About the role#
The Department of Art at the University of Virginia is looking for a Student Woodshop Safety Assistant. This is a paid position for the Fall 2026 term. You will work on-site in the Studio art building for 5 to 20 hours per week. This role requires an understanding of shop safety and the ability to work independently.
What you'll do#
- Supervise activities in the wood and metal shops.
- Train other students on the safe use of shop equipment.
- Maintain cleanliness in the woodshop, metal shop, and courtyard.
- Assist with general equipment maintenance.
- Help students prepare materials and processes.
- Return hand tools and materials to their proper storage locations.
What you'll need#
- Experience with hand and power tools.
- A basic understanding of shop equipment.
- The ability to follow oral and written instructions.
- Current enrollment as a student at the University of Virginia is preferred.
- Majors in Art, Industrial Design, Architecture, or Graphic Design are encouraged to apply.
- Experience in a metal shop and familiarity with Word and Excel are helpful but not required.
Location & details#
- Location: Charlottesville, Virginia.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $15.00 per hour for undergraduates and $20.00 per hour for graduate students.
About University of Virginia
The University of Virginia is a public higher education institution based in Charlottesville. Founded in 1819, it operates 12 distinct schools across its campus. The university serves as the largest employer in the region and maintains a staff of over 10,000 people. It functions as a flagship university for the state of Virginia.
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