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Posting Number: 0603886 Position Title: Part time HVAC/R Laboratory Assistant Position is: Part Time Position Type: Faculty Position (Full Time/Part Time) Department/Ofc.: Instruction Position Description:
Position Summary:
Assist faculty, department chair, and/or classified faculty in the supervision and maintenance of department laboratory and monitor and direct students performing laboratory activities.
Essential Duties include:
- Assist Faculty during Lab sessions by performing the following duties:
- Maintain a clean working area around all equipment.
- Maintain a safe work environment for students and staff.
- Prepare Lab equipment for scheduled classes.
- Maintain all Lab tools and equipment, as directed.
- Report all non-working or unsafe equipment.
- Breakdown laboratories at the end of each scheduled class.
- Observe and coach students performing laboratory activities assigned by the department's instructors.
- Observe and coach students for safe working procedures when performing laboratory activities.
- Direct student assistants in the routine duties of maintaining the department's laboratories.
- Maintain an active program of personal professional development.
- Abide by Washtenaw Community College's work practice and rules of conduct.
- Regular attendance on campus is required for this position.
- Utilize technology, including AI-enabled tools and software where appropriate, to support teaching, learning, student engagement, professional responsibilities, institutional service, and other responsibilities. Use such technologies in a manner consistent with academic standards, professional ethics, confidentiality requirements, and compliance with institutional policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Courses that may be supported:
- HVA 101: Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning I
- HVA 102: HVAC Sheet Metal Fabrication
- HVA 103: Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning II
- HVA 105: Residential and Light Commercial Heating Systems
- HVA 107: Residential and Light Commercial Air Conditioning Systems
- HVA 108: Residential HVAC Competency Exams and Codes
- HVA 201: Energy Audits
- HVA 202: Air System Layout and Design
- HVA 203: Refrigeration Systems
- HVA 205: Hydronic Systems
Work Environment/Physical Demands:
- Capable of lifting and transporting at least 50 pounds.
Hours/Schedule:
- This position is scheduled to work a maximum of twenty (20) hours per week with varying hours. This department has courses ranging from 45 - 90 contact hours per semester. This equals 4 to 8 hours per week per course depending on course and length of term.
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Thirty (30) credit hours of higher education with a focus in HVAC/R Technology or a related field.
- Equivalent of one (1) year related experience.
- Demonstrated ability to assume responsibility and work enthusiastically with minimal supervision.
- Demonstrated understanding and respect for standard laboratory polices, protocol and safety.
- Must be available to work day, evening or weekend classes. Schedule is flexible.
- Demonstrated ability to use technology relevant to the discipline and faculty role, including the capacity to learn and appropriately utilize emerging AI-supported tools. Ability to evaluate the accuracy, reliability, and appropriateness of AI-generated content; maintain confidentiality where required; exercise professional and academic judgment; and uphold ethical standards in the use of technology for teaching, learning, and service.
Preferred Qualifications:
Additional Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiar with the HVAC/R course curriculum and objectives.
- Familiar with OSHA requirements.
Posting Date: 06/02/2026 Closing Date: Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants:
Our college strives to make a positive difference in people's lives through accessible and excellent educational programs and services.
Washtenaw Community College seeks to recruit and retain a productive workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve our community and to build on the success of our students, faculty & staff. Washtenaw Community College is committed to creating a welcoming environment.
Washtenaw Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary/Hourly Rate: $24.22 Salary Comments:
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Do you meet all minimum qualification?
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No
- Are you presently legally authorized to work in the United States?
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No
- In order for WCC to employ you, would you require WCC to provide a petition or a letter to the Department of Homeland Security unless authorized as a F1 student to work?
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Required Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Unofficial Transcripts 1
Optional Documents
- Certificate
- Letter of Reference 1
- Other Documents
- Unofficial Transcripts 2