Design Technology Specialist

University of Kentucky, United States

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Lexington, KENTUCKY
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Posting Details


Job Title Design Technology Specialist
Requisition Number RE43511
Working Title
Department Name 8N040:Design Facilities/Shops/Technology
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 41
Salary Range $15.67-25.05/hour
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education
BS
Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
1 yr
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Lifting, pushing, or pulling objects up to 50lbs.Long periods of standing. Working with heavy machinery and equipment commonly found in wood shop, metal shop, and textile fabrication settings.
Shift
Monday-Friday; 9:30am – 6:00pm (40 hours/week); hours may vary depending on facility use, some nights and/or weekends
Job Summary
The College of Design, Design Technology Specialist provides ongoing technical, operational, and occasional administrative support for all design technology services and facilities in the College. Under the guidance of the Fabrication Lab Manager this position coordinates resources to ensure availability of digital output facilities, advising faculty, students, and other College constituents of best practices and safety compliance related to the operation of design fabrication technology hardware and software, as well as digital and analog output machinery and tools. Additionally, this position coordinates with staff peers and supervisors to deliver uninterrupted services with a commitment to customer service. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a record of fabrication proficiency to include digital and analog methods of making, as well as the ability to support and promote successful operations in a dynamic environment.
At the time of application please provide a Resume and Cover Letter. There is also the option to provide a Design Portfolio (please upload as Specific Request 1).
IEBC (Internal Employee Being Considered).
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Ability to maintain positive working relationships with a diverse constituency, and to work effectively and appropriately with students in an educational setting
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply 01/25/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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