Fashion Institute of Technology
Part-Time Technologist C, Dean's Office
Fashion Institute of Technology - New York, New York, United States, 10286
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About Fashion Institute of Technology:
The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), part of the State University of New York and an internationally renowned college of art, design, business and technology with a strong emphasis on liberal arts, invites nominations and applications for a Part-Time Technologist C, Dean's Office.
Job Description:
Reporting to the Technician Coordinator of the School of Art and Design, the Part-Time Technologist C ensures standard safety regulations are followed in the Spatial Experience Design fabrication studio and related areas, and to enforce established safety practices for the use of workstations.
Responsibilities: Maintain inventory of all tools and equipment in the fabrication studio, research and recommend new and replacement tools, and place work orders for approved equipment and supplies. Inspect and maintain equipment and machinery. Maintain department studios and shops to ensure optimal functionality. Maintain a working knowledge of current safety and compliance standards and practices. Work with the department of Environmental Health and Safety to ensure that hazardous chemicals and fumes are properly handled, and maintain a current Safety Data Sheet for chemicals and hazardous materials. Assist students with the proper use of equipment and materials in accordance with safety requirements. Oversee open labs to ensure that students operate equipment safely and follow best practices. Assist with graduating student exhibitions, including the operation of a scissor lift for installation of 2D and 3D works.
The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position; other duties may be assigned consistent with the classification of the position.
Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications: Associate's degree. Three years' experience in a wood working studio. Experienced with installation of exhibitions.
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree. Certificate of Fitness (COF) certification, certifying the ability to safely use, store and handle dangerous materials in the workplace. Experience in use of CNC machines. Experience with metal shop such as welding and torching.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Ability to solve problems, work independently, and excel in a high-performance, team-orientated culture. Conscientious, self-motivated, resourceful, flexible, and punctual. Ability to communicate effectively, remain organized, and precisely follow instructions under pressure. Professional demeanor and experience in cultivating effective and collaborative working relationships. Knowledge of basic health and safety protocols and policies. Excellent written and verbal communications skills; strong interpersonal skills with both faculty and student populations; superior organization, prioritization, self-motivation, and problem resolution skills.
Additional Information:
Please note all offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the background check process.
Salary
Salary: $39.17 per hour
The UCE-FIT Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) dictates the compensation, benefits, and conditions of employment. Hiring Rate: $39.17 per hour with step increments per Salary Schedule 91, after 18 months of service and annually thereafter.
Work Schedule
Days/Hours: M-F, 32 weeks per year, 20 hours per week, in person; work schedule subject to change based on needs of the department.
Benefits
The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) provides comprehensive employee benefit programs designed to help keep our faculty and staff and their families healthy, safe, happy, and productive. Our programs also include a variety of components to help our employees improve the quality and balance of their work and family lives, and to help them prepare for their futures. For a full list of FIT benefits, visit our benefits webpage.
Pay Equity by State Employers
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.
Visa Sponsorship
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship by the Fashion Institute of Technology.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
FIT is firmly committed to creating an environment that will attract and retain people from a range of backgrounds. FIT is firmly committed to creating a learning and working environment that encourages, utilizes, respects, and appreciates the full expression of every individual's ability. The FIT community fosters its mission and grows because of its rich, pluralistic experience. FIT is committed to prohibiting discrimination, whether on the basis of race, color, creed, age, national origin, immigration or citizenship status, gender, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, partnership status, caregiver status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, uniformed service, height, weight, any lawful source of income, status as a victim of domestic violence or as a victim of sex offenses or stalking, whether children are, may be or would be residing with a person or conviction or arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. FIT is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, including the opportunity for upward mobility for all qualified individuals. Applications from veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Inquiries regarding FIT's non-discrimination policies may be directed to the Chief Equal Employment Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, 212 217.3360.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
The working conditions for this position will be any combination of an office, classroom, lab, or loading dock. This position may be exposed to noise levels above average, exposed to chemicals and machinery, perform work in a confined space, drive motor equipment, may be exposed to health hazards, exposed to equipment requiring specialized training, in an enclosed vehicle, and may be required to wear common protective or safety equipment such as safety shows, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and/or hard hats. The physical requirement for this position will require occasional sitting, frequent standing, bending, and walking, occasional climbing, frequent pulling, pushing, and reaching, and occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs.
