Makerspace Lab Aide (Regular Part-Time)

About the role

This position is responsible for supporting the daily operations of MADE@Westmoreland by ensuring the makerspace, equipment, tools, and materials are organized, functional, and ready for instructional, workforce, and community use. The Lab Aide provides hands-on support to instructors, learners, and staff by helping to create a safe, welcoming, and productive environment for creativity, fabrication, and technical skill development.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the makerspace, storage areas, and tool stations to ensure a clean, organized, and functional environment.
• Provide for the general cleanliness, organization, and security of equipment, tools, materials, and work areas.
• Ensure a safe environment for the conduct of hands-on learning, making, and technical skill development.
• Monitor daily makerspace operations to promote safe usage, ensure equipment is functioning properly, and promptly report any issues or concerns to the Director.
• Prepare equipment, materials, and tool stations for scheduled classes, workshops, camps, and workforce trainings based on the weekly schedule.
• Conduct basic equipment checks and notify the Director of any maintenance or repair needs.
• Provide technical and logistical assistance to instructors and staff concerning equipment setup, materials preparation, and workspace readiness.
• Assist the Director with the fabrication of college-assigned projects, including promotional items, signage, and donor recognition materials.
• Facilitate new member orientations, including introductions to makerspace policies, workflows, and safety expectations.
• Restock commonly used materials and maintain inventory of supplies.
• Assist participants as needed with locating tools, materials, and understanding basic makerspace procedures.
• Conduct equipment certifications.
• Support setup and teardown for special events, camps, workshops, and community programs hosted at MADE@Westmoreland.
• Maintain records of activities undertaken in support of classes and programs, including data entry and tracking of equipment use