Construction Lab Coordinator
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At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives.
About this role
Responsible for coordination of student interdisciplinary construction site and lab usage. Ensures program budget, schedules, safety standards, and quality standards are maintained throughout the process. This is a grant funded position. Continued employment is contingent upon grant funding.
What a day of a Construction Lab Coordinator looks like:
- Collaborates with faculty and academic leadership team to implement professional programming in support of academic and student success.
- Coordinates lab schedule for students, instructs students in proper procedures and practices, and provides support to students within the construction lab.
- Develops and strengthens partnerships with employers by implementing the Business and Industry Leadership Team (BILT) model to connect students to job opportunities.
- Interprets drawings, graphs, maps, blueprints, and specifications.
- Serves as journeyman level trades worker with oversight of students in the construction lab.
- Coordinates activities associated with recruitment and selection of students for the program. Provides information to the public, students, and staff regarding programs and services of the department.
- Ensures compliance with appropriate State, Federal, and local safety regulations to include but not limited to OSHA, EPA, and NFPA to ensure a safe learning and working environment.
- Maintains current knowledge of field or profession. Travels to training workshops, conferences, meetings and professional association events outside of college locations, as needed.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
We'd love to hear from you if you have the following:
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree or experience accepted in lieu of degree
- Three years of experience supervising construction
Knowledge of:
- Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications
Skilled in:
- Attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management
Ability to:
- Interpret blueprints and related symbols
- Effectively communicate verbally and in writing on a regular basis with internal and external customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations and take responsibility for a high level of service
Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements:
- Regular physical attendance required
- Valid Florida driver's license
Preferred, but not a must:
Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements:
- OSHA 10 or 30 Authorization
- National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) certification
Work Environment and Physical Demand:
- Lift, carry, push, pull, install or remove objects weighing 20 to 49 pounds
- Lift, carry, push, pull, install or remove objects weighing in excess of 50 pounds
- Reach and grasp objects
- Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- Stand for extended periods of time
- Use of video display terminal
- Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills
- Identify and distinguish colors and shades of color
- Communicate information orally and in writing
- Receive and understand information through oral and written communication
- Proofread and check documents for accuracy
- Work with equipment or perform procedures where carelessness may result in injury
- Experience exposure to uncomfortable work environment due to extreme temperature, noise level, and other conditions
- Operate motor vehicle
- Work a fluctuating work schedule
This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.
The minimum base pay for this position starts at $52,240.00 annually; however, the offer may vary based on the candidate's education and experience.
Wait, there is more!
- Culture: Be part of an inclusive, Panther First environment where every role has a purpose, and employees have a sense of belonging.
- Education Benefits: Tuition fee waiver at PBSC, tuition reimbursement, degree recognition award, educational leave, and more. Public Service Loan Forgiveness institution.
- Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, parental leave, and more.
- Generous Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, holidays, and spring and winter breaks offering additional paid time off.
- Panther Perks: Potential remote or hybrid opportunities, wellness programs, and apps related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
- Professional Development: Leadership programs, professional learning workshops, and more.
- Retirement Investments: State retirement plan options and voluntary 403(b) and 457 plans.
Please review the following information to apply for a position at Palm Beach State College:
- Carefully review the minimum qualifications advertised for the available position, as only applicants meeting the minimum requirements will be considered.
- Background Check/ Drug Screen may be required based on the specific requirements of the position for which the application is being submitted. Employment is contingent upon passing a drug test and completing a criminal background investigation.
- An essential goal of the Office of Human Resources is to respond to all applicants once a selection is made. Please take notice of the position closing date advertised. Whenever positions are filled, the Office of Human Resources responds to all applicants who have submitted applications.
- The College conducts its employment activity within the State of Florida except for occasional brief and temporary pre-approved periods related to college travel.
Application Deadline
This position will close on August 6, 2025 at 11:59pm
- Location:
- Lake Worth