Primary Duties and Responsibilties

• Support 3D studio labs including Sculpture, Ceramics, and Makerspace
• Oversee all studios to ensure they are safe and accessible for students
• Help monitor and maintain tools and equipment
• Ensure tools and equipment are in working order and provide routine equipment maintenance
• Assist with ordering and stocking materials across all studios
• Assist with training students to use tools and equipment safely
• Assist with equipment and studio supervision and monitor safety
• Support project-based courses
• Supervise student workers

Studios include: a woodshop; metalshop; foundry; mold-making and casting area (wax, plaster, and investment); Makerspace (laserengraver, CNC router, vinyl cutter, 3D printers); 3D imaging studio; ceramics throwing and hand-building studios; clay storage and mixing; kilns (gas and electric); offsite kilns at the WKU Farm (wood and raku); and glazing stations.

This is a part-time one year appointment. Continuation will depend on need/funding.

• High School Diploma
• Experience working with a variety of tools and equipment
• Knowledge of basic equipment maintenance
• Ability to work well with others and as a member of a team

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