Machine and Wood Shop Support Worker

Mercer Cluster; Macon, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercer University is seeking a Student Regular Wage Worker to support the Machine and Wood Shop. You will assist with IT and laboratory tasks, set up and operate woodworking machines, and help produce or repair precision parts. A focus on safety, reliability, and proactive problem-solving is essential.

The role is on-campus, requires strong communication, and starts 09/07/2026 with an end date 09/18/2026, offering an hourly wage of $12.00.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and proactive problem-solving attitude.
• Must understand mathematics and mechanics to support lab/workshop tasks.
• Safety precautions must be observed in all activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with information technology and laboratory tasks within the School of Engineering.
• Set up, operate, and tend woodworking machines and related equipment.
• Produce or repair precision parts using manual and automated tools.
• Demonstrate reliability, promptness, and courteousness in daily duties.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Mathematics

Mechanics

Safety awareness

Tools

Woodworking machines

Job description

Job Details

Job Family: Student Regular Wage Department: Dean's Office, School of Engineering Supervisor: Kelsey Hall Job Title: Machine and Wood Shop Support Worker

Job Description

A Machine and Wood Shop Support Worker provides assistance with information technology and laboratory tasks within the School of Engineering. Duties may include maintaining laboratory equipment, set up, operate, and tend all types of woodworking machines, such as saws, milling machines, drill presses, sanders, and wood-fastening machines. You will produce or repair precision parts using both manual and automated equipment and accurate measurements. This job requires excellent communication skills, a proactive problem-solving attitude, and a willingness to tackle unstructured projects. Must be prompt, courteous, and dependable. Must have background in relevant technology being used at the time of application - this is discussed by interview. Must have knowledge of mathematics and mechanics as well as respect for safety precautions. Pay rate: $12.00 per hour Scheduled Hours: 10 Start Date: 09/7/2026 End Date: 09/18/2026

Mercer Student Employment – About Us

Student employees are vital to the success of Mercer University. At Mercer, we are dedicated to helping students find meaningful on-campus jobs and ensuring that students maximize the value of their employment experiences. We believe that having an on-campus job helps students become more involved with the Mercer University community, provides valuable work experience, helps build transferable skills, and habits that will benefit future career options. Moreover, on-campus jobs provide financial rewards.

Important Note

In adherence to the Immigration Control Act of 1986, all student employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9) and present documentation verifying citizenship or permanent residency. You will not be allowed to begin work until the I-9 form has been completed and properly certified. The required documents include either a valid US Passport, certificate of US citizenship, alien registration card with photograph OR two of the following documents: a state driver's license, validated student ID card, original social security card, birth certificate.