Student Assistant- Instrument Machinist

Updated: 2 months ago
Location: State College, PENNSYLVANIA
Job Type: PartTime

Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is the state's designated public liberal arts university, where students learn the essential skills to compete in a fast-paced and technology-driven global society. The university prepares students for successful careers, leadership in communities, problem solving and life-long learning through personalized attention in a residential setting with opportunities for a variety of transformational experiences through its award-winning, high-impact practices. One of only three selective universities within the University System of Georgia and a top 10 ranked public university in the Southeast, GCSU offers undergraduate degrees in more than 40 majors, 34 graduate programs, doctorates in education and nursing, professional certificates and continuing education programs. 

As a member of the prestigious Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC), GCSU is committed to fostering a liberal arts environment that values academic preeminence, interdisciplinary inquiry and an inclusive learning community. GCSU enjoys a strong reputation for academic excellence and nationally ranked programs according to US News & World Report, The Princeton Review and Colleges of Distinction - among other ranking sources.

Georgia College & State University takes great pride in combining the educational experience of a private liberal arts college with the affordability of a public university. Faculty and staff are dedicated to student engagement and experiential learning through high-impact practices such as internships, service- and community-based learning, diversity, study abroad opportunities, mentored undergraduate research and a capstone project that fosters intellectual curiosity, reasoned inquiry and critical thinking.

The university's beautiful and historic campus is located downtown in Milledgeville, Georgia, a charming, diverse college town of approximately 19,000 residents in Central Georgia, and only 90 miles southeast of Atlanta. Milledgeville is also the home of noted American author and alumna, Flannery O'Connor, '45, and the college community enjoys many exciting literary arts programs at O'Connor's former home, Andalusia, now owned by the university. Milledgeville is located on the banks of beautiful Lake Sinclair and Lake Oconee, allowing faculty, staff and students to take full advantage of the environmental and recreational benefits of being part of a lake community. For cultural, educational and leisure opportunities beyond Milledgeville - Macon and Atlanta are located within easy driving distances.

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The Instrument Machinist is a crucial part of keeping the Machine Shop running smoothly. The Instrument Machinist constructs scientific instruments as needed by the faculty and the department.

Writing CNC Code - 25%
The student will be asked to write code for both a CNC mil and lathe.
Designing software to make parts requested by the faculty
Welding and Cutting - 25%
Use MIG, TIG and Oxyacetylene welding to build parts for the faculty
Use Plasma, band saw, hot saw and torch for cutting materials to be used in the machine shop.
Promoting safety in the shops - 25%
Be alert for unsafe behavior, practices, set-ups, and situations. Correct them or bring them to the attention of the Machine Shop Coordinator.
Assist students in remembering that food and beverages are not allowed in the shops at any time. If they want to keep their water bottle in their backpack, that is OK. But they may not have it out and open in the shops.
Maintaining the shops - 25%
Leave the shops either ready for the next user or assist in putting away all materials.
Keep the floor and pathways clear of equipment.
Make sure all machines are clean and well lubricated.  
Make sure the floors are swept and clear of debris.

Educational Requirements
High School diploma
Other Required Qualifications
Friendly, engaging and focused
Required Experience
Enrolled at GCSU

SKILLS
Need to be able to effectively use a phone and computer

Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is committed to the fundamental principle of equal opportunity and equal treatment for every prospective and current employee. No person shall, on the grounds of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, be excluded from employment or participation in, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination, under any program or activity conducted by GCSU.

Georgia College & State University is a national award-winning institution in areas of student success and achievement. It strives to achieve excellence in the composition of its community, educational programs, university policies, research and scholarship, campus life, employment practices, extracurricular activities, and community outreach. It is a priority of the university to be a welcoming and inclusive environment so that its campus culture will enhance the ability of its community members to succeed in their endeavors, to be respected as individuals, and to feel a sense of belonging. Please visit Equal Employment Opportunity for more information.

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel
This position does not require security clearance.

  • Criminal Background Check

Only apply to this position if requested by the department.


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