Student - Lab Assistant, Applied Engineering and Transportation Tech

Utah Valley University is looking for a Lab Assistant for the Transportation Technologies Programs!

• Students would be assigned to one of the following programs: Automotive, Collision Repair, or Diesel Mechanics.
• Assistants will prepare instructional materials (mock-ups, visual aids, and instruction sheets) as necessary; instruct, manage, and supervise individuals and groups in lab spaces.

• Must be a current UVU student.
• High school diploma or equivalent plus six months experience working in a laboratory handling, maintaining, and repairing lab equipment and tools/materials used in lab settings.

• Knowledge of ASE approved repair techniques.
• Knowledge of the correct operation and safe use of the tools and equipment students use to complete their lab tasks.
• Knowledge of the layout of the Transportation Technologies labs, where to find the correct supplies, information, tools, or equipment used to complete a designated task.
• Knowledge of the UVU Transportation Technologies policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of shop safety practices.
• Knowledge of transportation specific areas.
• Ability to work under general direction and supervise students in laboratories and other areas as appropriate.
• Ability to manage a group of students, keep them on task, and critique performance levels.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a wide variety of settings.
• Ability to follow detailed written and verbal directions.
• Ability to explain detailed procedures to students.
• Welding and cutting skills.