About the role
The Machine Shop at UVU is looking for a student assistant to help with course labs, assist with basic machining and fabrication tasks, and help maintain a clean and organized shop environment. The student machine shop assistant should be available to work in the lab during mornings from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. It is also preferred but not mandatory that the student machine shop assistant be available to work on Saturdays.
Application Process
- Include any previous experience with machining or fabrication (if applicable)
- Provide availability for standard shop hours (9 am to 5 pm) and Saturdays
Most of the time will be spent on the job working in a hands-on environment under supervision while helping students with their projects and lab course work. Continuous training will be provided for the candidate to learn how to machine parts using a variety of machinery. Student assistant will receive training in CAD/CAM and CNC machining. Variable hours up to 20 hours a week. Responsibliities include, but are not limited to:
- Assisting instructors and students during course labs
- Performing basic machining and fabrication tasks under supervision
- Ensuring proper maintenance and operation of equipment
- Keeping the shop clean and organized
- Helping with routine maintenance and repairs
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and protocols
- Must be a current UVU student (preferably in Engineering or a related field)
- Be able to work with minimal supervision and follow directions closely.
- Adhere to safety requirements and regulations.
- Ability to lift heavy objects
- Experience with CNC mills and lathes.
- Experience with Fusion 360 CAD/CAM
- Experience with basic welding and fabrication
- Experience with heavy machinery