This is a POOL position. Application materials for this limited duration assignment is based on semester-by-semester needs due to increasing demand within this subject area.
Job Summary: The Art Lab Technician will assist MCC Art Faculty with providing educational assistance, demonstrations, maintain organization and ceramic studio maintenance.
Essential Functions:
Adhere to proper safety protocols within art studio
Be an ambassador of professional studio habits demonstrated though studio conduct
Maintain equipment safely during open studio hours
Loading and unloading kilns
Programming and firing the kilns
Help student's with throwing materials on the wheel(s)
Tracking glaze inventory
Managing and assisting varies types of ceramic firing (e.g. electric, Raku, etc.)
Aid in keeping the studio clean
Ensure labels are on raw materials
Perform other similar duties as assigned
Minimal Qualifications
Education
Associate's degree in Art (Preferred)
OR
Successfully passed MCC's ceramic art classes level four (ART 173) plus direct work experience in a ceramic studio firing kiln(s) and studio equipment
OR
High School Diploma/GED plus one (1) year ceramics experience.
Experience
Knowledge of health and safety when firing kiln(s) and maintaining a studio.
Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
The position requires availability to work evenings and/or Saturdays to assist when the ceramic studio is open.
To learn more about MCC's Art Centers please visit the following links: MCC-LV Cultural Art Center or MCC-PV Carter Art Center.