Temporary Build Lab Assistant - School of Architecture - (UTEMPS)

Job Posting Title:

Temporary Build Lab Assistant - School of Architecture - (UTEMPS)

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Hiring Department:

UTemp Pool

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

20

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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 Until Mar 01, 2026

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

General Notes

Temporary assignments may be filled at any time; only competitive applicants selected will be contacted and provided with instructions on the continued application process.  Please no phone calls or emails. The projected end date for this assignment is March 01, 2026. This temporary assignment may transition to regular status. Please note the Work hours below.

Purpose

Under the direct supervision of the Build Lab Manager, the Build Lab Technician will assist students and faculty in the design and fabrication of projects, prototypes, and objects using a variety of materials including wood, metal, plastic, and more. This role supports safe operations and maintenance of both traditional and computer-aided equipment within the Build Lab. The technician will help monitor lab usage, maintain tools and supplies, and promote safety protocols while gaining hands-on experience in fabrication techniques and lab management.

Responsibilities

• Under the direct supervision of the Build Lab Manager, the Build Lab Technician will assist students and faculty in the design and fabrication of projects, prototypes, and objects using a variety of materials including wood, plastic, and more.

• This role supports safe operations and maintenance of both traditional and computer-aided equipment within the Build Lab. The technician will help monitor lab usage, maintain tools and supplies, and promote safety protocols while gaining hands-on experience in fabrication techniques and lab management.

Required Qualifications

Studies in design or fabrication-based curriculum, or an allied field (such as an artist practice, product design, carpentry, etc.). Experience in fabrication and the maintenance of analog and digital fabrication equipment. Demonstrated ability to teach and train others the knowledge and skills required to use tools, materials, and techniques safely and effectively to with wood and a variety of other materials. Demonstrated ability to lead and effectively communicate information in a clear and understandable manner, both verbally and in writing.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's and/or master's degree in a related art/design field. Academic or professional shop supervisory/management experience. Experience teaching workshops or classes, preferably to college-aged students.

Hourly Rate

$24.04

Working Conditions

• Attire: Jeans

• Standard Office Environment, Use of manual dexterity, Repetitive use of keyboard at a workstation, Lifting, pushing, or pulling, Standing

Work Shift

• Hours per week - 20 to 25

• Hours include evenings and weekends.

  Monday - Thursday 5-9

  Sunday 12-8

  Weekend hours are required but may be adjusted to suit the needs of the right candidate.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV

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

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 mu