Fabrication Lab Technician

CSUDH Toro Auxiliary Partners

About the CSUDH Toro Auxiliary Partners

The California State University, Dominguez Hills Toro Auxiliary Partners was incorporated in 1968 as a partner of the University to provide services and develop and enhance programs that are an integral part of the University's educational mission. CSU Dominguez Hills is a highly diverse, metropolitan university primarily serving the South Bay area of Los Angeles County. Established in 1960, CSU Dominguez Hills is one of the 23 campuses that comprise the California State University system.

Position Information

Employment at Toro Auxiliary Partners is on an at-will basis and can be terminated by either an employee or Toro Auxiliary Partners at any time with or without cause or advanced notice. Permanent status can neither be obtained nor granted.

This is a part-time, non-exempt position with an hourly rate of $17.00. 
 

Purpose of Position

The Center for Innovation in STEM Education (CISE) seeks interns for the CSUDH Fabrication Lab. The position is a part-time, paid internship. Our goal is to provide our intern with the real-life experience necessary to execute and manage projects that utilize fabrication technology with the intent of promoting the development of new knowledge and research with an emphasis on serving communities that are underrepresented in STEM disciplines.
 

The CSUDH Fab Lab project is at the forefront of innovative STEM education. Our fleet of five mobile fabrication laboratories is used by K-16 students and teachers, pre-service STEM teachers, CSUDH faculty, and community members. We aim to provide participants with tangible STEM applications to investigate and solve real-world challenges, teach students to develop 21st-century skills through project-based learning, promote equity within the Southern California region, and be a model for sustainable innovation in K-16 STEM education. The project brings STEM into classrooms and communities by providing participants with access to fabrication equipment such as 3D printers, laser cutters, vinyl cutters, CNC mills, 3D modeling software, an electronics lab, and a suite of other tools that will allow anyone to create almost anything. The CSUDH Fab Lab project inspires and creates young engineers, inventors, artists, and entrepreneurs!
 

Make a difference in your community while gaining experience for your career! Internships are a great way for students to explore careers, network, and gain experience. In the role of Fab Lab Technician, interns will support the day-to-day setup, breakdown, procurement of supplies, and scheduling of events across various schools and venues. Additionally, the intern will support the execution of instructional curriculum and projects. The intern routinely interacts with fabrication hardware and software and gains knowledge about STEM Education and project management skills and procedures.
 

Responsibilities

• Learn the use of software, programs, applications, and equipment to help participants.
• Able to present and explain the functions of the fab lab machines and related software.
• Executes checklists for events and/or training sessions.
• Transfer fabrication equipment, tools, etc., from trailers to classrooms or event sites.
• Assist with set-up and break-down of learning stations on-site or off-site.
• Assist with the maintenance and upkeep of machines.
• Understand and complement the mission of CISE.
• Responsible for cleaning up the work area 30 minutes before the end of the shift.

Minimum Qualifications

• CSUDH Undergraduate/Graduate student in good academic standing.
• Valid California Driver’s License and reliable transportation.
• Agree to grade monitoring; maintain a 2.5 GPA
• Meet with Fab Lab Manager each semester to discuss academic progress in order to renew internship, work maximum weekly hours and/or to reclassify.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Application Period

The review of applications will begin on July 1, 2024, and the position will remain open.
 

Equal Employment Opportunity

Toro Auxiliary Partners is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status.

Individuals with disabilities requesting accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may call the Foundation Human Resources Office at (310) 243-1070.
 

E-Verify

This position requires new hire/re-hire employment verification to be processed through the E-Verify program administered by the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship, and Immigration Services in partnership with the Social Security Administration.

If hired, the successful candidate will be required to furnish proof that they are legally authorized to work in the United States.

Conditions of Employment

Employment at Toro Auxiliary Partners is on an at-will basis and can be terminated by either an employee or Toro Auxiliary Partners at any time with or without cause or advanced notice. Permanent status can neither be obtained nor granted.

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth as a condition of employment.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily for any position that the CSUDH Toro Auxiliary Partners deems sensitive to. Sensitive positions are those requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position based on the potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to the CSUDH Toro Auxiliary Partners or individuals in the university community. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current employees.