Studio Technician

**Job Title**
- Studio Technician - Fine Arts

**About the University**

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We are one of Canada’s top universities and leading research institutions. With more than 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students, two campuses (Lethbridge and Calgary), seven faculties and schools, and more than 2,500 employees, ULethbridge is Lethbridge’s second largest employer. Faculty and staff come together to contribute, each in their own way, to establishing ULethbridge as Canada’s destination university. In 2022, Lethbridge was recognized as one of Canada’s top small cities.

**Position Details**

Please Note: This position has an annual 1-month layoff period each July.Reporting to the Faculty of Fine Arts Facilities Manager, the Studio Technician is a member of a skilled technical team, participating in the efficient and safe operation of studios, laboratories and student exhibition spaces. The Studio Technician plays a hands-on role in the day-to-day operation of FFA facilities with an emphasis on sculptural processes and materials including: wood working, metal fabrication, foundry and ceramics, and assists in other areas including: drawing, painting, printmaking, photography, and digital media studios. The position involves directly guiding, monitoring, and assisting student use of equipment and supporting learning at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
- This position entails working in a range of art studio processes including: woodworking, metalworking, casting, ceramics, and digital fabrication. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the delivery of safe work practices, instruction in art fabrication processes, providing technical demonstrations, assisting in the maintenance and installation of equipment, design and fabrication of specialized task furnishings, supporting instructional needs, and other technical duties as assigned.

**Position Qualifications**- Strong communication and teamwork skills within a collaborative environment,
- The ability to manage competing priorities while paying attention to details.

Given the nature of the course offerings and student work needs this position will be required to work some evenings and weekends.**Starting Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE)**
- $4,576.00 - $5,114.00 monthly

**Full Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE)**
- $4,576.00 - $5,652.00 monthly (AUPE - Grade 9)

**Campus**
- Lethbridge

**Employment Group**
- AUPE

**Position Category**
- Other