Fabrication Lab Assistant - SA+P

University of New Mexico
$16.00 Hourly
United States, New Mexico, Albuquerque
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Mar 07, 2025
Requisition IDreq32683 Working TitleFabrication Lab Assistant - SA+P Pay$16.00 Hourly CampusMain - Albuquerque, NM DepartmentSchool of Architecture & Planning (ABM) Employment TypeStudent Employment Student TypeStudent Employment StatusNon-Exempt Background Check RequiredNo For Best Consideration Date3/3/2025 Position SummaryThe School of Architecture and Planning is seeking applications for Fab Lab Assistants. Under the direct supervision and mentorship of the Fabrication Lab Coordinator, Fab Lab Assistants will be involved in a wide range of projects with varying levels of complexity. The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to: assisting lab users by providing guidance and support for their production needs; performing various lab and equipment maintenance tasks, assisting with construction/fabrication projects, performing building maintenance duties in Pearl Hall, and monitoring for the safety of all Fab Lab users. Additional responsibilities will include the ability to move and lift objects up to 30lbs, operating analog tools and equipment in the woodshop and metal shop, as well as digital fabrication equipment such as laser cutters, CNC routers, CNC plasma cutters, and associated software/programs. All applicants must have the capacity to maintain a safe and professional attitude. The successful candidate will be required to complete all required safety and equipment trainings. Minimum Qualifications Equivalencies not found for this position Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications: Graduate or Undergraduate student status in a degree granting program in the School of Architecture & Planning, College of Fine Art, College of Engineering, or other degree granting program at UNM. Experience with analog fabrication processes including woodworking, metalworking, and model building as we;; as experience with digital fabrication processes, equipment, and software. Demonstration of familiarity and knowledge in Rhino and the Adobe Creative Suite. Ability and willingness to learn new programs, tools, equipment and apply them to the job. Ability to work evening and weekend shifts in the Fab Lab, including Monday-Thursday 9am-9pm, Friday 9am-3pm, and weekends 10am-5pm. Application Instructions Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Application Details: Please attach in UNM Jobs as PDF files: 1) Cover letter stating interest in Student Employment Fabrication Lab Assistant position; 2) resume; and 3) portfolio (or link to online portfolio The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.