FabVille Lab Assistant

About the role

The City of Somerville is seeking candidates (students, 16+ years of age) for the position of FabVille Lab Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year. FabVille's Lab Assistants are responsible for assisting the Lab Manager and Instructors with day-to-day operations at the City of Somerville’s fabrication lab, "FabVille", located in Somerville High School.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Google Voice phone number to field questions and help visitors access the space
• Track space usage by having new and returning members sign in
• Aid members during open shop, classes and events, and help with setup and cleanup
• Aid with posting on website and social media
• Respond to email inquiries about FabVille
• Aid Lab Manager with preparing reports
• Additional responsibilities dependent upon interest and past experience

Requirements

If presented with a job offer, you will be required to obtain a youth work permit and provide proof of permission to work in the U.S. Preference will be given to Somerville High School students.

Qualifications

• Preference given to Somerville High School students
• Anticipated regular hours of operation: Tuesdays: 5-9PM Wednesdays: 4-9PM Thursdays: 4-9PM (with some classes and events scheduled on Monday and Friday evenings)

Skills

None specifically listed, but strong communication and organizational skills are preferred.

Benefits

4 weeks annual vacation for non-union positions. Union positions vary by contract.

Pay

$18.85 per hour

Schedule

Up to 19 hours

Payroll Status

Non-Exempt

Date

August, 27, 2026

City of Somerville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability or any other protected category. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Pre-Employment Requirements for All Employees

• MA Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) clearance
• Completion of Conflict-of-Interest Law Education training for municipal employees

Overview of Total Rewards

• 4 weeks annual vacation for non-union positions
• Medical insurance through the Group Insurance Commission (GIC) - 80% of premium costs paid by City
• Dental coverage low and high plans through Cigna
• Vision care through Vision Service Plan (VSP)
• Long term disability through Sun Life
• Group and voluntary life insurance through Boston Mutual
• Health Care and Dependent Care flexible spending through Benefit Strategies
• Deferred compensation plans through a choice of three vendors
• Free, confidential services through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provided by E4Health
• Annual cancer screening & wellness release
• Somerville Retirement Pension System
• Tuition reimbursement
• MBTA pass program
• FREE Blue Bikes membership
• Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)