Classified, Instruction & Classroom Support Technician 3, Engineering

About The College

Whatcom Community College (WCC) is a public associate and applied baccalaureate degree granting institution with an accomplished faculty and staff who serve 7,604 students annually on its beautiful 72-acre campus in Bellingham, Washington.

Whatcom offers transfer degrees, applied baccalaureate degrees, professional and technical training programs, basic education, job skills, and community and continuing education classes. Programs and courses are offered through in-person, hybrid, and online modalities to promote access for a diverse student population.

The College is committed to equal opportunity and believes diversity of experiences and cultures enrich our campus community. The College is accredited by The Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. For more information about WCC, please visit www.whatcom.edu

About Our Community

Whatcoms campus is located in Bellingham (population 95,960). Bellingham showcases a strong commitment to education and is regularly rated on "best of the Northwest" lists. Bellingham is midway between Seattle, WA and Vancouver, B.C. Canada.

The city is surrounded by the rural landscape of Whatcom County (population 226,850), which is home to a thriving network of farms and scenic wilderness. As you explore our community, youll discover historic neighborhoods, waterfront cities, farmlands and mountain towns all within a few dozen miles of each other. Bellingham and Whatcom County are known for their outdoor activities. Whether your idea of fun is visiting galleries, watching live theater, kayaking, hiking, snowboarding, or unwinding with a good book, youll love Bellingham and Whatcom County. To learn more about Bellingham, please visit: http://www.bellingham.org

General Description of Work

Position Title: Instruction & Classroom Support Technician 3, Engineering (Class Code 255O)

Classification: WFSE Classified

FTE: 1.0

Schedule: 40 hours/week, Monday-Friday 8 AM-5 PM. Occasional evening work may be required and scheduled in advance.

FLSA Status: Overtime Eligible

Job Summary

Coordinates instructional and laboratory support activities for the engineering program, working closely with faculty to develop, prepare, and deliver instructional resources, demonstrations, and hands-on learning experiences. Provides professional and technical support for engineering courses requiring knowledge of engineering principles, electronics, laboratory equipment, and fabrication technologies. Maintains and troubleshoots instructional equipment, supports laboratory operations and safety compliance, assists with course implementation, and serves as a technical resource for faculty and students in support of engineering education.

Reporting Structure/Supervisory Relationship

• This position reports to the Instruction and Classroom Support Tech 4, Sciences

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Installs, inspects, tests, calibrates, adjusts, troubleshoots, and performs major repairs on engineering equipment, instrumentation, and laboratory systems.
• Collaborates with engineering faculty to develop, implement, and document instructional programs, laboratory exercises, demonstration models, and laboratory procedures that support course and program learning outcomes.
• Designs, fabricates, tests, modifies, and documents equipment, prototypes, fixtures, and systems used in engineering laboratories, instructional activities, and student projects.
• Manages the Engineering Makerspace within the Technology and Engineering Center, including oversight of equipment, operations, scheduling, safety protocols, and user access.
• Supervises and coordinates the work of laboratory support staff, student employees, and other assigned personnel.
• Coordinates laboratory operations, including equipment maintenance, inventory control, storage, organization, and preparation of instructional materials and laboratory spaces.
• Evaluates equipment and technology needs; researches equipment specifications; and makes recommendations regarding the purchase, replacement, and upgrade of laboratory equipment, software, and instructional resources.
• Provides training and technical guidance to faculty, staff, and students in the safe and effective use of specialized engineering software, fabrication technologies, tools, and equipment, including CAD/CAM applications, 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC equipment, and related technologies.
• Maintains computerized inventory, equipment records, maintenance logs, and technical documentation for laboratory equipment and facilities.
• Performs the duties of an Instruction & Classroom Support Technician 2, including providing routine laboratory support, equipment maintenance, and instructional assistance.
• Serves as the coordinator of assigned engineering laboratories and makerspace facilities, overseeing equipment usage, access, scheduling, and utilization of laboratory and instructional spaces.
• Monitors compliance with laboratory safety procedures and provides instruction and supervision to students regarding the safe and proper use of tools, machinery, equipment, and laboratory facilities during classes and open-access laboratory periods.
• Assists faculty and students in troubleshooting technical issues related to laboratory equipment, engineering software, fabrication processes, and instructional technologies.
• Performs other related work of a similar nature and level.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of engineering fabrication, prototyping, and makerspace technologies, including the operation and application of equipment such as CNC machines, laser cutters, and 3D printers.
• Knowledge of electronics, microcontrollers, robotics, mechatronics, and engineering instrumentation used in instructional and laboratory environments.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively through verbal instruction, written documentation, and interpersonal interactions with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
• Ability to diagnose problems, evaluate alternatives, and develop practical solutions to technical, operational, and instructional challenges.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, adapt to changing demands, and effectively balance project work with direct support of students and faculty.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, take initiative, and achieve high-quality results with minimal supervision.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships by demonstrating professionalism, integrity, respect, and responsiveness to individuals with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, learning styles, and communication needs.
• Ability to support student learning by adapting instructional approaches, building rapport with students, recognizing barriers to understanding, and implementing strategies that promote student success and engagement.
• The ability to actively contribute to a work and learning environment that treats everyone with respect and dignity, while engaging diverse perspectives, backgrounds and experiences to enhance the Colleges mission, vision, and promise.

