Instructional Support Tech I

CSU Careers•Turlock, CA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time temporary position in the Fab Lab, available on or after November 9, 2026. Reappointment may be possible depending on budget, department needs, and job performance. Work is performed under direct supervision and supports the Warrior Fab Lab on the Turlock and Stockton campuses. The position provides technical, instructional, and logistical support for Fab Lab resources used in instruction, academic research, projects, workshops, and related activities. The incumbent prepares and maintains instructional materials; sets up, operates, and maintains specialized tools and equipment; and assists students, faculty, and staff with appropriate use of equipment, materials, and resources. The role also maintains supplies and equipment, supports scheduling and coordination of Fab Lab resources, troubleshoots equipment issues, performs routine maintenance and minor repairs, and implements established safety protocols. Additional training or certification may be required as professional development based on department or campus needs. The incumbent may also support other areas as directed and perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Equivalent to two years of experience providing instructional support services for a unit or discipline, acting as a student assistant, or producing materials or supplies related to the discipline.
Alternatively, equivalent to two years of college with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplies, or equipment in a related discipline may substitute for one year of the required experience.
Alternatively, equivalent to four years of college with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplies, or equipment in a related discipline may substitute for the experience.
Knowledge of principles of providing support services.
Knowledge of common principles, methods, and techniques related to the discipline.
Knowledge of materials, supplies, and equipment related to the discipline and their uses.
Ability to evaluate materials and supplies.
Ability to learn to adjust and make minor repairs on scientific equipment.
Ability to operate scientific or highly technical equipment and interpret results.
Ability to plan activities and prepare schedules.
Ability to use methods, techniques, and skills related to the discipline in preparing specialized materials.
Satisfactory completion of a background check is required before employment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in education, a STEM discipline, art, or a closely related field.
At least one year of experience working in a makerspace, educational lab, academic library, or similar learning environment.
At least one year of hands-on experience operating and maintaining digital fabrication tools such as 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC machines, woodworking tools, electronics, or robotics.
At least one year of experience managing or supporting multiple concurrent projects, equipment, or shared instructional spaces.
Prior experience in a CSU or higher education setting.
Experience implementing and maintaining safety protocols and training programs in a makerspace or laboratory setting.
Experience developing instructional guides, tutorials, or hands-on training sessions for users with varying skill levels.

Responsibilities

Assist students, faculty, and staff with design, fabrication, and hands-on project activities.
Guide users in operating makerspace equipment, including woodworking, electronics, robotics, 3D printing, laser cutting, CNC milling, and craft equipment.
Maintain inventories of equipment, tools, and supplies; evaluate needs and recommend upgrades, replacements, and acquisitions.
Implement safety protocols, monitor compliance, and identify and report safety concerns.
Troubleshoot equipment issues and perform operational checks, routine maintenance, minor repairs, calibrations, adjustments, and parts replacement.
Set up, test, and prepare equipment, tools, materials, and supplies for instructional activities, demonstrations, workshops, and individual users.
Evaluate whether materials, supplies, tools, and equipment are suitable for intended instructional uses and recommend alternatives when needed.
Assist with planning, procurement, and administrative processes supporting Fab Lab operations.
Prepare and maintain instructional materials, equipment manuals, and user guidelines.
Assist with receiving, storing, issuing, and maintaining Fab Lab supplies and materials.
Maintain equipment-use, maintenance, inventory, and related operational records.
Provide technical and logistical support to faculty and students using makerspace resources for academic research and class projects.
Schedule and coordinate Fab Lab facilities, equipment, materials, and other resources for instruction, project-based learning, and research.
Help coordinate equipment, materials, facilities, and logistical support for K-16 educational workshops and camps.
Consult with Columbia College and regional K-12 districts about makerspace development, including equipment, materials, and resources.
Obtain additional training or certification as directed based on department or campus needs.
Provide support to other areas as directed by an appropriate administrator and perform other duties as assigned.