College of Design FabLab Student Tech-Generalist

Job Title
College of Design FabLab Student Tech-Generalist


Requisition Number
DU12647


Department Name
8N040:Design Facilities/Shops/Technology


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Salary Range
Starting at $12.00 - 15.00 per hour


Type of Position
Student


Position Time Status
Part-Time


Required Education

Must be enrolled as a student at the University of Kentucky.



Required Related Experience

Must be enrolled as a student at the University of Kentucky.



Required License/Registration/Certification

n/a



Physical Requirements

Standing for prolonged periods of time while assisting FabLab customers. Some lifting up to 50 pounds.



Shift

Working hours flexible but occur during open lab hours M-F 9-6, Weekend hours are TBD depending on demands of the Fab Lab service needs.



Job Summary

Student workers in the College of Design Fabrication Lab are the first contact point for all
students who seek the lab’s services and its tools and equipment, including digital tools. As a
student worker you will help guide your student peers with the physical and digital processes
central to the College of Design curricula. From planning to execution, you will work as a part of
a team to provide hands-on support while promoting an environment of inclusive and
collaborative learning. Student workers also provide operational and maintenance support by
performing routine quality and safety checks to ensure the cleanliness and safety of the
Fabrication Lab.

What a typical day includes:

• Assisting peers with a variety of fabrication techniques and projects including wood
working, laser cutting, CNC milling and metals.
• Checking out/in borrowable tools
• Maintaining inventory

You should apply if:

• You are interested in furthering your knowledge and experience in design technology
using a variety of fabrication methods
• You enjoy collaborative opportunities with your student peers in and out of the College
of Design
• You are comfortable helping others solve problems with a kind a patient attitude

Federal Work Study eligible students are encouraged to apply.



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Software support- Rhino, Adobe suite, Revit
• Print output, 3D Printing, large format inkjet, and laser printer
• Laser cutting/engraving
• General fabrication

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

• Software support- Rhino, Adobe suite, Revit
• Print output, 3D Printing, large format inkjet, and laser printer
• Laser cutting/engraving
• General fabrication

Deadline to Apply
04/30/2025


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