Lead Work/Supervisory Responsibilities

• Oversees regular and work study student employees, including assigning work, providing training and technical guidance, monitoring performance, and ensuring compliance with laboratory safety and operational requirements.

Working Conditions/Environment

• Work is performed in classrooms, engineering laboratories, and fabrication/makerspace environments. The position requires frequent interaction with faculty and students, operation of laboratory and fabrication equipment, and compliance with laboratory safety protocols. Duties may involve standing, lifting equipment and materials, and working with electronics, machinery, and specialized instructional technologies in support of hands-on engineering instruction.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Two years of full-time experience as an Instruction and Classroom Support Technician 2 or equivalent role.

OR

• Equivalent combination education and experience sufficient for the person to perform the duties.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a community college, university, or other higher education environment.
• Experience developing and delivering technical training, laboratory instruction, or makerspace orientation programs.
• Experience coordinating laboratory, makerspace, or fabrication facility operations, including equipment scheduling, inventory management, and safety compliance.
• Experience supporting interdisciplinary STEM programs and collaborating with faculty across multiple technical disciplines.
• The ability to take action to learn and grow.
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

Licensure, Certification & Other Necessary Requirements

• Employment contingent upon passing a criminal background check and sexual misconduct review.
• Occasional travel to meetings, conferences and training sessions may be required.
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification or ability to obtain certifications within first 90 days of employment.

Salary

Salary:

• This is a full-time, classified, WFSE (Washington Federation of State Employees) represented position. Salary is Range 47, starting at Step A, $4,300.00 per month with periodic increments to $5,642.00 per month. This amount includes the July 1st, 2026 COLA increase.

Benefits Package:

• The position comes with a full benefit package, including health, dental, life, long-term disability insurance and a retirement plan.
• Accrues 8 hours per month of sick leave and 11.33 hours per month vacation leave with periodic vacation accrual increases based on longevity.
• 11 paid holidays annually.
• 1 personal holiday annually after 4 months of continuous employment.
• 3 personal leave days annually after 4 months of continuous employment.
• Additionally, as a Washington State, public higher education institution, WCC offers the following:
• Whatcom Community College is a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program (PSLF). If you work for the College full time, have had Direct Loans and are on an eligible repayment plan, you are eligible to apply.
• Full-time employees are eligible to apply and participate in the Whatcom Community College Employee Tuition Program, which provides a tuition waiver for available and eligible WCC courses.
• Full-time employees may qualify for Washington State Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML) benefit.

Start Date:

• As soon as can be arranged with the successful candidate.

Application Due Date:

• Applications are due by Friday, July 10th, 2026, at 5:00 pm.

How To Apply

A completed application consists of an online application and:

• Cover letter detailing relevant experience and how the applicant is prepared to meet the duties of the position.
• Current resume.
• Values statement that responds to the following prompt:

Short Reflection (1 page max): One of the core values of this institution is building an inclusive and supportive campus. This core value is reflected in our strategic plan, goals and in the work that we do every day. Please describe your experience in building an inclusive environment that supports a sense of belonging.

• Official transcripts of any degrees listed as part of the minimum requirements will be required upon hire, but not as part of the application process.

Mission, Vision & Promise

Mission: Whatcom Community College contributes to the vitality of its communities by providing quality education in academic transfer, professional-technical, and lifelong learning, preparing students for active citizenship in a global society.

Vision: Whatcom is a supportive community, empowering lives through education.

Promise: We transform lives through education. We accomplish this by supporting student growth, respecting student investment, embracing diversity, promoting excellence and creating opportunities.

EEO Statement

Whatcom Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender presentation, ancestry, ethnicity, family status, immigration status, citizenship, socioeconomic status, genetic information or age in its programs and activities.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Executive Director for Human Resources, by phone: 360.383.3400 or email: hr@whatcom.edu , 237 W. Kellogg Road, Bellingham, WA 98226.

For Title IX compliance: Title IX Coordinator, by phone: 360.383.3400 or email: titleIX@whatcom.edu , 237 W. Kellogg Road, Bellingham, WA 98226.

WCC publications are available in alternate formats upon request by contacting the Access & Disability Services office by phone: 360.383.3139, email: ADS@whatcom.edu, or Washington Relay: 711