Scheduled Hours
37.5
Position Summary
Position will support teaching and creative activity in assigned department/school as part of a student-facing team. The technician will work with students and faculty to informally instruct them in process and craft across multiple shops and disciplines with a focus on area of expertise.
The Instructional Technician at the Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts will support teaching and creative activity in architecture, design, and art as part of a student-facing team. The Technician will work with students and faculty to informally instruct them in process and craft across multiple shops and disciplines with a focus on wood, plastics, model building, and furniture construction. The Technician will have primary responsibility for the safe day-to-day operation of the wood, plastic, and metal shop in Givens Hall, but will work across all shops and making spaces as needed. The technician has an important program relationship to the Calares digital fabrication studio. The Technician will create a welcoming environment in the shops and break down barriers for students with limited experience to appropriately use the shops, including individual instruction, process demonstration, and safety training. The Technician will use strong people management skills in the oversight of shop monitors and to foster a positive learning and making
environment.
The Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts at WashU in St. Louis is a unique collaboration in architecture, art, and design education within the context of an internationally recognized research university. Comprised of the College of Architecture and Graduate School of Architecture and Urban Design, the College and Graduate School of Art, and the Mildred Lane Kemper Museum, the Sam Fox School offers a depth of professional education in conjunction with one of the premier university art museums. The School has a strong commitment to social justice, environmental justice, and community-based work, and supports a diverse population of approximately 200 graduate students and 530 undergraduates.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Provide individual and group instruction and guidance in the use of shop tools, materials, and processes to support teaching and creative activity across the school.
- Working in partnership with faculty, develop and implement student training and workshops specific to equipment/materials/techniques identified by a studio or class or identified as a broader academic need across the curriculum.
- Work individually with students to help them learn skills and techniques needed to successfully undertake academic and co-curricular projects.
- Work closely with the Facilities Manager to develop a plan for student safety and user training in Walker Hall shops.
- Learn new practices/methodologies outside the School and offer related training to keep faculty and students current with emerging practices.
- Organize and maintain clean, safe shops in Walker Hall.
- Hire, train, and manage student shop monitors to ensure safe use of the shop during open hours.
- Maintain, implement, and evolve safety protocols.
- Support Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) operations as needed in shop and building.
- Maintain, repair, and/or replace machines, systems, and tools in shop as required.
- Manage shop budget, oversee material, and tool inventory. Work with faculty to obtain and maintain supplies needed for classroom and shop operation.
- Support facilities needs across the Sam Fox School.
- Work with the Facilities teams at peak times, such as move out and pre-orientation, to ensure that the school’s buildings are ready for upcoming academic cycles.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
- Work is in a shop environment with noise, various odors, and exposure to wood, plaster, and some airborne particulates.
- Occasional adjusted non-standard hours may be required to meet training availability of students and faculty.
Physical Effort
- Requires lifting capacity of 60 pounds on regular occasions.
Physical Effort
- Typically walking or standing.
Equipment
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree
Certifications:
No specific certification is required for this position.
Work Experience:
Shop Technician (2 Years)
Skills:
Not Applicable
Driver's License:
A driver's license is not required for this position.
More About This Job
WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Master's degree
Certifications:
No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.
Work Experience:
No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.
Skills:
Blacksmithing, Budget Management, Ceramics Kilns, Chemical Hazards, First Aid, Foundries, Light Electrical Work, Machine Maintenance, Metal Welding, Metalworking, Oxyacetylene Welding, Resistance Spot Welding, Safety Standards, Soldering, Stick Welding, Supervising Students, Welding, Welding Fabrication, Woodworking, Working Independently
Grade
G10
Salary Range
$49,700.00 - $82,100.00 / AnnuallyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
Questions
For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.
Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please emailCandidateQuestions@wustl.eduor call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
Benefits Statement
Personal
Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/
EEO Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.Washington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.
