DEPARTMENT
School of Art
REPORTS TO
Manager of Technicians
TYPE
Part-time, Non-Exempt, Union

The Art and Architecture Shop supports the production of a wide range of three-dimensional work. It is equipped with machinery for woodworking, metalworking, mold-making, and metal casting, as well as resources for projects involving wax, clay, plaster, and select plastics. Knowledgeable technicians staff the Shop, providing guidance on techniques and processes while supervising the safe use of equipment.

The ideal candidate will have a broad understanding of wood and metal shop equipment and safety protocols, along with demonstrated expertise in at least one area: wood, metal, or casting techniques.

Start date: Fall semester, Oct 2, 2025

Hourly rate: $26.01

Appointments:

• 2 @ 16 hrs/wk, academic year, Sept – May
• 1 @ 20 hrs/wk, academic year, Sept – May
  
  JOB SUMMARY
  The Part‐time Technical Assistant will assist, instruct and advise students and institution members in the methods and materials of all phases of sculptural and architectural fabrication, including proper and safe use of tools and machinery pertaining to these applications.
  CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Provide technical support to students and faculty and help oversee equipment operation to ensure a safe and efficient working environment
  • Assist/educate students about construction/design and implementation of suitable machinery and methods, including all relevant safety protocols.
  • Support the day-to-day operation of the technical facilities. Including: opening and closing the shop space as needed, cleaning up, starting and shutting down of equipment, locking and unlocking spaces.
  • Assist in receiving and transporting material deliveries (Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.)
  • Technician may be asked to participate in providing feedback for continuous improvement to improve facilities and processes
  TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS
  • Familiarity with appropriate PPE precautions related to noise, dust, fumes, and handling of hazardous materials such as Denatured Alcohol, Mineral Spirits, acids, and oxides
  • Experience and comfortable with operating/maintaining wood shop equipment, including but not limited to Sawstop table saw, bandsaw, lathe, miter saw, jointer, drill press, and various sanding equipment
  • Experience and comfortable with operating/maintaining metal shop equipment, including but not limited to brake, shear, drill press, bandsaw, welders, slip roller, benders
  • Experience with metal fabrication methods such as welding, brazing, soldering, spot welding, riveting metals including steel, aluminum, bronze
  • Working knowledge of welding methods ( Oxy-Acetylene, GMAW,GTAW,SMAW)
  • Preferable technical skills include: basic working knowledge of ceramics, sewing machine usage/maintenance, blacksmithing/forging
  SKILLS/REQUIREMENTS
  • Excellent time management skills with strong ability and aptitude for hands-on problem-solving.
  • Needs to be flexible and willing to learn and adapt to the existing educational environment and its needs and schedule.
  • Excellent communication skills, collegial, capacity to work both independently and collectively,
  and comfortable working in a busy environment.
  • Strong ability to work with a diverse community of students, staff, and faculty with a high degree of cultural competency.
  • Experience in either a professional or educational setting
  EDUCATION
  • BA/BFA in visual arts or related field preferred
  Rate - $26.01 per hour