<p>Job Description:</p> <p>Reporting to the Technician Coordinator of the School of Art and Design, the Technologist C ensures standard safety regulations are followed in the fabrication studios, enforces established safety practices, and assists with specialized software and equipment in designated areas.</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Oversee open labs to ensure that students operate equipment safely and follow best practices. </li><li>Assist students with the proper use of equipment and materials in accordance with safety requirements. </li><li>Assist with exhibition installation of 2D and 3D works, including the operation of a scissor lift (training provided upon hire). </li><li>Assist with the operation of the vinyl printer/cutter (training provided upon hire). </li><li>Work with departmental technicians to maintain studios and shops to ensure optimal functionality. </li><li>Maintain a working knowledge of the current safety and compliance standards and practices. </li><li>Work with the department of Environmental Health and Safety to ensure that hazardous chemicals and fumes are properly handled, and maintain a current Safety Data Sheet for chemicals and hazardous materials. </li><li>Operate the equipment management software to facilitate student and faculty equipment usage. </li><li>Maintain, troubleshoot and update the equipment management software as needed. </li><li>Administer tool checkout, inventory, and organization, including data entry and maintaining accurate eligibility records. </li><li>Work closely with the Tech Coordinator on administrative tasks. </li></ul> <p>The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position; other duties may be assigned consistent with the classification of the position.</p> <p>Requirements:</p> <p>Minimum Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Associate's degree in Arts, Fabrication, or a related field. </li><li>3 years experience in photography and working knowledge of related equipment. </li><li>Knowledge of relevant machines, equipment, tools, and basic health and safety protocols specific to fabrication studios. </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Arts, Fabrication, or a related field preferred. </li><li>5+ years experience in fabrication or a related role preferred. </li></ul> <p>Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:</p> <ul> <li>Knowledge of machines, equipment and tools. </li><li>Knowledge of processes and principles for providing customer services. </li><li>Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. </li><li>Conscientious, self-motivated, resourceful, flexible, and punctual. </li><li>Knowledge of basic health and safety protocols and policies. </li><li>Professional demeanor and experience in cultivating effective and collaborative working relationships. </li><li>Excellent written and verbal communications skills. </li><li>Strong interpersonal skills with both faculty and student populations. </li><li>Excellent organization, prioritization, self-motivation, and problem resolution skills. </li><li>Ability to accurately communicate instructions, methods and techniques. </li><li>Ability to solve problems, work independently, and excel in a high-performance team. </li><li>Ability to communicate effectively, remain organized, and precisely follow instructions under pressure. </li><li>Ability to recognize when there is a problem. </li><li>Ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information. </li></ul> <p>Additional Information:</p> <p>Please note all offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the background check process.</p> <p>Salary</p> <p>Salary: $62,628.35 per year</p> <p>The UCE-FIT Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) dictates the compensation, benefits, and conditions of employment. Hiring Salary: $62,628.35 per year with step increments per Salary Schedule 91, after one year of service and annually thereafter.</p> <p>Work Schedule</p> <p>Days/Hours: M-F, 52 weeks per year; 35 hours per week; in person; work schedule subject to change based on needs of the department, which may include nights and weekends.</p> <p>Benefits</p> <p>The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) provides comprehensive employee benefit programs designed to help keep our faculty and staff and their families healthy, safe, happy, and productive. Our programs also include a variety of components to help our employees improve the quality and balance of their work and family lives, and to help them prepare for their futures.</p> <ul> <li>Retirement Plans </li><li>Health Care Plan and Dental Plan </li><li>Employee Assistance Program </li><li>Flexible Spending Account </li><li>Commuter Benefit Plan </li><li>FIT Tuition Exemption Program </li><li>Paid Time Off (Vacation, Personal, Sick and Holidays) </li><li>4-day Summer Workweek </li><li>Qualifying Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program </li></ul> <p>For a full list of FIT benefits, visit our benefits webpage.</p> <p>Pay Equity by State Employers</p> <p>Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.</p> <p>Visa Sponsorship</p> <p>This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship by the Fashion Institute of Technology.</p> <p>Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement</p> <p>FIT is firmly committed to creating an environment that will attract and retain people from a range of backgrounds. FIT is firmly committed to creating a learning and working environment that encourages, utilizes, respects, and appreciates the full expression of every individual's ability. The FIT community fosters its mission and grows because of its rich, pluralistic experience. FIT is committed to prohibiting discrimination, whether on the basis of race, color, creed, age, national origin, immigration or citizenship status, gender, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, partnership status, caregiver status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, uniformed service, height, weight, any lawful source of income, status as a victim of domestic violence or as a victim of sex offenses or stalking, whether children are, may be or would be residing with a person or conviction or arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. FIT is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, including the opportunity for upward mobility for all qualified individuals. Applications from veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Inquiries regarding FIT's non-discrimination policies may be directed to the Chief Equal Employment Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, 212.217.3360.</p> <p>Annual Security Report</p> <p>The safety and well-being of FIT's students, faculty, staff, and visitors is of paramount importance. Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, FIT publishes an annual report containing crime statistics and statements of security policy, accessible here: Safety Statistics. A paper copy of the report will be provided upon request by contacting Public Safety's administrative office number at (212) 217-4999.</p> <p>Physical Requirements and Work Environment</p> <p>The working conditions for this position will be any combination of an office space, classroom, lab, or loading dock with noise levels above average, temperature changes, potential exposure to chemicals, machinery, driving motor equipment, and equipment requiring specialized training. This position will require the wear of common protective or safety equipment. The physical requirement for this position will require frequent sitting, frequent standing, frequent bending or twisting, frequent walking, occasional climbing, frequent pulling, pushing, or reaching, frequent repetitive motions, frequent lifting up to 50 lbs., occasionally lifting over 50 lbs., and frequent use of hands to handle tools.</p> <p>Application Instructions:</p> <p>In order to be considered for this position, please submit the following documents online:</p> <ul> <li>Resume </li><li>Cover letter </li><li>Unofficial Transcript </li><li>A list of three references with telephone numbers and email addresses </li></ul> <p>Returning Applicants - Login to your FITNYC Careers Account to check your submitted application material.</p> <p>Review of applications will begin immediately until the position is filled.</p> <p>Please note that due to the volume of applications, we will not be able to contact each applicant individually.</p> <p>Additional information about the Fashion Institute of Technology can be found at: http://www.fitnyc.edu.</p>