Wood & Metal Shop Technician - Makers Center

The New School; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition waiver

Retirement plan

Paid vacation

Job summary

The New School’s Parsons/Mannes/Jazz/Drama division seeks a Full-time Technician in Wood and Metal for the Making Center on campus in New York City. The role focuses on managing shop operations, supporting students and faculty, and maintaining equipment across the N2 Wood Shop and related spaces.

This in-person position reports to Making Center leadership under a Local 1205 Teamsters contract, with opportunities for growth, training, and collaboration in a dynamic, interdisciplinary setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of professional experience in the industry.
• Flexible schedule including nights and weekends as needed.
• Knowledge of production and fabrication techniques across materials.
• Technical knowledge of wood- and metal-based practices including furniture, sculpture, prototyping, millwork.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Making Center facilities.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and welcoming shop environment.
• Provide high-level customer service to students, faculty, and staff.
• Assist with equipment troubleshooting, maintenance, and training.
• Lead demos, set up orientations, and contribute to documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Web checkout systems

Job description

The New School’s Parsons/Mannes/Jazz/Drama division seeks a Full-time Technician in Wood and Metal for the Making Center on campus in New York City. The role focuses on managing shop operations, supporting students and faculty, and maintaining equipment across the N2 Wood Shop and related spaces.

This in-person position reports to Making Center leadership under a Local 1205 Teamsters contract, with opportunities for growth, training, and collaboration in a dynamic, interdisciplinary setting.