Fabrication Specialist: Wood

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, AR, US
Base: $46,383; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
Wood lab equipment operation
Supervising technical and student assistants
Fabrication work area organization
The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance

Job Summary

  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
  • The Fabrication Specialist: Wood is responsible for overseeing wood lab operations, mentoring students, and supporting curriculum and research related to wood technologies.
  • The position includes a benefits package with university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, and retirement programs.

Matching Summary

The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Salary

Base: $46,383; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: University contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, retirement programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Wood lab equipment operation
  • Supervising technical and student assistants
  • Fabrication work area organization
  • Training and mentoring students
  • Collaboration with faculty and students
  • Budget oversight for lab facilities

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with digital fabrication tools
  • Software skills in CAM and 3D modeling
  • Leadership and communication skills
  • Experience in educational environment
  • OSHA certification
  • Knowledge of contemporary fabrication methods

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Design, or related field
  • Minimum two years fabrication or design experience
  • Knowledge of power saws, drills, sanders, milling machines
  • Master’s degree preferred
  • OSHA certification
  • Experience with digital fabrication tools preferred

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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