Makerspace Helper (Student Position)

Ferris State University College of Business; Big Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Ferris State University College of Business in Big Rapids, MI is seeking a Makerspace Helper (Student Position) to support hands-on learning in the campus makerspace. You will assist students and faculty with design and fabrication projects and train users on 3D printers and laser equipment.

Essential duties include operating and maintaining equipment, promoting safety, keeping supplies stocked, and helping with setup and troubleshooting.

Qualifications

• Operate and maintain 3D printers, laser cutters, and related equipment.
• Follow and promote safety procedures while keeping machines in good working order.
• Train and assist students and faculty in using makerspace tools.
• Troubleshoot issues with equipment and projects as needed.
• Keep the makerspace running day to day and make sure equipment is ready to use.
• Run and maintain 3D printers, laser cutters, and other tools.
• Help students and faculty with their projects, from setup to troubleshooting.
• Show people how to use the machines safely and correctly.
• Keep track of supplies and let supervisors know when things are running low.
• Make sure the space stays safe, clean, and organized.
• Work with people from different programs and support a variety of projects.

Responsibilities

• Keep the makerspace running day to day and make sure equipment is ready to use.
• Run and maintain 3D printers, laser cutters, and other tools.
• Help students and faculty with their projects, from setup to troubleshooting.
• Show people how to use the machines safely and correctly.
• Keep track of supplies and let supervisors know when things are running low.

Skills

3D printing

Laser cutting

Safety procedures

Troubleshooting

Training users

Tools

3D printers

Laser cutters

Job description

Apply now Job no: 498055

Work type: Student Employment - General

Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307

Categories: Student Employment - General

Position Title: Makerspace Helper (Student Position) Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307 Department:

College of Engineering Technology

Advertised Salary: $14.00 Summary of Position: Assist students and faculty with design and fabrication projects, train users on 3D printers and laser equipment, and maintain makerspace tools and supplies to support hands-on learning. Position Type: Student Employment - General Position Requirements: Ability to:

Operate and maintain 3D printers, laser cutters, and related equipment.

Follow and promote safety procedures while keeping machines in good working order.

Train and assist students and faculty in using makerspace tools.

Troubleshoot issues with equipment and projects as needed. Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Keep the makerspace running day to day and make sure equipment is ready to use.

Run and maintain 3D printers, laser cutters, and other tools.

Help students and faculty with their projects, from setup to troubleshooting.

Show people how to use the machines safely and correctly.

Keep track of supplies and let supervisors know when things are running low.

Make sure the space stays safe, clean, and organized.

Work with people from different programs and support a variety of projects. Number of Positions Available: 2 Documents Needed to Apply: Class Schedule Job Close Date: September 20, 2026 EEO Statement: Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement.

Advertised: 05 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: 20 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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