Woodshop Safety & Training Assistant (Onsite)

Virginia Commonwealth University; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University invites applications for Woodshop Technician Assistant (Non Benefited) in the Art Foundation Program within the School of the Arts. The role oversees the student woodshop in the absence of the Woodshop Technician, trains students on equipment safety, demonstrates proper use of tools, and supports faculty with projects.

Candidates should have a BFA or equivalent, extensive woodshop experience, and proven ability to work with diverse students and staff onsite.

Qualifications

• BFA or equivalent professional, training and education required.
• Professional experience in Art & Design required.
• Extensive woodshop experience required.
• Experience with woodworking, machinery and woodshop safety required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all operations in the student woodshop when the Woodshop Technician is not working.
• Provide introductory woodshop equipment safety and operations training sessions.
• Demonstrate proper use of equipment to students for assignments.
• Monitor the use of hand-held tools.
• Supervise students using power machinery in the woodshop.
• Complete special projects for the Art Foundation Program as requested by administration.

Skills

Art & Design experience

Woodshop experience

Woodworking safety

Education

BFA or equivalent professional, training and education

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University invites applications for Woodshop Technician Assistant (Non Benefited) in the Art Foundation Program within the School of the Arts. The role oversees the student woodshop in the absence of the Woodshop Technician, trains students on equipment safety, demonstrates proper use of tools, and supports faculty with projects.

Candidates should have a BFA or equivalent, extensive woodshop experience, and proven ability to work with diverse students and staff onsite.