Fabrication Shop Technician

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Position Title:Fabrication Shop Technician Job Category:University Staff Employment Type:Regular Job Profile:Instrument Maker Position Summary: The Huff Family Innovation Center, part of the College of Engineering, Mathematics and Science, is hiring a Fabrication Shop Technician. The Fabrication Shop Technician will work with students, staff, faculty and community members to support class project work, student organization projects, prototypes, and general fabrication and making in the Huff Family Innovation Center. This position will assist with the design, maintenance, and training of equipment and laboratories. This position is essential for the safe and effective operation of the Huff Family Innovation Center's fabrication-centered spaces and is considered a public-facing and socially engaged role. The Fabrication Shop Technician is a full time, benefit and paid time off eligible position, with a starting wage of $23.00/hour, commensurate with skills and experience. This position may work evenings and weekends, with an hourly rate differential. Key Job Responsibilities: Assist in oversight and maintenance of quality standards in the fabrication area Supervise student work groups Instruct students in proper methods to use equipment in a safe manner Keep shop area clean and equipment in good working condition Assistant with maintaining tool and shop machinery Participate in development of training materials and processes Design, develop, fabricate, test, and maintain highly specialized instruments, components, and mechanical systems Analyze data and recommend protocol changes to assure quality and alignment with the strategic plan and unit objectives Assist with the selection of materials and components with respect to physical properties, cost, and established guidelines Maintain, repair, and operate highly complex and/or specialized instrumentation, identify damages and communicate repair or replacement needs to the appropriate entities Locate, position, and calibrate instrument parts and assemblies Required Qualifications: Working knowledge of various tool sets including: woodworking, metals, CNC machine and manual milling and lathe work, welding, composites fabrication, electronics fabrication,... For full info follow application link. The University of Wisconsin-Platteville is committed to recruiting, supporting and fostering a diverse, inclusive and civil community of outstanding faculty, staff and students, and is an AA/EEO Employer. The names of nominees and applicants who have not requested in writing that their identities be kept confidential, and of all finalists, will be released upon request. A criminal background check is required for employment. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the U.S. at time of hire. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/7794519269B8438A