Fabrication Specialist: Wood

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, AR, US
Base: $46,383; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
Wood lab equipment operation
Safety and training supervision
Fabrication work area management
The Fabrication Specialist: Wood oversees operations and supervises technical and student assistants to ensure safety and provide training in the Wood Lab facilities

Job Summary

  • The Fabrication Specialist: Wood oversees operations and supervises technical and student assistants to ensure safety and provide training in the Wood Lab facilities.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment with a benefits package including health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, and retirement programs.
  • This position supports curriculum, research, and publications related to wood technologies while assisting in specialty projects for outreach and public engagement.

Matching Summary

The Fabrication Specialist: Wood oversees operations and supervises technical and student assistants to ensure safety and provide training in the Wood Lab facilities.

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
  • Safety and training supervision
  • Fabrication work area management
  • Student and faculty support
  • Budget oversight
  • Fabrication technology implementation

Nice-to-have

  • Leadership and collaboration skills
  • Experience in academic workshop environment
  • Software skills in digital fabrication
  • Mentoring and communication skills
  • Knowledge of OSHA standards

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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