Instructional Assistant IV, Ceramics/Art

Instructional Assistant IV, Ceramics/Art

Salary

$5,327.00 Monthly

Location

5885 Haven Avenue, Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Job Type

Classified Contract

Job Number

26-27/00012

Department

Arts, Communications, and Design Academic & Career Community

Opening Date

08/10/2026

Closing Date

8/27/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

• Description
• Benefits

Position Description

Under the general supervision, the Ceramics/Art Technical Assistant will assist in overseeing and running the college-level ceramics laboratory by facilitating the flow of student ware through the firing and glazing processes; maintain inventory of raw materials and monitor ceramics budgets; perform routine inspection and maintenance of lab equipment and oversee the operation of power equipment.

Responsibilities

A. Studio Materials:

• Order clays and materials throughout each semester;
• Prepare materials as needed by classes;
• Organize and fill material bins in compliance with OSHA standards;
• Purchase and pick up supplies/tools at stores such as Home Depot and Aardvark;
• Maintain accurate inventory of materials and usage per semester in database;
• Maintain records of BPO purchases in Excel database;
• Mix large glaze batches, washes, slips;
• Organize the storage and disposal of toxic wastes in compliance with OSHA standards.

B. Facilitate the flow of student ware through the firing and glazing processes:

• Program Skutt and Geil kilns
• Load and fire all types of kilns at all temperatures;
• Keep records of firing schedules;
• Assist in the operation and maintenance of the 3D studio art facilities and its supplies

C. Studio Organization

• Oversee and train hourly employees;
• Oversee studio and kiln yard clean up at end of semester;
• Contact Maintenance and Operations to request repairs and cleaning;
• Ensure adherence to safety precautions;
• Maintain lab in clean, safe, and orderly condition in compliance with OSHA standards;
• Respond to laboratory emergencies including chemical spills and injuries;

D. Maintenance and Repair

• Oversee the operation of power equipment;
• Inspect and perform routine maintenance, including:
• Electric and gas kilns;
• Gas safety systems;
• Electric wheels;
• Spray guns;
• Maintain and repair studio work tables;
• Empty clay sinks and water efficient sinks on a weekly basis.

E. Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree with a concentration in ceramics AND two (2) years as a lead tech support person AND any combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• Knowledge of:

• Terminology, methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in a college-level ceramics studio;

• Relevant safety precautions;

• Various clay bodies/mixing and recycling methods;

• Basic arithmetic and Excel.

• Ability to:

• Effectively assist students in the proper and safe use of lab materials, supplies, and equipment, and to maintain orderly and safe conditions in the lab.

• Keep accurate records and maintain inventory control;

• Independently organize and control workflow;

• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, instructors, and others contacted in the course of performing assigned duties;

• Handle hazardous materials, hazardous waste terminology, and practices, in compliance with OSHA standards.

• Ability to operate and maintain power equipment used in the ceramics laboratory, specifically, in the following areas:

• Electrical (test amperage/voltage);

• Natural gas systems and forced air systems;

• Woodshop/power tools and air compressors;

• Welding (stick, tig, mig, oxy acetylene);

• Glaze calculation, knowing safe colorant percentages at differing temperatures, and ability to recalculate glazes for different temperatures;

• Experience building kilns.

• Demonstrated evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds in a community college environment.

MEETING MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT ASSURE THE CANDIDATE OF AN INTERVIEW. Applications will be evaluated taking into account the breadth and depth of relevant education, experience, skills, knowledge and abilities.

Additional Information

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Working hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm . Hours may vary according to the assignment.

• This position requires some heavy lifting and exposure to potentially hazardous fumes and dusts, for which a mask must be worn; exposure to extreme heat, for which refractory gloves, clothing, and sometimes face shield must be worn; and use of gas, electricity, and power equipment.
• Possession of a valid California Driver's License is required.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Chaffey College utilizes an online electronic application system. Our application can be accessed at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/chaffey. The application must be completely filled out in detail and clearly show that you meet the qualifications as set forth in the announcement, and you must upload the following documents:

Please do not include any additional documents; only the documents that are indicated below. If you upload documents that are not required, your application may be disqualified. Please do not submit letters of recommendation or documents that contain your photograph.

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Copy of college level transcripts (Photocopies or computer printouts are acceptable. Copies of diplomas/degrees are NOT acceptable in lieu of transcripts. International transcripts must be transcribed and evaluated in English by a bona fide evaluation service).

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

This is a full-time classified bargaining unit position. Starting date: as soon as possible. Range 19 of the CSEA Salary Schedule, with a starting salary of Step A, $5,327. Excellent benefit package.

Being able and ready to work in-person with Chaffey students, Chaffey employees, or other members of the Chaffey community/Chaffey partners/Chaffey contractors is an essential function of this job.

Chaffey College offers an exceptional benefit package (50% of full-time or more).

Read more to learn about our health care, dental program, and vision services for employees and eligible dependents. The district also offers employee life insurance; sick leave; vacation (non-faculty); and retirement coverage through the State Teachers Retirement System (STRS) for academic employees or the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) classified.

Employer Chaffey College

Address 5885 Haven Avenue

Rancho Cucamonga, California, 91737

Phone 909-652-6525

Website http://www.chaffey.edu