Shop Technician

Shop Technician

Job no: 529685
Work type: Classified Staff
Location: Eugene, OR
Categories: Architecture/Art/Design, Facilities/Grounds/Skilled Trades, Operations/Infrastructure, Other, Student Life/Services, Planning/Project Management

Department: Department of Product Design
Classification: Education Program Assistant 2
Appointment Type and Duration: Academic Year (Classified), Ongoing
Salary: $18.46 - $27.89 per hour
FTE: 1.0
Review of Applications Begins
July 4, 2022; position open until filled (updated).
Special Instructions to Applicants
Along with your online application, please upload a resume. You will be asked to provide names and contact information for three professional references.
Department Summary
The College of Design (DSGN) is a multidisciplinary academic unit at the University of Oregon with approximately 100 tenure-related faculty members, 150 non-tenure-related faculty members, 50 staff, and 1,700 student majors in 23 degree programs. The Millrace Shop is outfitted with a variety of technical materials and equipment to support design studio classes, primarily those in the Product Design, Interior Architecture, and Architecture departments, with the fabrication of wood, metal, and plastic. The shop is designed to be both a scheduled classroom for design studios and an open environment for students to work on projects assigned in their classes. The equipment in this space generally includes, but is not limited to, woodworking tools (table saw, band saw, jointer, planer, router, drill press, chop saw, lathe, vacuum veneering, handheld manual/power tools), metalworking tools (table saw, band saw, drill press, lathe, shears, sharpening wheel, pipe bender, brake, roll former, handheld manual/power tools), plastics tools (vacuum/thermal forming, silicone casting), spray booth for applying finishes, CNC routers, and milling machines.
Position Summary
The Shop Technician provides support for studio instruction and student work in the Millrace Shop through safety oversight, the maintenance and coordination of the shop and its equipment, and technical support of the curriculum. The Shop Technician regularly and proactively maintains woodworking, metalworking, plastic working, and other specialized equipment used in teaching and academic research, including the installation and repair of equipment and fabrication components, doing so without direct guidance. The Shop Technician manages and organizes the shop workspace, including building and repairing shop furniture and fixtures, maintaining a clean and organized workspace, arranging shop materials for purchase, and coordinating student clean-up.

In support of studio education, the Shop Technician works collaboratively with the faculty who teach in the Millrace Shop and is supervised by a designated faculty member. The shop technician communicates regularly with instructors and leadership; supports class/studio instruction, including planning for class projects, delivery of technical demonstrations, and safety training. The technician also assists in the development of relevant shop policies, safe practices and procedures; introduces, assists and guides students on safety, tool use, fabrication techniques, and woodworking practices; and provides primary oversight and assistance for students during open studio hours outside of class. In consultation with the College of Design Facilities Services Director and UO Environmental Health and Safety, the Shop Technician identifies and implements best practices for shop safety and operation.

The Shop Technician is responsible for managing the Millrace Shop and keeping it in good working order, maintaining supply levels, materials and tool inventory, and providing recommendations for purchases and repairs in service of the academic mission of the college. The Shop Technician receives guidance from the College of Design Facilities Services team and the UO Environmental Health and Safety office in providing direct support of shop spaces, deploying appropriate resources to effectively accomplish objectives, and maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly facility with equipment in good working condition. Sound environmental practices and regular recycling, as applicable, are essential. The Shop Technician is responsible for identifying potential conflicts and issues before they become problems, and makes recommendations to the appropriate constituents on dealing promptly and directly with any identified issues. The Shop Technician operates with a high degree of independence within the scope of the
assignment and established shop policies and procedures.
Minimum Requirements

• Associate's Degree and three years of work experience (paid or volunteer) supporting community programs that serve children, youth or adults; OR
  
• Bachelor's Degree and one year of work experience (paid or volunteer), one year of which must be working in youth development programs, adult education, teaching, program delivery or related functions; OR
  
• Five years experience in a field related to the duties of the position AND a high school diploma or equivalent.
  
  AND
  
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
  
• Demonstrated skill to work with diverse audiences.
  
• Demonstrated skill to use computers for word processing, data management, and communications.
  Professional Competencies
  
• Ability to perform work within the specified working conditions/environment of the position.
  
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
  
• Demonstrated ability to follow detailed instructions in a timely manner in order to complete assigned tasks.
  
• Experience with finishing and fabrication techniques used in woodworking, metalworking, and plastics.
  
• Experience operating, maintaining, and advising safe practices on any or all the following woodworking equipment: table saw, jointer, planer, router, band saw, drill press, chop saw, lathe, vacuum veneering, as well as various handheld power/manual tools.
  
• Experience operating, maintaining, and advising safe practices on any or all the following metalworking equipment: table saw, band saw, drill press, lathe, as well as various handheld power/manual tools, such as sharpening wheels, shears, pipe bender, sander, brake, roll former.
  
• Knowledge of shop safety and first aid training (or ability to obtain first aid training).
  
• Knowledge of safe equipment and material handling practices according to equipment manuals, industry safety practices, and materials product sheets.
  
• Ability to communicate in a clear, appropriate and courteous manner with university employees, students, contractors, and the public.
  
• Ability to learn and implement new fabrication technologies and materials while maintaining shop safety and productivity.
  
• Excellent customer service and communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
  
• Computer skills; working knowledge or ability to learn programs such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Rhinoceros, RhinoCAM, AutoCAD, and/or other graphics software experience.
  Preferred Qualifications
  
• One year of experience working at a higher education facility.
  
• Three or more years of experience in an educational woodshop or other wood fabrication environment.
  
• Three or more years of experience in an educational metal shop or other metals fabrication environments.
  
• Experience operating CNC router (3 and/or 4 axis), robotic construction, or other digital fabrication tools/equipment.
  
  FLSA Exempt: No
  
  All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background inquiry.
  
  This is a classified position represented by the SEIU Local 503, Oregon Public Employees Union.
  
  University of Oregon students and employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. For additional information see: https://coronavirus.uoregon.edu/vaccine.
  
  The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit http://hr.uoregon.edu/careers/about-benefits.
  
  The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply, and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us at uocareers@uoregon.edu or 541-346-5112.
  
  UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, Office of Civil Rights Compliance, or to the Office for Civil Rights. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed on the statement of non-discrimination.
  
  In compliance with federal law, the University of Oregon prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and services. The Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://clery.uoregon.edu/annual-campus-security-and-fire-safety-report.
  
  
  
  To apply, visit https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/529685/shop-technician
  
  
  
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