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Weber State University

Student Sculpture Lab Tech

Weber State University, Ogden, Utah, United States, 84403

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Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veteran status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information Position Title:

Student Sculpture Lab Tech

Requisition Number:

H01957P

Position Category:

Hourly/Work Study

Campus Location:

Weber State University - Ogden, UT

Hours per Week:

20

Months per Year:

9

Hourly Pay Rate:

$15.00

Job Summary The Department of Visual Art and Design at Weber State University seeks a part-time shop technician to help maintain a safe, clean, and efficient fabrication shop environment for the Sculpture area. Your responsibilities will include providing supervision, maintenance, and equipment oversight of the DOVAD Sculpture lab and providing assistance and technical support for faculty and students in woodworking and metal shops. Strong attention to detail, organization, and cleanliness, as well as basic knowledge of woodworking equipment, processes, and techniques will be essential. You will also manage safety procedures for students and foster a positive, cooperative work environment.

Job Duties

Provide routine management and maintenance for the sculpture lab facilities.

Manage and conduct open shop hours for the art department and instruct students on safety procedures in shops.

Assist in the oversight of general safety that meets OSHA standards.

Maintain, organize, and clean the wood and metal shops and classrooms.

Required Qualifications

Applicant must be a BFA student with an emphasis in Sculpture or a related art degree and basic understanding of sculpture methods and processes including woodworking and metals.

Ability to supervise woodworking and metal shops and provide instruction to students on safety policies and proper use of tools and machines.

A working knowledge of sculpture methods and a desire to learn new sculpture methods and technology.

Preferred Qualifications

Basic knowledge of CNC router, plasma, and laser cutter operation.

Instructional experience at the college level, or other related teaching experience.

Strong communication and organizational skills for providing technical assistance to students and helping to organize tool rooms.

Ability to interact with students in a professional academic setting and follow university policies regarding diversity, equity and inclusion within the classroom dynamic.

Physical Activity Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist; bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees; bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine; extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction; using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward; using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion; operating, activating, using, preparing, inspecting, placing, detecting, or positioning; expressing or exchanging ideas, including conveying detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly.

Physical Requirements Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, or up to 30 pounds frequently, or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects. Visual acuity for operating machines such as lathes, drill presses, and power saws; skillful trade tasks of a non-repetitive nature such as carpentry, plumbing, or mechanics.

Work Conditions Work occurs both indoors and outdoors. The workplace may be noisy, hazardous, and involve exposure to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical currents, scaffolding, high places, high heat, chemicals, fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation. Conditions may affect respiratory systems or the skin.

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