Woodshop Assistant

Job Posting Title:

Woodshop Assistant

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Hiring Department:

Department of Art and Art History

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

32

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FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Description:

The Woodshop Assistant is a 32 hour per week position within the Department of Art and Art History. This position is benefits-eligible. The Woodshop Assistant is a dynamic position within the Woodshop area requiring individuals to possess a high degree of proficiency, technically and conceptually, with regard to the field of Woodworking. Successful candidates will have a broad range of Woodworking equipment and machinery. This position will require collaboration with the Woodshop Manager, as well as faculty and students.

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Job Details:

General Notes

The Department of Art and Art History and The College of Fine Arts welcomes and respects all individuals and communities by valuing and consciously maintaining awareness of diverse perspectives and experiences. We believe inclusivity is critical to fostering excellence in all of our endeavors, and we promote diversity in our recruiting, hiring and retention practices.

This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. Even if you don't qualify or have specific experience in every facet of this role, we encourage you to apply for any role you're personally interested in and excited to drive positive change at the College of Fine Arts.

NOTE: This position is on-campus only due to the site-specific responsibilities and not eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and provide safety instructions and procedures to all who use the equipment and machinery within the Woodshop.

• Guide faculty/students with assigned class projects.

• Conduct lab demonstrations for courses.

• Maintain a clean lab and workspace on a daily basis.

• Occasional heavy lifting of lumber (100 lbs.+).

• Promote and facilitate the use of professional standards and practices while training and mentoring students.

• Other duties as assigned by Woodshop Manager.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in art or related field.

• Three years of experience in woodworking.

• Experience working with and managing students.

• Practical knowledge and demonstrated skill in the use of standard woodworking tools and machinery.

• Demonstrates knowledge of customer service concepts and techniques and delivers notable "above and beyond" customer service to meet or exceed client needs and expectations.

• Demonstrates excellent written and verbal and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to tailor messages to different audiences (e.g., faculty, students and staff).

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• All qualifications above plus MFA in related field.

• Five years experience in woodworking.

• Experience working in higher education.

• Experience managing studio labs.

Salary Range

$36,000 ($28,800 for 32 hour work week)

Working Conditions

• Repetitive use of hands

• Standing for extended periods

• Exposure to standard office conditions, including use of computer keyboard.

• Exposure to saw dust and loud machinery

Work Shift

Monday through Thursday, 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Occasional night and weekend hours as needed. Will be discussed by supervisor.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV

• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

• Letter of interest

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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Employment Eligibility:

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

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Retirement Plan Eligibility:

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer , complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197.