Ceramics Studio Technician — Part-Time, Open Studio & Kilns

City of Aurora; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ceramics Studio Technician at City of Aurora supports upkeep and operation of the clay studio, assisting students and instructors, and may teach Clay Studio Classes. This role involves maintaining supplies, kilns, and safety procedures within the studio environment.

Minimum qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED and at least 1 year of ceramic experience; preferred Bachelor’s Degree in Ceramics.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience: 1 year of ceramic experience or in ceramic studio operations.
• Knowledge: Ceramics equipment and processes.
• Knowledge: Basic glaze making.
• Knowledge: Firing electric kilns, Raku, Cone 10 Reduction.
• Skills: Creating ceramic art in hand built and wheel thrown forms.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• General computer proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Maintains glazes, chemicals, clay, and dry materials.
• Loads, unloads, and runs kilns for bisque firings.
• Maintains kiln log.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of studio.
• Assists in enforcing policies and procedures in the studio.
• Performs Raku firing during open studio time once per month.
• Teaches private classes and supervises clay parties.
• Assists in loading and firing the highfire gas kiln.

Skills

Ceramics knowledge

Handbuilt & wheel thrown

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1 year ceramic experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Ceramics (preferred)

Job description

The Ceramics Studio Technician at City of Aurora supports upkeep and operation of the clay studio, assisting students and instructors, and may teach Clay Studio Classes. This role involves maintaining supplies, kilns, and safety procedures within the studio environment.

Minimum qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED and at least 1 year of ceramic experience; preferred Bachelor’s Degree in Ceramics.