College Work Study - John Deere chez Navarro College

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist instructors with classroom and lab preparation (setting up tools, equipment, and training materials). 
• Help maintain shop organization, cleanliness, and inventory of parts, tools, and training aids.
• Support program staff with clerical duties such as data entry, filing, copying, and preparing instructional materials.
• Assist in maintaining student records, attendance logs, and program documentation.
• Help coordinate program events such as advisory board meetings, open houses, and student tours. 
• Assist with tagging and organizing equipment, tools, and donations received from John Deere dealerships.
• Provide front-line assistance to students and visitors in the shop or office areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the improvement of the John Deere TECH learning environment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Minimum Qualifications
  • Must be currently enrolled as a student at Navarro College.
  • Must qualify for Federal or Institutional Work-Study funding.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently once trained.
  • Comfortable working in both office and shop environments. 
  • Basic computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Preferred Qualifications
  • Enrollment in the John Deere TECH or Agriculture Mechanization Program.
  • Experience or interest in diesel technology, mechanical systems, or agricultural equipment.
  • Familiarity with safety procedures and shop equipment.
  • Positive attitude and willingness to assist faculty, staff, and students.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work is performed in both classroom, office, and diesel lab/shop environments.
• Exposure to moderate noise, tools, machinery, and mechanical equipment in shop settings.
• May require standing, walking, bending, lifting, or moving objects up to 40 pounds with or without assistance.
• Must follow all Navarro College safety policies and John Deere TECH Program lab safety protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when in shop areas.
• Work schedule and duties may vary based on class schedules, lab projects, and program events.
• Position requires professionalism, teamwork, and adherence to established safety and conduct standards at all times.