Salary: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 Annually
Location : NY, NY
Job Type: Full-Time Staff
Job Number: Divisions: School of Architecture
Department: Dean: Architecture
Opening Date: 03/10/2025
About Pratt Pratt Institute provides the creative leaders of tomorrow the professional knowledge and experience to make a better world. A world-class and internationally ranked college with programs in art, design, architecture, liberal arts and sciences, and information studies, Pratt offers nearly 50 undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
The Institute's impact expands beyond its 25-acre residential campus in Brooklyn to cutting-edge facilities throughout the borough, a landmark building and public gallery in Manhattan, as well as an extension campus, Pratt Munson College of Art and Design in Utica, New York. On Governors Island, Pratt is a core partner on the Stony Brook University team selected to develop the New York Climate Exchange, a research and educational hub poised to establish New York City as the global leader for the most pressing issue of our time: climate change. Another extension of Pratt's campus is the Research Yard, a 20,000-square-foot facility that brings together the research activities of Pratt Institute under one roof in the Brooklyn Navy Yard (BNY).
DescriptionUnder the general supervision of management, the shop technician will support the day-to-day operation of the School of Architecture Model Making shop. They join a team committed to fostering a safe, innovative, and robust culture of creating, and will provide students with practical technical support that will guide their practice in and beyond their time at Pratt.
Examples of Duties- Oversee the safe operation, set-up, inspection, and maintenance of equipment and tools, performing troubleshooting relating to the repair and installation for shop equipment and technologies.
- Supervise daily student and faculty work in the shops and its related satellite resources, providing technical guidance and support for faculty teaching in the shop.
- Oversee inventory, secure price quotes, and order supplies as needed.
- Hire, train, and supervise student employees in the safe handling and basic operation of shop equipment and tools.
- Participate in regular team meetings to support overall use of facilities and resources.
- Where applicable, coordinate the check-in/check-out and reservation process for equipment, labs, and shops.
- Collaborate with the department head in the development and implementation of training materials, procedures, policies, and services to be used by student employees and student users, as well as staff and faculty working in the shop.
- Implement a pedagogy for shop safety orientation.
- Where applicable, conduct 10 shop safety orientations annually.
- For technical instruction beyond the scope of standard technical guidance (i.e., providing a 1-hour or less demo alongside a faculty member), workshops for more complex technical training can be requested by academic departments as part of routine curriculum planning. Participation in workshop coordination (i.e., scheduling, preparation, etc.) is obligatory; instruction is voluntary. With no shorter than a month's advance notice, the (Department Head/Director) can schedule workshops to support curricular goals, to be coordinated during class time. Workshops will be compensated as an academic stipend and must occur outside of working hours, not to exceed ten hours per semester.
- Where applicable, support the creation, revision, and continuous improvement of web content, providing clear, up-to-date, and user-friendly information regarding lab/shop policies, scheduling, hours, instruction, and programming opportunities.
- Partner with the facilities department as needed to ensure proper functioning of the shop, coordinating as necessary to troubleshoot plumbing, electrical issues, hazardous waste pick-up, heat regulation, and other maintenance issues.
- Support the continuous improvement of resources and facilities by making recommendations and performing research.
- Cultivate a diverse, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
- See HR for Tech Job Descriptions specific to each department.
Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent work experience required. If applicable to shop, may require a certificate of fitness or safety license.
Experience: Minimum of five years related experience and thorough knowledge of facility's equipment.
Skills: Understanding of health and safety regulations, both Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Institutional.
Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population of students and staff, as well as demonstrate intercultural competence.
Other: Occasional weekend work during spring and fall semesters. Occasional overtime may be required at the end of each semester.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Pratt Institute recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.
At Pratt, we prioritize equity and have established a systematic approach to guarantee fair treatment for everyone. If your background and expertise align with the requirements of the position, you will be contacted for further instructions.
Medical
Dental
Vision
HSA
Company Sponsored Basic Life & AD&D
Company Sponsored Long Term Disability
Flex Spending Account (Health, Dependant Care)
Commuter Benefits (Transit & Parking)
Disability (NYS)
Voluntary Short Term Disability
Voluntary Life Insurance
403B Retirement Plan
Voluntary Supplemental Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off (Vac & Sick)