Lab Assistant, Engineering
Position Type: Federal Work Study or Non-Work Study
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
- Equipment Maintenance: Assist in storing, maintaining, repairing, and calibrating lab equipment, tools, and machinery to ensure they are in safe and working condition.
- Student Support: Provide guidance and technical assistance to students on the proper use of tools and equipment, helping them troubleshoot issues and advising on design, operation, and best practices.
- Safety Compliance: Enforce safety protocols and procedures, conducting regular safety inspections and teaching Safety and Basic Use training modules.
- Space Organization: Assist in organizing and maintaining a clean, orderly, and efficient workspace, including the storage of tools and materials.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
- Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and maintain a well-organized workspace.
- Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot equipment issues and provide creative solutions to challenges.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in using a variety of tools and machinery, including CNC machines, 3D printers, laser cutters, and woodworking tools.
- Safety Knowledge: Strong understanding of safety standards and best practices in a lab or workshop setting.
Physical Requirements:
- Lifting, moving, sweeping, etc.
Anticipated Schedule:
- Depending on availability
Job Contact:
- Thaddeus Lindsay – tlindsay@udmercy.edu – (313) 401-4018