As a shop technician, you will ensure the safety, functionality, and cleanliness of the shop equipment and facilities. You will deliver excellent customer service to SCAD students from all academic departments to successfully meet their goals by safely using shop resources. Responsibilities include the enforcement of shop policies, procedures, and safety measures, basic fabrication and correction assistance, and inventory maintenance via WebCheckout. Among other duties, you will assist with demonstrations and equipment setup, train and onboard new staff, and handle loading, unloading, and processing delivered materials and equipment. You will also complete daily tasks thoroughly, such as cleaning, cutting stock materials, working on shop projects, machine maintenance, and more.

In this role, you will proactively identify potential safety issues, ensure shop policies are followed, and report to the shop manager daily to discuss safety or equipment concerns. You will provide necessary data to the shop manager, develop solutions to enhance shop functionality and efficiency, and attend all shop monitor meetings. Among other duties, you will administer minor first aid, demonstrate the safe and correct use of equipment, and participate in special projects or events as needed. Additionally, you will offer backup during periods of high demand, including evenings and weekends, for all shop spaces. You will also promote communication and teamwork within a positive, productive work environment.

The ideal candidate demonstrates excellent communication, collaboration, and organization skills. They are clean, detail-oriented, and highly observant, with strong critical thinking, time management, and prioritization abilities. They show a solid work ethic by troubleshooting technical issues, offering guidance on tool usage and techniques, and adapting to changing needs or challenges. They are also knowledgeable about safety protocols and committed to fostering a safe working environment for students and staff.

Minimum qualifications:      

• High school diploma
• Advanced working knowledge of woodworking equipment, processes, and techniques
• Computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel and Adobe Illustrator
• Proficiency operating and maintaining industrial woodworking equipment, processes, and techniques
• Available to work nights and weekends as needed

Preferred qualifications:      

• Associate or bachelor’s degree
• Experience in a woodshop, fabrication, or academic environment
• Knowledge in metal and plastic fabrication and equipment
• Knowledge of furniture making, model making techniques, materials, and equipment safety protocols
• Basic machine maintenance and mechanical knowledge

Travel required:  

•  Less than 10%

Work hours: The university work week is Sunday through Saturday. Most offices are open Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. To accommodate business needs, employees may be assigned to other workdays and/or hours, including weekends and evenings.    

ADA tag: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements and minimum qualifications listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and/or meet the minimum qualifications.