Job Description

The Robotics/Tech Lab Assistant is responsible for providing support to the Middle School Robotics Engineering and Tech elective programs and the specialized spaces that these courses operate from. This job role includes assisting teachers and students, and other staff members with project based learning and the safe use of tools and equipment within our robotics and design tech studios. The Robotics/Tech Lab Assistant will demonstrate initiative, creativity and critical thinking when assisting students and teachers with their learning. They will be proactive in managing tools, equipment and materials. The expected commencement date for this position is 24 July 2023 . Responsibilities:

• Be present to provide support, as required, during all lessons in the lab or workshop
• Prepare materials, tools and resources as required by the teachers and students
• Facilitate the preparation and the manufacture of teaching aids
• Liaise with the teachers to ensure the smooth running of learning spaces and resources
• Ensure the safe handling of tools and equipment in the lab spaces.
• Train lab users with essential safety and tool use procedures
• Coordinate with teachers on the maintenance and cleaning of laboratories and workshops
• Organize lab tools and machines to comply with safety standards and operating guidelines.
• Help maintain a current, computerized inventory system for all equipment
• Liaise with teachers on available stocks of materials, conduct inventory checks, and maintain stocks of consumables
• Use basic troubleshooting and problem solving skills to learn procedures for new devices.
• Coordinate with teachers to compile lists of equipment and specifications, for purchasing new equipment or spare parts
• Assist in the setup and upkeep of laboratories / workshops, while maintaining all equipment in good working order.
• Organize or constructing storage systems for students\xe2\x80\x99 work and other materials
• Proactively conduct regular cleaning and servicing of equipment, machines and tools. Troubleshoot and repair equipment and tools, as needed.
• Coordinate external service, repair, or calibration of equipment, machines and tools

The above job description is only indicative of the broad set of duties and responsibilities. Distribution of tasks is assigned by the supervisor. Other tasks may be assigned on the job, as deemed necessary by the supervisor.

Minimum Requirements:

• Diploma or certificate from an accredited educational institution in courses such as design technology, engineering, robotics or similar
• Relevant specialized work experience in educational or commercial settings.
• A combination of successfully completed post high school education and specialized work experience.

Desired Interpersonal Skills:

• The ideal candidate will possess or have a high interest and ability to develop these skills:
• Excellent English communication skills.
• Highly service-oriented with a passion for interacting with students, faculty, staff and parents.
• Ability to work collaboratively providing technical assistance to teachers, students, and co-curricular clubs and activities, to facilitate school projects and activities.

Desired Technical Skills:

• Computer proficiency in the use of Google suite of collaboration tools e.g. Google Calendar, Sheets, Docs, Surveys.
• Proficiency in the use of software programs for higher tech tools (i.e. laser cutters, 3D printers, CNC machines) or willingness to learn operation of these machines.