Computer/Print Lab Lead Assistant - SA+P
About The Position
The School of Architecture and Planning is looking for responsible, reliable, and hardworking students to fill the position of Computer/Print Lab Lead Assistant. This role involves overseeing Computer Lab operations, either alongside the Computer Lab Manager or in their absence. Key responsibilities include troubleshooting and maintaining equipment such as computers (hardware/software), plotters/printers, scanners, servers, and 3D printers. The assistant will also install, maintain, and troubleshoot audio and video equipment throughout the building, set up files for 3D printing, and assist faculty and students with computer-related issues (software and hardware). A significant part of the role includes investigating and implementing new technologies for the lab. Successful candidates will possess a strong interest in new technologies and have advanced knowledge of Mac and PC environments, expertise in large format printing, advanced software installation/activation skills, knowledge of server maintenance and navigation, the ability to install/fix audio and video equipment, and extensive knowledge of Autodesk, Adobe Creative Cloud apps, and specialized architecture software like Rhino and ArcGIS. Duties may involve lifting objects up to 30 lbs. The role may require shifts between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM, seven days a week, including IT assistance during special events on evenings and weekends.
Requirements
- Enrolled in a degree seeking program at UNM.
- Enrolled at least half-time (6 hours) at UNM for fall and spring semesters (Audit hours do not count).
- If Work Study, you must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced Knowledge of Mac OS and Windows Environments
- Previous Large Format Printing Knowledge
- Expertise on Software Installation and Activation
- Some Server Management Knowledge
- Expertise in Autodesk, Creative Cloud Apps, Rhino, and ArcGIS
- Knowledge of how to run and maintain 3D Printers
- Preference to students who have used or worked in a computer lab/IT environment
Responsibilities
- Overseeing Computer Lab operations alongside the Computer Lab Manager and/or in the absence of the Manager.
- Troubleshooting and Maintaining Equipment such as Computers (Hardware/Software), Plotters/Printers, Scanners, Servers, and 3D Printers.
- Install/maintain/troubleshoot Audio and Video Equipment throughout the building.
- Setting up files for 3D Printing.
- Help faculty/students with computer issues including software and hardware.
- Investigate and implement new technologies for use in the Lab.
- Providing IT assistance during special events on evenings and weekends.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
