Pottery Studio Technician — Lead Classes & Kilns

City of Richmond; Richmond; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Richmond is seeking a Pottery Technician to assist in running two pottery studios at the Richmond Cultural Centre and Annex. You will oversee drop-in sessions, support instructors, ensure safety protocols, and help with glaze work under the Arts Programmer.

Ideal candidates have a relevant diploma or 1 year of studio experience, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and communicate with diverse community groups. On-site work with a compressed schedule is offered.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Diploma or 2-year program in arts education, visual arts, or related field.
• Up to 1 year of experience assisting in operating and maintaining a pottery studio.
• Equivalent level of training and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading kilns and oversee firing
• Mixing and maintaining and tests a variety of glazes for studio use according to proper procedures
• Overseeing operations of the pottery studio during drop-in sessions
• Upholding health and safety guidelines and orienting new users to the pottery studio
• Ensuring hazardous materials are stored and labeled safely including MSDS
• Assisting with student/instructor exhibitions
• Maintaining positive communication with instructors and community groups
• Instructing pottery classes and workshops
• Collaborating with the Arts Programmer to create a class schedule that fits the needs of the community and works with the limitations of the space.
• Overseeing the team of instructors and Studio technicians in all aspects of the use of the space.
• Maintaining the studio as a safe and effective learning environment by keeping up to date on workplace best practices.

Skills

Kiln operation procedures

Glaze preparation

Studio supervision

Effective communication

Safety and OSHA-like practices

Manual handling (50lbs)

Education

Diploma or 2-year program in arts education/visual arts

Tools

Glaze mixing procedures

Job description

The City of Richmond is seeking a Pottery Technician to assist in running two pottery studios at the Richmond Cultural Centre and Annex. You will oversee drop-in sessions, support instructors, ensure safety protocols, and help with glaze work under the Arts Programmer.

Ideal candidates have a relevant diploma or 1 year of studio experience, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and communicate with diverse community groups. On-site work with a compressed schedule is offered.