Evening/Weekend Makerspace Technician - Lab Mentor & Safety Lead

The Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 19,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University Makerspace in Baltimore is seeking a full-time Makerspace Technician to support evening and weekend operations, supervise student technicians, run workshops, and assist users with projects. You will help maintain equipment, enforce safety standards, and collaborate with the Makerspace Manager to ensure smooth lab activities.

The role also involves lab management support, maintaining records, inventory, and coordinating with faculty, staff, and vendors to keep the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Three years of related experience.
• Education may substitute for experience and vice versa per policy.
• Ability to supervise and mentor students in a busy lab.
• Strong communication with faculty, staff, and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Maintain lab safety and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Supervise student technicians and lead weekly workshops.
• Maintain and operate lab equipment; perform routine maintenance.
• Coordinate ordering of supplies and equipment with vendors.
• Maintain records of equipment use, inventory, and repairs.

Skills

Leadership

Student supervision

Teaching/mentoring

Communication with stakeholders

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Three years of related experience

Tools

Woodworking

CNC router

Laser cutting

3D printing (FDM & SLA)

3D modeling

Electronics prototyping

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University Makerspace in Baltimore is seeking a full-time Makerspace Technician to support evening and weekend operations, supervise student technicians, run workshops, and assist users with projects. You will help maintain equipment, enforce safety standards, and collaborate with the Makerspace Manager to ensure smooth lab activities.

The role also involves lab management support, maintaining records, inventory, and coordinating with faculty, staff, and vendors to keep the