Workshop Assistant / Shop Hand
MakerLabs is seeking a workshop assistant to join our team. In this role, you will be working directly with senior management assisting with various tasks including email correspondence, cleaning, organizing, and assisting in skilled labour.
The ideal candidate would bring their own experience to the team while growing and strengthening the overall vision of MakerLabs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Maintain a neat and organized work area
Assist in email correspondence and administrative tasks
Operate power tools under the direction of skilled workers
Move materials and equipment around the shop
Assist skilled workers with their duties
Follow safety guidelines and procedures
Minimum Qualifications:
8 hour shifts, 3 to 5 days per week.
12pm to Midnight availability, hours and days of work may change on a weekly basis. Schedules will be confirmed at least a week in advance.
Ability to identify various different types of wood species, wood composites, and plastics
Basic knowledge of hand and power tools
Able to lift 50 lbs
Computer literate, can adapt to new software systems quickly
Minimum typing speed of 40wpm
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
Must be self-motivated, a fast learner who takes initiative
Possess a constant desire to learn, improve, and optimize everything
Strong sense of situational awareness
Strong organization skills with attention to detail
Employment Benefits
Staff receive 24 hour membership
All 101 orientations free
Select paid orientations and one-on-one tool training
Option for medical / dental benefits after 3 months
Job Type: Part-time or Full Time, Permanent
Starting Wage: $20/hour
To apply, please email resumes to: hello@makerlabs.com. Please include a brief introduction of yourself, explaining why you’d like to work for MakerLabs. Please also include an SVG file with your name centered in a circle. We would like to thank all candidates for applying; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.