Job Location : Syracuse,NY, USA
The Shop Technician operates and maintain safe, clean interdisciplinary fabrication shops for thecollege of Visual and Performing Arts. The focus of this position is utilizing and implementing wood, metal and plastic fabrication equipment. The Shop Technician Demonstrates a working knowledge of digital fabricationtechniques that could be used in traditional practices. They would operate in spaces where studentsand faculty are engaged in advanced fabrication and materials research. This position will function to give studentsan intimidation free and safe learning environment, equipped with modern technologies in support ofcurriculum, with which they can research, explore, and create through various materials, processes andtechniques.
Qualifications
* College degree in related field (Industrial Design, Furniture Design, Sculpture, Studio Art, Theatrical Technical Direction, etc.) or relevant work experience required.
* Two (2+) plus years of teaching/mentoring in shop related field preferred, however, all teaching/mentoring experience will be considered.
* Working knowledge of safety practices and compliance with OSHA regulations required.
* Availability to work on premises with a regular schedule that includes evenings and weekend shifts.
Job Specific Qualifications
Experience with fabrication techniques in one of more of the following mediums:
* Wood
* Metal/foundry and/or plastics.
Proficiency with one or more of the following:
* Digital fabrication (3d printing, laser cutting, 3d scanning, CNC routing, etc.)
* Adobe Creative Suite
* Rhino/RhinoCam
* Autodesk Suite (ACAD, Fusion360)
* Solidworks
* Inventor
* Microsoft Office Suite (Excel/Word)
Responsibilities
* Provide instruction on safe use of power tools and equipment including, but not limited to, saws, drills, grinders, welders, pressure pots, hand tools, etc. for students, faculty and staff.
* Maintain health and safety standards as dictated by University and government regulation.
* Maintain and repair equipment as necessary, implement upgrades.
* Maintain inventory of materials, equipment, machine parts, consumables, and hand tools.
* Work with Director of Fabrication Shops to continually review and improve shop practices and interfaces with curriculum.
* Operate and provide instruction on CNC routers, laser cutters, 3D printers, 3D scanners, audio/video equipment, etc. for students, faculty and staff.
Physical Requirements
* Tools/Equipment
* Application Instructions
In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.