Fabrication Specialist (OPS)

Located along Florida’s I-4 High Tech Corridor, Florida Poly opened its doors in August 2014 as the state’s 12th university and the only one dedicated to core subjects in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM education). The non-traditional academic environment focuses on applied learning, specifically in technology and engineering. Small class sizes give faculty the opportunity to work closely with high-caliber students, and the most advanced technology, including a Supercomputer, 3D printing lab, media lab and nanotechnology lab, sets Florida Poly apart from other state universities. Florida Poly’s innovative approach to higher education allows students to learn strong fundamentals within a traditional university department structure, while giving them opportunities to apply their learning through research and projects in emerging high-tech concentrations like Cyber Security, Big Data Analytics, Machine Intelligence and more. The University partners closely with industry leading firms, and faculty members are rewarded for more than just publishing. Industry involvement, problem solving, and the commercialization of technology and research through start-ups and small businesses are encouraged.

Job Title

Fabrication Specialist (OPS)

Job Description Summary

Florida’s only public university exclusively teaching science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) is looking for exceptional candidates to serve as the Fabrication Specialist in the Mechanical Engineering Department.

This position will provide fabrication assistance to student projects with curriculum connections and be a resource for Robotics Team program, capstone design, and other student activities. In close collaboration with staff and faculty in the mechanical engineering department, the position will serve as a point-of-contact for robotics-related activities and other student activities. The primary role will be facilitating fabrication, facility use, and organizational assistance that supports design and build activities.

Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with robotics and curriculum-based activities including fabrication of components, and safe usage and maintenance of facilities.
• Collaborate with appropriate faculty and student organizations to promote diversity in involvement of student participation in robotics.
• Assist with the development, implementation and evaluation of all operating policies and procedures for robotics;
• Conduct coaching and instruction activities for robotics including safety training, fabrication activities, and assist as a resource for competition rules.
• Enforce safety procedures and code of conduct for all involved in robotics participants;
• Assist with budget projections, ordering, and equipment recommendations;
• Other duties, as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated ability to deal with customers and work as team member.
• Clear and effective communicator and ability to keep project on-time, on-task.
• Demonstrated wide range of hands-on fabrication skills and safety policies and procedures.
• Experience with robotics focused team competitions (e.g., First Robotics) as either a player or a coach.
• Ability to maintain schedules, facilitate team meetings, and help set realistic goals.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have a high school diploma.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience with hands-on fabrication and mechanical systems.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates degree preferred
• Experience working with high school and/or college students.

REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND/OR OTHER SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS OF LAW:

• This position requires a criminal background check, which may include a Level II screening as required by Florida Statute §435.04.
• This position is subject to federal and state privacy regulations.

NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE: This position is full-time, temporary (OPS). The normal work schedule will be set upon hire, however, weekends and/or evenings will be required.

TARGET HIRING SALARY: $18.00 - $19.00, commensurate with experience.

APPLICATION DEADLINE DATE: The position is open until filled, however review of applications will commence immediately.

APPLICATION PROCESS: In addition to completing the online application, all Applicants are required to upload the following as an attachment to the application (preferably in PDF format):

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Diversity Statement:

Florida Polytechnic University is an equal opportunity/equal access institution. It is the policy of the Board of Trustees to provide equal opportunity for employment and educational opportunities to all (including applicants for employment, employees, applicants for admission, students, and others affiliated with the University) without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or genetic information.

Special Instructions Regarding Attachments:

Required attachments are listed on each posting. Please be sure to attach all required documents in the Resume/CV field before continuing through the application. Once your application has been submitted, no changes may be made and additional attachments will not be considered.

An unofficial copy of the degree/transcript is acceptable during the application process. For positions requiring a degree, the official transcripts are required upon hire.

Foreign Transcript: Transcripts issued outside of the United States require a equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the application deadline.

All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements.

This position requires a background check, which may include a level II screening as required by the Florida Statute §435.04.