grade****
Classified 19 (A)

****Employment Type****
Full time

****Total Rewards Package / What We Offer****

There is never a dull moment at PCC. We offer more than just a competitive salary. When you join our team at PCC you'll also enjoy:

• Comprehensive benefit package
• Oregon PERS contribution
• Tax deferred annuity program and a deferred compensation program
• Tuition waiver for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and dependent children under 24 years of age, as well as partial tuition reimbursement for full-time employees at other accredited institutions
• Free access to the sport centers / campus gymnasiums, performing arts, and cultural events
• Conference and Event Rental Space - Employees receive 50% off when on-campus for personal events
• Paid Leave (Pro-rated by FTE for Part-Time Employees) reference Classified Agreement
• Starts at 8 hours of vacation leave per month (additional vacation hours with years of service)
• 1 day of sick leave per month
• 12 paid holidays
• PCC Winter Break (when College is Closed)
• 24 hours of personal leave per year

More detailed information on the benefits plans, who is eligible, and how to enroll or make changes can be found at pcc.edu/hr/benefits. Please email PCCBenefits@pcc.edu if you have any questions.