Fabrication Lab Technician (*Restricted)

• Maintains the Fab Lab’s preparedness for scheduled and spontaneous activities while Identifying improvements to keep the lab current and safe.
• Performs the daily preventative maintenance schedule for all fabrication assets using our established CMMS.
• Oversees hands-on workshops in digital and traditional fabrication, CAD, Design, machine operation, & problem solving.
• Trains staff and volunteers in machine operation and maintenance.
• Fabricates commissioned projects, competition entries, submitted requests, and infrastructure upgrades as needed.
• Maintains a regular presence in the Fab Lab to help mentor students, faculty, teachers, and community members by assisting them with their projects and ideas.
• Maintains working relationships with NOVA support departments (Facilities, IT, etc.), and outside vendors/suppliers.
• May be required to perform other duties as assigned.

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

• Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and concisely to a wide range of participant ages and abilities
• Ability to display empathy towards all our participants to maintain an inclusive environment
• Excellent organization, planning, and communication skills
• Ability to identify problems and needs, and address them with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work independently, and as part of a team.
• Ability to Interact and maintain productive relationships with students, faculty, corporations and community agencies
• Ability to perform mechanical processes such as intricate repairs, assembly, fabrication, etc.

• Fabrication experience using processes such as 3D-printing, laser engraving, woodworking, etc.
• Experience in a higher education setting within a makerspace/fabrication environment
• Experience maintaining and tracking inventory, supplies, materials, and assets
• Experience in Microsoft’s office products; Outlook, Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Planner, OneDrive, etc.

• Classroom experience as a teacher with an ability to clearly communicate complex ideas to a wide range of students.
• Design experience using Fusion 360, Tinkercad, and Adobe Illustrator.
• Educational programming includes but is not limited to Design Thinking, CAD, engineering, robotics, coding/programming, and/or fabrication skills.

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link:  http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

The Virginia Community College System, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.

The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.