Shop Specialist

105667BR

Off-Campus: Chandler/Gilbert

Specialist

Job Description

Arizona State University (ASU) is looking for an experienced fabrication shop specialist to support ASU student, faculty, staff and affiliate use of the 17,000 sq. ft. fabrication shop at the ASU Chandler Innovation Center in downtown Chandler.

The Shop Specialist supports shop users with specialized equipment in a manner which prioritizes both safety, customer service, and learning. The Shop Specialist contributes to creating an environment which encourages and supports users in completing their projects.

Responsibilities include training shop users on the safe use of specialized equipment, assisting shop users in using specialized equipment, instructing classes on shop equipment and mentoring users on the creation of their projects.

Successful candidates are skilled in a variety of shop equipment including wood working, laser cutting, welding, machining and milling, textiles, 3D printing, and electronics; possess working knowledge of equipment safety, and have experience creating their own projects and sharing details of projects completed.

This is a part-time (20 hours per week), benefits-eligible position based at the ASU Chandler Innovation Center in downtown Chandler. Hours are flexible but will require evenings and weekends. Hours of the fabrication shop adapt to the needs of ASU classes each semester. Fall 2024 semester shop open hours will be as follows.

Monday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday Closed

Job Family

Generic

Department Name

Chandler Innovation Center

Full-Time/Part-Time

Part-Time

VP Code

EXECUTIVE ADMIN

Scope of Search

Open

Grant Funded Position

This is not a grant funded position and is not contingent on future grant funding.

Salary Range

$26.44 per hour

Close Date

06-November-2024

Category

02

Essential Duties

• Prepares and monitors specific materials unique to the program, project, initiative or area of a department/college.
• Coordinates resources to meet the needs of the area assigned.
• Monitors the activities of assigned staff.
• Acts as liaison with the community, students, faculty, and staff in facilitating university programs.
• Provides training and professional development in the related subject matter or methodology.
• Consults with staff, students and others to provide technical advice, problem solving assistance, answers to questions and program goals and policy interpretation.
• Coordinates and/or monitors the effectiveness of related methods and work activities.
• Prepares and conducts related program evaluation activities.
• Participates in the action plans for leadership teams and leaders to direct and guide related program, project, initiative or area of a department/college.
• Develops and facilitates related workshops, conferences, and seminars.
• Resolves field related problems through written or verbal correspondence.
• Analyzes research data and other literature and makes interpretations for application to related program, project, initiative or area of a department/college.
• May assist in developing budgets, performance indicators, and accountability reports for new programs and/or budget units.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a field appropriate to the area of assignment AND three (3) years of related experience; OR, Seven (7) years of related experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge in at least one traditional equipment subject area:
  • Machining
  • Woodworking
  • Metalworking
  • Electronics
  • Textiles
• Demonstrated knowledge in at least one digital fabrication subject area:
  • Laser cutting
  • 3D printing
  • CNC routing
  • CNC machining
• Experience instructing safety and basic use fabrication classes as well as advanced skill-based workshops
• At least one year of experience in customer service, hospitality, or retail environment
• Evidence of effective communication skills

Working Environment

• Onsite work at the ASU Chandler Innovation Center (ACIC) is required.
• Requires a flexible working schedule in order to accommodate scheduled use of the shop which will include evenings and weekends.
• Work duties are performed in an environmentally controlled shop setting.
• Activities include use of office equipment including a laptop computer and shop equipment including complex and heavy machinery; subject to extended periods of standing, walking, lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Regular communication to perform essential duties.

Department Statement

The ASU Chandler Innovation Center fabrication shop is a university-wide resource available to ASU students, faculty, staff and affiliates for work on ASU projects. The fabrication shop contains a wood shop, metal shop, MIG and TIG welding, machine shop, sewing, 3D printing, laser cutting, and several 2D and 3D design workstations. The shop is part of a 33,297 sq. ft. facility featuring flexible use classroom, meeting, event and office space.

ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

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ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Instructions to Apply

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.

Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of “equivalent combination” in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor’s degree is equal to four years of experience.