Welding & Machining Lab Technician

MARTIN Technologies is excited to partner with Monroe County Community College to support their growing Welding & Machining program. We are seeking a hands-on technically skilled Lab Technician to help operate maintain and support instructional welding and machining labs. This role is ideal for someone with strong mechanical aptitude who enjoys working with equipment helping students and maintaining a safe organized shop environment.

Key ResponsibilitiesPrimary Welding & Machining Labs

• Maintain repair and calibrate welding and machining equipment (MIG TIG Stick plasma cutters lathes mills CNC equipment grinders saws).
• Assist instructors with lab setup equipment preparation and material staging.
• Support safe operation of welding booths fume extraction systems and machine tools.
• Track consumables maintain tool inventories and assist with purchasing supplies.
• Perform fabrication machining and small repair tasks to support lab activities.
• Provide hands-on assistance to students with equipment setup and proper tool use (non-instructional support).
• Conduct routine inspections preventative maintenance and equipment documentation.
• Operate fabrication tools such as shears saws and press brakes.
• Maintain a clean safe and organized work environment.

Secondary Support for Other Technical Labs

• Assist with basic maintenance and materials support in labs such as construction automotive electronics and mechanical systems.
• Help track tools supplies and equipment across ASET labs.
• Support setup for special projects or instructional demonstrations.

General Duties

• Maintain logs of repairs maintenance and supply usage.
• Safely operate a forklift/hi-lo to move materials and equipment.
• Oversee student assistants assigned to help maintain the lab.
• Uphold college values of safety respect collaboration and customer service.
• Perform other duties as directed by the program or MARTIN Technologies leadership.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or journeyman card in welding machining or related trade.
• 3 years hands-on experience in welding machining or metal fabrication.
• Experience in a shop instructional lab or industrial environment preferred.
• Ability to obtain forklift certification (or currently certified).
• Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to troubleshoot and repair equipment.
• Familiarity with CNC equipment precision tools blueprints and shop safety standards.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate professionally with faculty students and staff.
• Capable of lifting up to 75 lbs and working in active welding lab conditions (heat noise PPE requirements).

What Were Looking For

• Someone who is safety-driven reliable and comfortable working independently.
• A problem solver with strong hands-on technical skills.
• A team player who enjoys supporting instructors and helping students succeed.
• Someone who maintains professionalism and can manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.

Schedule & Employment Details

• Full-time preferred; limited part-time opportunities available
• May require inflexible or evening hours to match class and lab schedules
• Position located at Monroe County Community College (on-campus technical labs)

Required Experience:

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