Interdisciplinary Sculpture, Student Worker

Maryland Institute College of Art; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A leading art and design college in Baltimore is seeking a Sculpture Studio Student Technician to assist with the daily operations of the sculpture studios. This role involves collaboration with students and faculty, ensuring the safety and functionality of equipment, and maintaining studio practices. The ideal candidate is a current undergraduate student with a major in Sculpture, possessing practical skills in welding and woodworking. Flexibility for evening and weekend shifts is required.

Qualifications

• Previous job experience required.
• 1+ years of metal working experience preferred.
• 1+ years of woodworking experience preferred.
• 1+ years of mold-making experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with studio operations and student support.
• Maintain environmental health and safety compliance.
• Enforce studio policies and assist with equipment use.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Welding

Basic woodworking

Mold making

Organizational skills

Mechanical sensibility

Education

Current MICA undergraduate student

Sculpture major/Intro to Sculpture and Metal Fabrication classes

Tools

Rhino 3D

Sheetcam CNC Plasma cutting software

Job description

Welcome to the official site for employment opportunities at MICA. At MICA, we empower our employees to use their talent in a variety of ways. We are pleased that you are interested in career opportunities offered at MICA.**Work Schedule:** Part-time 5-10 hours per week, regular business hours, evenings, and weekends. 2 semester appointment renewable. **Summary of Essential Functions:*** Assist students with machine setup/unlocking equipment* Support students with CNC plasma cutting, once trained.* Change consumable items on machines such as blades and abrasives* Report any damaged or out-of-stock items to the Studio Manager* Ensure proper use of Personal Protective Equipment**Essential duties and responsibilities:*** Assist with maintaining and enforcing Environmental Health and Safety compliance by modeling safe studio practices and ensuring proper shop etiquette* Provide support to the student community and monitor equipment use* Enforce studio policies and demonstrate best practices when assisting students with equipment, materials, and techniques* Assist other student technicians in areas where necessary.* Lock all equipment at the end of a shift* Shut off all fans/ventilation at the end of a shift* Ensure ventilation is being used correctly and where/when necessary* Clean studios at the end of the night shift* Communicate with the Studio Manager to help maintain tools, software, and check stock of PPE* Perform other relevant duties as assigned**Knowledge, skills, and Abilities:*** Ability to collaborate with the studio community of students, faculty, and staff* Proficient communication skills – don’t be shy. Share what you know when people ask questions* Practical knowledge of welding, fabrication, basic woodworking, and mold making* Ability to draw in Rhino, and to be able to help students troubleshoot their files and fix drawings* Ability to assist with mold making, rubber mixing, plaster mixing, clay work ,and proper PPE related to mold making* Metal casting and ceramic shell knowledge* Good mechanical sensibility* Good organizational skills* Quality craftsmanship and a desire to incorporate cross-disciplinary methods in your work* Strong organizational skills* Sensitive to student needs* Knowledge of PPE appropriate to technique or machinery**Minimum Qualifications:*** Current MICA undergraduate student* Previous job experience* Sculpture major/INTRO to SCULPTURE and METAL FABRICATION CLASSES* Sculpture studio tool knowledge**Preferred Qualifications:*** 1+ years of metal working experience* 1+ years of woodworking experience* 1+ years of mold-making experience* Working as a technician elsewhere on campus* Skills in Rhino 3D/Sheetcam CNC Plasma cutting software* Knowledge of various welding techniques* Solid portfolio demonstrating skills and techniques relevant to this position**Reporting to this position:** No direct reports**Conditions of Employment:*** Required to work evenings and weekends**Physical demands and work environment:** The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.* *Physical Demands:* While performing the duties of the job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift up to 45 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.* *Work environment:* While performing the duties of the job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal, but ear protection is required at times.* *Required training:* Handbook orientation, Anti-Harassment, Hazard Communication, Emergency Plans & Fire Prevention, Personal Protection Equipment.Maryland Institute College of Art is committed to its policy of providing equal opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or veteran status (disabled, Vietnam-era, or otherwise). Furthermore, the College does not tolerate any form of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment or sexual violence. This policy applies to all programs, facilities, and activities provided by Maryland Institute College of Art, including but not limited to admission, educational programs, and employment.Applicants must apply online for each job in which they are interested. You will not be considered for any job for which you have not specifically applied. We do not accept applications via email, U.S. mail, or fax. Successful candidates for any staff or faculty positions will be subject to a pre-employment background check.MICA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 410-225-2363.**General purpose:** The Sculpture Studio Student Technician assists with the day-to-day operations of the Interdisciplinary Sculpture Department studios, including the wood shop, mold shop, and metal shop, supporting student work in the studios, and fielding questions about the studio facilities Acknowledged nationally as a premier leader in art and design education, MICA is deliberately cultivating a new generation of artist – one that is capable of seamlessly integrating innovation, entrepreneurship and creative citizenship with contemporary approaches to art, design and media.MICA is redefining the role of the artists and designers as creative, solutions-oriented makers and thinkers who will drive social, cultural, and economic advancement for our future.As the oldest continuously degree-granting college of art and design in the nation, MICA is located in Baltimore, deeply connected to the community. It is a leading contributor to the creative economy regionally and a top producer of nationally and internationally recognized professional artists and designers.