IDS Shop Technician

Academy of Art University•San Francisco, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Academy of Art University is seeking a Shop Technician for the School of Industrial Design to work directly with students, faculty, and staff to support the shop environment. This individual should have excellent communication skills and a passion for student success. This position is on-site in San Francisco, CA.

Requirements

Excellent communication skills
Passion for student success

Nice To Haves

Experience with CNC
Experience with Metal Fabrication
Experience with 3D laser printing

Responsibilities

Process student 3d and Laser files for output
Verify files are print ready and payment has been made
Co-manage digital queue of 3D projects
Submit supply requests of materials and parts requiring replacement to shop Manager
Parts extraction and bed/head cleaning
Laser cutting of remote student files
Maintain and clean Epilog Laser systems
Troubleshoot software/translation issues with student projects
Execute preventive maintenance on all systems
Perform general rapid prototyping lab housekeeping
Cover the wood and metal shops
Issue and receive tools from students using Web checkout
Write tickets assist report after assisting students or faculty
Maintain machinery-change blades, belts, and discs on saws and sanders
Assist students in the use of machinery and tools
Enforce safety and correct use of tools
Submit supply lists of tools and parts requiring replacement to shop Manager
Maintain running inventory of tools
Ensure that shop is neat and that students clean up after themselves
Participate in and adhere to the cross-training program for lab and shop technicians, ensuring the ability to perform multiple roles and support operations effectively during periods of short staffing, as required by the University, with comprehensive training provided.
Assist shop Manager as need in operation of shop