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DaBL Lab Technician (Student)

American University
Washington, United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 16 Jan 2026
💰 $37,000/yr

About the role

Work Where You Learn: Build Experience, Grow Skills, and Contribute to Your University Community.

 

This position is available only to enrolled American University students.

 

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Department:

College of Arts & Sciences

Time Type:

Part time

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Job Description:

Summary:

The Design and Build Lab (DaBL) is seeking a motivated and creative undergraduate or graduate student employee to join our team as a Student Lab Technician. Student Technicians support the daily operations of the makerspace by assisting visitors, maintaining equipment, and ensuring a safe, welcoming environment. Ideal candidates will have experience or a strong interest in one or more of the following areas: digital fabrication (laser cutting, 3D printing, vinyl cutting), electronics and Arduino, vector graphics design, 3D modeling, woodworking, or general prototyping.

Essential Functions:

  • Training and mentoring other students.

  • Monitoring equipment use.

  • Troubleshooting basic technical issues.

  • Organizing tools and materials.

  • Supporting events or workshops.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

  • Part-time.

  • 10 hours per week.

Salary Range:

  • $17.95 - $18.50 per hour.

Required Education and Experience:

  • Strong communication skills.

  • Reliability is required.

  • A collaborative mindset is essential.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

  • Training will be provided for all major equipment and safety procedures.

Other Details

  • This position is available only to enrolled American University students.

  • Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

  • American University is an E-Verify employer.

  • Visit https://www.american.edu/hr/ for additional information about American University employment and benefits.

 

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