VCUarts Woodshop Technician Assistant (Non Benefited)

Woodshop Technician Assistant (Non Benefited) - Art Foundation Program - School of the Arts

Job Description

The Art Foundation Program Woodshop Technician Assistant oversees all operations in the student woodshop when the Woodshop Technician is not working. This includes:

• 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

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.

Required Qualifications

BFA or equivalent professional, training and education.

Professional experience in Art & Design.

Extensive woodshop experience required.

Experience with woodworking, machinery and woodshop safety required.

Preferred Qualifications

MFA preferred.

Teaching experience preferred.

Slotting: H - 82361 - Coordinator MS 1

FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

ORP Eligible: No

Flexible Work Arrangement: Fully Onsite