Short Term Employee- Welding Technology Program

Job Posted 2/3/2025
College of the Canyons
Santa Clarita, CA
United States
Job Description

This temporary, hourly position will assist the Welding Technology Program Department Chair at the Valencia Campus, Castaic High School, and Pitchess Detention Center.

Duties may include but are not limited to:
 

  • Assisting in metal processing to produce instructional materials.
  • Performing light duty maintenance of welding equipment.
  • Helping to maintain a safe, clean, and orderly lab environment.
  • Assisting students and the instructor as needed. 
  • Assist in maintaining inventory of tools, equipment and materials.
  • Participate in departmental events and meetings.

 

Example of Duties

We need individuals who can:
 

  • Follow complex instructions.
  • Take initiative and problem-solve as situations arise.
  • Safely operate equipment in a field lab environment. 
  • Work and communicate effectively, cooperatively, and professionally with others including students, staff, and faculty.
  • Be tactful, patient, and courteous to others.
  • Be reliable.
  • Demonstrate professionalism when interacting with students, faculty, and staff.

 

Qualifications and Minimum Requirements

Requirements to apply in order to be considered for the position:
 

  • Work experience as a welder. 
  • Available from 8am to 2pm on Saturdays when welding open labs are scheduled in Summer, Fall, and Spring. Some additional hours may be required on a flexible basis during the week. 

 

Further Details

 

Further Details:

This is a temporary, hourly assignment, renewed on an annual basis, and is not part of the classified service. There are no fringe benefits and this position is not represented by any of the District’s collective bargaining units.

Conditions of Employment:

  • Successful completion of background fingerprint clearance, TB screening, physical abilities test.
  • Proof of Eligibility to work in the United States and sign loyalty oath per government codes 3100-3109.
  • Meeting eligibility requirements under CalPERS or CalSTRS if you are a current or former member. 
  • Board of Trustees approval. 

To be considered you must apply online at Jobs at COC. A cover letter is suggested to provide additional information about yourself and why you should be considered for a temporary position. You may also upload any additional documents such as a resume or recommendation letters. It is important that you answer the supplemental questions in detail during the on-line process. We suggest you prepare and save your answers to the following questions in a Word document prior to applying.

The following application materials are required for your application to be complete:

  • Online District CLASSIFIED Application form.
  • Current detailed resume, summarizing education and experience. Please include month/year dates of employment and descriptions of responsibilities at each employer. 
  • Letter of interest (cover letter). In your letter, please address your qualifications and experience as they pertain to the job duties, the demonstrated knowledge, and the abilities section of this announcement. Provide specific details and examples of your direct experience in achieving the list of minimum and desirable requirements for this position. 


Supplemental Questions:

  1. Please list your availability for the current calendar year (days, day, and evening hours, and weekends)
  2. What do you think is the most important consideration about working in a Career Education instructional environment?
  3. On a scale of one to five (five being highest) what is your level of skill using welding and metal fabrication tools and equipment? 
  4. What does integrity mean to you?
  5. Please list the top (5) professional workplace skills do you offer to an employer?

 

It is not necessary to contact our office for a status update, as we will call you if you are being considered for a temporary position. Not all applicants will be interviewed.
 

College of the Canyons

Human Resources Office

26455 Rockwell Canyon Road Santa Clarita, CA  91355

(661)362-3427 

[email protected]

 
 
If you have questions about the online application process or need to request a paper application, please contact the Human Resources Office.
 
Position is offered contingent on funding.  We reserve the right to withdraw, extend the filing date, reopen, or delay filling the position.  Recruitment may continue until the position is filled.  Recruitment is subject to close without notice.
 
The Santa Clarita Community College District does not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, ethnic or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected basis under the law.  Applicants who have disabilities may request that accommodations be made in order to complete the selection process by contacting the Human Resources office directly at (661)362-3427.  

 



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