Digital Fabrication Technician

Reporting to the Manager, Studio Services, the Digital Fabrication Technician is responsible for providing support to the University’s digital fabrication technology and its faculty, students, researchers and approved community partners. Working in collaboration with other academic and administrative resource areas, this role ensures efficient and safe functioning of the technology and related facilities, and provides the most up-to-date technical support with regard to software, hardware, processes, and safety to students and faculty.

**Summary of Responsibilities**:

- Safely operate and maintain digital fabrication equipment including laser cutter/engravers, 3D printers, CNC devices, robotic devices and scanners
- In consultation with the Manager, Studio Services, hire and train Class Assistants and Studio Monitors
- In consultation with the Manager, Studio Services, develop and implement training and access procedures, to ensure safe use of equipment
- Support faculty members delivery of curriculum by preparing materials, setting up equipment, and providing individual and small group instruction of specialized techniques or equipment
- Support students in their learning by acting as a resource regarding materials and processes, and assisting with the technical resolution of assignments
- Responsible for health and safety by regularly participating in relevant training, explaining hazards associated with materials and equipment, demonstrating, modelling and enforcing proper health and safety procedures, and promptly reporting unsafe conditions to the Manager, Studio Services
- Perform administrative duties such as coordinating the purchase of supplies, maintaining inventory, completing yearly inventory reports, assisting the Manager, Studio Services with preparation and tracking of budgets, as well as development of student access policies and procedures
- Responsible for health and safety by regularly explaining hazards associated with materials and equipment, demonstrating, modeling and enforcing proper health and safety procedures, and promptly reporting unsafe conditions to the Manager, Studio Services
- Participate in the provision of a safe and secure environment for all members of the OCAD University community and its facilities
- Serve on committees and participate in University special events and projects, as required
- Maintain currency in technical developments within the discipline
- Work with the Manager, Studio Services, Deans of Faculty, Associate Deans, faculty members and other academic staff in support of the university’s educational goals and objectives

**Qualifications**:

- Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent with a minimum of five (5) years of experience
- A solid understanding of the concepts and processes involved in digital fabrication including 3D printing, laser engraving/cutting, 3D scanning, CNC milling/routing, robotic control, and other computer-controlled devices
- Sound understanding of materials associated with digital fabrication
- Knowledge of the proprietary software, maintenance and use of digital fabrication equipment
- Comprehensive experience with file preparation for professional output using digital fabrication software
- Demonstrated ability to excel in communicating digital fabrication processes and a strong commitment to providing outstanding learning support in a diverse environment
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, communications and problem-solving skills
- Sound knowledge of, and commitment to, healthy and safe work practices and environmental issues concerning the use, disposal, and recycling of materials used by the students

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