VCUarts Woodshop Technician Assistant (Non Benefited)
Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts · Richmond, VA · 1 mo ago
EngineeringFull-time
About the role
The Art Foundation Program Woodshop Technician Assistant oversees all operations in the student woodshop when the Woodshop Technician is not working.
Responsibilities
- Introductory woodshop equipment safety and operations training sessions
- Demonstrating to students the proper use of the equipment in order for them to achieve the desired results for assignments
- Monitoring the use of hand-held tools
- Monitoring students' safe use of the Woodshop's power machinery that can only be operated by students who are supervised by trained staff
- Special projects for the Art Foundation Program as requested by the Art Foundation administration
Qualifications
Required:
- BFA or equivalent professional training and education
- Professional experience in Art & Design
- Extensive Woodshop Experience Required
- Experience with woodworking, machinery and woodshop safety required
- Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU
Preferred:
- MFA preferred
- Teaching Experience Preferred