The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), part of the State University of New York and an internationally renowned college of art, design, business and technology with a strong emphasis on liberal arts, invites nominations and applications for a Part-Time Technologist C, Dean's Office.
Job Description:
Reporting to the Technician Coordinator of the School of Art and Design, the Part-Time Technologist C ensures standard safety regulations are followed in the Spatial Experience Design fabrication studio and related areas, and to enforce established safety practices for the use of workstations.
Responsibilities: Maintain inventory of all tools and equipment in the fabrication studio, research and recommend new and replacement tools, and place work orders for approved equipment and supplies. Inspect and maintain equipment and machinery. Maintain department studios and shops to ensure optimal functionality. Maintain a working knowledge of current safety and compliance standards and practices. Work with the department of Environmental Health and Safety to ensure that hazardous chemicals and fumes are properly handled, and maintain a current Safety Data Sheet for chemicals and hazardous materials. Assist students with the proper use of equipment and materials in accordance with safety requirements. Oversee open labs to ensure that students operate equipment safely and follow best practices. Assist with graduating student exhibitions, including the operation of a scissor lift for installation of 2D and 3D works.
The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position; other duties may be assigned consistent with the classification of the position.
Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications: Associate's degree. Three years' experience in a wood working studio. Experienced with installation of exhibitions.
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree. Certificate of Fitness (COF) certification, certifying the ability to safely use, store and handle dangerous materials in the workplace. Experience in use of CNC machines. Experience with metal shop such as welding and torching.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Ability to solve problems, work independently, and excel in a high-performance, team-orientated culture. Conscientious, self-motivated, resourceful, flexible, and punctual. Ability to communicate effectively, remain organized, and precisely follow instructions under pressure. Professional demeanor and experience in cultivating effective and collaborative working relationships. Knowledge of basic health and safety protocols and policies. Excellent written and verbal communications skills; strong interpersonal skills with both faculty and student populations; superior organization, prioritization, self-motivation, and problem resolution skills.
Additional Information:
Please note all offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the background check process.
Salary
Salary: $39.17 per hour
The UCE-FIT Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) dictates the compensation, benefits, and conditions of employment. Hiring Rate: $39.17 per hour with step increments per Salary Schedule 91, after 18 months of service and annually thereafter.
Work Schedule
Days/Hours: M-F, 32 weeks per year, 20 hours per week, in person; work schedule subject to change based on needs of the department.
Benefits
The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) provides comprehensive employee benefit programs designed to help keep our faculty and staff and their families healthy, safe, happy, and productive. Our programs also include a variety of components to help our employees improve the quality and balance of their work and family lives, and to help them prepare for their futures. For a full list of FIT benefits, visit our benefits webpage.
Pay Equity by State Employers
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.
Visa Sponsorship
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship by the Fashion Institute of Technology.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
FIT is firmly committed to creating an environment that will attract and retain people from a range of backgrounds. FIT is firmly committed to creating a learning and working environment that encourages, utilizes, respects, and appreciates the full expression of every individual's ability. The FIT community fosters its mission and grows because of its rich, pluralistic experience. FIT is committed to prohibiting discrimination, whether on the basis of race, color, creed, age, national origin, immigration or citizenship status, gender, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, partnership status, caregiver status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, uniformed service, height, weight, any lawful source of income, status as a victim of domestic violence or as a victim of sex offenses or stalking, whether children are, may be or would be residing with a person or conviction or arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. FIT is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, including the opportunity for upward mobility for all qualified individuals. Applications from veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Inquiries regarding FIT's non-discrimination policies may be directed to the Chief Equal Employment Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, 212 217.3360.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
The working conditions for this position will be any combination of an office, classroom, lab, or loading dock. This position may be exposed to noise levels above average, exposed to chemicals and machinery, perform work in a confined space, drive motor equipment, may be exposed to health hazards, exposed to equipment requiring specialized training, in an enclosed vehicle, and may be required to wear common protective or safety equipment such as safety shows, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and/or hard hats. The physical requirement for this position will require occasional sitting, frequent standing, bending, and walking, occasional climbing, frequent pulling, pushing, and reaching, and occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs.