Fashion Lab and Makerspace Technician

The Fashion Lab and Makerspace Technician's job is to support and maintain the day-to-day operations of the fashion design lab and makerspace, a collaborative workspace where students create and learn using a variety of tools and technologies. They help users with their projects, provide training on equipment, and ensure the fashion labs and makerspace are safe and well-maintained.

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Equipment Maintenance & Support: Operate, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot a variety of equipment, including 3D printers, laser
• cutters, fashion lab sewing machines, buttonhole machines and sergers.
• User Assistance: Help students with their projects from initial concept to final product, providing guidance and support throughout the process.
• Training & Instruction: Develop and deliver training materials and instruction on the safe and proper use of equipment.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure the makerspace and the fashion lab is a safe working environment, following safety protocols and procedures.
• Space Maintenance: Maintain the makerspace in a clean, organized, and well-stocked condition.
• Inventory Management: Track and manage inventory of materials and supplies used in the fashion lab and makerspace.
• Communication: Communicate effectively with users, staff, and vendors, including answering inquiries and resolving issues.
• Project Support: Help users with their projects, including troubleshooting, offering advice, and providing assistance with design software.
• Program Development: Contribute to the development of maker programs, workshops, and other offerings. 
• Community Engagement: Promote the makerspace and its resources to attract and retain users.
• Data Collection & Reporting: Assist with collecting and analyzing data on makerspace usage.

SPECIAL SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Associate degree required. 

Experience: Working in makerspace and fashion design lab setting preferred.  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to multitask efficiently.
• Knowledge of User Management systems (Google Workspace, Office 365)
• Experience with Email systems (Google Workspace and Office 365)
• Experience with Fashion Design Studio equipment and machinery.
• Experience with Laser cutter software and Adobe Creative cloud software. Experience with Embroidery machine software.·        
• Knowledge of various Makerspace equipment: Laser cutter, Mimaki direct fabric and heat transfer printer, 3D printer, large scale printer, Knitting machine and ZSK embroidery machine.
• Knowledge of various machines in Fashion Design lab settings.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

• Annual Salary is $40,000-$48,500
• NJ Educators Health Plan with free Vision and Dental. NJ State Pension plan.
• 15 vacation days, 15 sick days, 4 personal days, 2 floating holidays, all designated holidays and 5 non-designated holidays a year. 3 Partial Sick Days.

Bergen Community College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.