Engineering Machinist/Laboratory Technician

ANNOUNCMENT OF POSITION VACANCY FLSA Status: United States of America (Exempt) Compensation: $50,000-$60,000 Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information! SECTION I - OUR VALUES CULTIVATE OUR VISION AND CULTURE At CMU, we believe in acting from a foundation of goodwill. This belief gives us the courage to form meaningful relationships, embark on joint endeavors and take risks in the pursuit of new possibilities. It’s this courage that enables the Mavily to explore new ways of thinking and doing, knowing that there is no perfect solution, no perfect idea. From this place of humility and courage, we’ve built a culture of resilience. We invest in the future by continuously adapting to change, overcoming challenges, and seizing new opportunities. We recognize that change is constant, and our resilience allows us to embrace it with confidence. Endless curiosity drives us to approach the unexpected as if it were expected, seeing opportunities for discovery and renewal in every challenge. In this community rooted in love and dignity, curiosity thrives, leading to endless opportunities for growth and advancement. Inspired by the soul of the West—the spirit that our region embodies—we emerge as a force for positive change, harnessing our collective power to build a Human Scale University that reflects our values and brings to life our shared vision of the world we aspire to create. Colorado Mesa University Core Values Love -  Extending oneself for nurturing the growth of self and others Dignity -  Respecting the intrinsic value of each person and believing that others act from a foundation of goodwill Courage -  Taking risks in the pursuit of new possibilities Humility -  Suspending one’s ego and pride to recognize that no idea is perfect and being open to the input of others Resiliency -  Investing in the future by adapting to changes, overcoming challenges and pursuing Opportunity Curiosity -  Cultivating awe and exploring the unknown Power -  The strength to act collaboratively with individual agency to achieve our goals SECTION II – THE SEAT At CMU, we look at every position as a seat. Every seat is vital and the individual in the seat contributes significantly to our mission of providing an affordable and accessible education and forming meaningful and mutually enriching partnerships that support the well-being and vibrancy of our community. As a human centric organization, a priority is to ensure we have the “right seats” in our organization, and that the expectations, ownership and accountabilities are defined and communicated clearly for the success of the individuals holding the seats. The Engineering Machinist/Laboratory Technician reports to the Department Head of Computer Science and Engineering and is responsible for managing and overseeing students' use of the Engineering Program's machine shop and laboratories. This position ensures safe, well-maintained shop and laboratory facilities that support coursework-related and extracurricular activities across the Engineering programs, including first-year, junior-level, and senior capstone design, faculty research, and student competition teams. This is a 0.8 FTE, 10-month position, with time off during the summer months when instructional labs are not in session. Salary is spread evenly across all 12 months of the year for consistent paychecks. Working hours are typically Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM between Aug 1 and May 31. If you take pride in your craftsmanship, enjoy mentoring students, and bring strong safety judgment to a hands-on fabrication environment, we encourage you to apply. OVERVIEW AND ROLE SCOPE OF TEAM AND/OR TASKS General Expectations Ensure safety compliance for all faculty, staff, and students working in Confluence Hall Maintain and grow technical expertise and equipment proficiency Demonstrate independent follow-through on long-term projects, with initiative to identify improvement opportunities, seek solutions, and implement change in the shop and labs Interface with CMU’s Facilities Department to troubleshoot and maintain building infrastructure Safety & Training Write, review, assess, and apply safety plans for shop and laboratory environments Develop and deliver shop safety procedures and training for students from diverse technical backgrounds Provide safety supervision in the shop Manage hazardous waste and partner with campus risk management to ensure compliance with regulations governing hazardous materials, safe working practices, and reporting requirements Monitor and restock first aid kits in Confluence Hall Shop & Equipment Operations Review student designs for manufacturability and work with them to improve their design and select the right process for the design Apply CAD/CAM software (SolidWorks or similar) to support project fabrication Set up and operate manual and CNC metalworking machines, woodworking machines, hand tools, and welding equipment (TIG, MIG, oxy-acetylene, plasma) Troubleshoot, maintain, and perform routine repair of engineering laboratory equipment, including but not limited to the universal testing machine, wind tunnel, 3D printers, etc. Manage department 3D printing operations, including printer maintenance and calibration, consumables inventory (filament, resin, build plates), coordination of student/faculty print file submissions, and tracking print job completion and queue Guide students in proper machine/tool protocols and assist with fabrication for course projects, including first-year, junior-level, and senior/capstone design, and student competition teams Inventory & Resource Management Manage tool crib and equipment inventory Develop and maintain a student tool checkout procedure, including tracking issued/returned tools and equipment Procure parts and supplies within department-approved budget; track costs and spend pru