Hands-on Mechanical Lab Technician (Student, Work-Study)

University of Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Denver’s Innovation Labs is seeking a part-time Lab Assistant to support the mechanical labs. You will help maintain clean spaces, assist student users with 3D printers and fabrication equipment, and help ensure safe operation of tools in a hands-on teaching environment.

You are an eligible Denver student with Federal Work-Study and a willingness to learn. Ideal candidates have shop experience, strong attention to detail, and good customer service, with the ability to work

Qualifications

• Current University of Denver undergraduate or graduate student with eligibility for Federal Work-Study through the University of Denver Financial Aid Office.
• Experience in a shop environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean, orderly, and dust-free environments throughout the mechanical laboratories.
• Use brooms, shop vacuums, and other appropriate cleaning tools effectively and safely.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance, inspections, and upkeep; identify maintenance needs and complete assigned repairs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Education

Federal Work-Study eligible

Tools

3D printers

Laser engraver

Laser cutters

Woodworking tools

Job description

The University of Denver’s Innovation Labs is seeking a part-time Lab Assistant to support the mechanical labs. You will help maintain clean spaces, assist student users with 3D printers and fabrication equipment, and help ensure safe operation of tools in a hands-on teaching environment.

You are an eligible Denver student with Federal Work-Study and a willingness to learn. Ideal candidates have shop experience, strong attention to detail, and good customer service, with the ability to work