Technician

Otis College of Art and Design; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Otis College of Art and Design seeks Technical Support Staff to ensure safety and technical advancement within our maker community. The role conducts demonstrations, supports students and staff, and maintains shop safety and operations.

Expect adherence to OSHA standards and ongoing professional development in a dynamic academic environment. Responsibilities include instructing in proper tool use, assisting student projects, and participating in meetings and trainings to align with college

Qualifications

• BFA degree in a related field is required and one year of work-related experience, preferably in an academic shop/lab/studio environment.
• CPR and First Aid certification are required by the position.

Responsibilities

• Conducts standardized and scheduled shop/lab/studio safety and technical demonstrations with students, faculty and staff.
• Assists and advises students on the production of their projects, including methods, materials and tool use to complete projects safely.
• Attends departmental meetings, trainings and workshops to stay current on policies and procedures related to the shop/lab/studio and college.
• Will adhere to OSHA standards and best practices relevant to the position.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Education

BFA degree in related field

Job description

Technical Support Staff are responsible for the safety and technical advancement of our maker community. Shop, Laboratory and Studio Technicians orient and initiate students, staff and faculty through a series of strategically scripted hands on instructional demonstrations aimed at providing a foundational overview of the safety, process, and material considerations related to that type of production. Thereafter, Technicians continue to support, supervise, and advise all bodies working in their respective areas; ensuring that all activities adhere to Industry and Technical Support Services Standards.

Technical Support Staff are responsible for the general upkeep of the shop, lab or studio they perform in. This includes the general maintenance and basic repair of all equipment and tools associated with their space; the daily cleaning, daily organization and occasional minor renovation of the space.

Technical Support Staff should represent the department and their respective areas in a positive, customer service-oriented manner. Users should be supported, respected and empowered; all while observing shop/lab/studio etiquette and general best practices.

CORE DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conducts standardized and scheduled shop/lab/studio safety and technical demonstrations with students, faculty and staff. Demonstrations will cover all aspects of shop safety, as well as a comprehensive demonstration of the proper operational techniques of all tools and equipment.

Assists and advises students on the production of their projects. This will include the

discussion of methods and materials, the use of tools, and any necessary steps to complete the project safely and successfully.

Attends departmental meetings, trainings, and workshops to maintain a current understanding of work culture, policies, and procedures related to the shop/lab/studio, the college, and other outside regulatory agencies.

Will be both CPR and First Aid certified. Will adhere to OSHA standards and best practices relevant to position

Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS and EDUCATION: (Non-negotiable; minimum requirements, skills, experience, certifications)

• A BFA degree in a related field is required as well as one year of work-related experience, preferably in an academic shop/lab/studio environment .