About the role#
The University of Wyoming is hiring a Makerspace Aide for a work-study position. This role supports the Coe Student Innovation Center and other campus makerspaces. You will help manage day-to-day operations, maintain equipment, and assist students, faculty, and community members with their projects. This is an on-site, paid role that provides technical training in device assembly and operations.
What you'll do#
- Monitor and maintain hardware and software to ensure optimal performance.
- Troubleshoot equipment issues and assist with repairs.
- Interact with a diverse population of students, staff, and community members.
- Provide instruction, orientations, and tutorials for makerspace tools.
- Develop teaching materials and resources for workshops.
- Implement policies for equipment access and safety.
- Attend staff meetings and training sessions.
- Demonstrate creative problem-solving while acting as a lab ambassador.
What you'll need#
- High school education or higher.
- A valid driver's license with a compliant motor vehicle record.
- Enthusiasm for emergent technology, tinkering, and creative design.
- Motivation, energy, and strong attention to detail.
- Experience or interest in 3D printing, modeling, scanning, robotics, electronics, coding, or STEAM lesson development.
- Ability to learn tasks requiring hand-eye coordination and tool use.
Location & details#
- Location: Laramie, Wyoming.
- Work modality: On-site at campus makerspace locations.
- Pay rate: $12.00 to $13.00 per hour.
About University of Wyoming
The University of Wyoming is an educational and research institution based in Laramie. It was founded in 1886. The organization employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. It operates within the higher education sector.
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