Fabrication Specialist: Wood

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, US
Base: $46,383; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
Wood lab safety and training
Fabrication equipment operation
Material fabrication techniques
The Fabrication Specialist: Wood oversees operations and supervises technical assistants, student assistants, and others to ensure safety and provide training for the Wood Lab facilities

Job Summary

  • The Fabrication Specialist: Wood oversees operations and supervises technical assistants, student assistants, and others to ensure safety and provide training for the Wood Lab facilities.
  • This position is responsible for coordinating and collaborating to assist students and faculty in implementing new fabrication technologies and methods while, providing support in curriculum, research, and publications related to wood technologies.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Matching Summary

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

Salary

Base: $46,383; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: University contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Wood Lab safety and training
  • fabrication equipment operation
  • material fabrication techniques
  • supervise technical assistants
  • budget oversight

Nice-to-have

  • mentoring students
  • collaboration with faculty
  • digital fabrication technologies
  • curriculum support
  • outreach and engagement

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Design, or related field
  • 2+ years fabrication/construction/design experience
  • Experience with power saws, drills, sanders, milling machines
  • Experience with multiple material fabrication techniques

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Tailored Resume

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