Makerspace Lab Technician & Equipment Specialist

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Columbus Propeller Makerspace collaborated with Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana to host a Propeller Lab Technician in Columbus. The role supports installation, troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, and inventory of equipment, materials, and tools at Columbus Propeller Makerspace and Moravec Hall mini-makerspace.

The technician helps maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment, provides instruction to members on proper equipment use, and works with Ivy Tech staff to support hands-on

Qualifications

• Certificate or technical certificate in a related technical field.
• Ability to safely operate, maintain, and troubleshoot tools and equipment.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate with individuals with varying levels of technical experience.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, inclusive, welcoming environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, calibrate, clean, and troubleshoot makerspace equipment.
• Assist with installation and setup of new equipment and technology.
• Perform basic repairs and coordinate outside repairs when needed.
• Develop and maintain a preventive maintenance program for all equipment.
• Create and maintain an accurate inventory of equipment, tools, materials, and supplies.
• Submit warranty cards and maintain copies of warranty documentation.
• Maintain a library of manuals, resources, and other information for makerspace equipment.
• Provide instruction on the safe and proper use of equipment to makerspace members.
• Assist members with basic equipment questions and troubleshooting.
• Promote a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment.
• Assist the Executive Director with day-to-day makerspace operations.
• Provide institutional support as requested by Ivy Tech administration, including participation in college projects and grant-related activities.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Instruction & training

Team collaboration

Education

Technical certificate or equivalent

Tools

CNC routers

Laser cutters

3D printers

Woodworking

Metalworking

Welding

Plasma tables

Job description

Columbus Propeller Makerspace collaborated with Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana to host a Propeller Lab Technician in Columbus. The role supports installation, troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, and inventory of equipment, materials, and tools at Columbus Propeller Makerspace and Moravec Hall mini-makerspace.

The technician helps maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment, provides instruction to members on proper equipment use, and works with Ivy Tech staff to support hands-on