Sculpture Lab Technician

Phase2 Technology; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 35,550 - 43,450; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid basic medical coverage

Retirement contributions

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid holidays

Job summary

Phase2 Technology is looking for a Sculpture Lab Technician to support the Department of Art and Art History at UT Austin. This role involves managing studio equipment, supervising students, and developing operational procedures. Candidates should have hands-on skills and knowledge in sculpture techniques.

The full-time position offers a benefits package and requires a high school diploma with at least one year of relevant experience. If you have a passion for art and teaching, this is the role for you!

Qualifications

• At least one year of shop and/or studio experience.
• Experience working with sculpture students.
• Experience in the operation and maintenance of sculpture equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for sculpture processes.
• Supervise students and ensure safe facility use.
• Manage equipment inventory and perform repairs.

Skills

Hands-on skill in sculpture

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Adobe Suite

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Degree

Bachelor's degree in Sculpture or relevant field

Tools

Woodworking equipment

Metal fabrication tools

Foundry equipment

Job description

Job Posting Title: Sculpture Lab Technician

Hiring Department: Department of Art and Art History

Position Open To: All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date: Immediately

Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until Aug 31, 2027

Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS

The College of Fine Arts is the college of creativity at The University of Texas at Austin, a home for artists, performers, designers, scholars, educators, makers and creatives ready to change the world.

The Art and Art History department includes a strong team of two dozen dedicated staff members. Both the College of Fine Arts and departmental leadership prioritize providing staff with a supportive work environment. New employees will find themselves joining a close-knit group in which each member's contributions are valued and encouraged. Leadership is actively engaged and committed to making sure staff have the resources and guidance they need to thrive, which helps foster collaboration and professional growth. Your work here will be impactful, and you'll be supported by peers and leadership.

Candidates must demonstrate a high level of hands‑on skill and working knowledge in the field of sculpture. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong independent judgment, organizational and problem‑solving skills, and the ability to design and implement systems that promote efficient facility use. Successful candidates will have a broad range of technical fabrication knowledge.

Benefits package:

• 100% employer‑paid basic medical coverage during appointment period
• Retirement contributions
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid holidays
• Other services and perks.

This is a full‑time, benefits‑eligible, fixed‑term position with a 10‑month appointment (August 1, 2026 - May 31, 2027) with the possibility of appointment renewal. If renewed, the new appointment would resume August 1, 2027.

Purpose

To provide technical support and expertise across a range of sculpture processes and materials. This position is responsible for the ongoing maintenance and safe operation of studio equipment, management of inventory and budgetary resources, and assists with the supervision of student workers.

Responsibilities

Lab Management

• Assist faculty in providing demonstrations of equipment and techniques for students.
• Responsible for developing and documenting standard operating procedures for equipment and lab processes to ensure efficient use of shared facilities and equipment. Communicate policies, procedures, expectations, and updates clearly to students, staff, and faculty.

Student Support

• Supervise students, ensuring the proper and safe use of facilities. Assist students with all aspects of construction and fabrication of their projects.
• Assist in the supervision of graduate Teaching Assistants (TAs) during monitor hours and student employees, including scheduling, task delegation, and performance monitoring.
• Schedule and monitor open lab hours to support student walk‑ins and questions.

Equipment Management

• Maintains all sculpture facility equipment and keeps it in safe working order.
• Responsible for repairing equipment and/or working with vendors to maintain and repair existing equipment.
• Responsible for purchasing and/or buying new equipment.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintaining accurate inventory of equipment, materials, and supplies; coordinate ordering, receiving, and restocking of materials. Responsible for maintaining an organized and functional studio environment to support teaching and learning.
• Other related functions as assigned.

This job description may not contain all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of this role described. Even if you don't qualify or have specific experience in every facet of this role, we encourage you to apply.

Required Qualifications

• A High School Degree.
• At least one year of shop and/or studio experience.
• Experience working with sculpture students.
• Experience in the operation, daily maintenance, and repairs of woodworking, metal fabrication, and foundry equipment.
• Demonstrated extensive knowledge of Sculpture fabrication techniques and processes including mold making and casting (silicone, urethane rubber, alginate, plaster, resins), nonferrous metal casting (using bonded sand), ceramics (hand building, slip casting, electric‑kiln firing and kiln maintenance), welding (Oxy/Acetylene, MIG, TIG), woodworking, electrical wiring, general construction.
• Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary art and practice.
• Required Competencies:
  • Teamwork
  • Effective Communication
  • Service Excellence
  • Initiative
  • Attention to Detail
  • Manage Multiple Priorities
  • Working experience using: Adobe Suite, Photoshop, Premiere, Illustrator, Rhino 3D, Microsoft Office, i.e. Excel, Word

Preferred Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in Sculpture or relevant field.
• Bookkeeping, accounting, and administrative experience
• Teaching experience

Salary

• $39,500 (Pro‑rated) (10‑month position, between August 1 - May 31)

Working Conditions

• Work in a studio/lab environment that may be noisy or have fluctuating temperatures.
• Frequent bending, reaching, kneeling, and other physical activity.
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

Employment Eligibility

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University‑Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalists under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I‑9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP‑3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.