Maker Mentor I

Title:
Maker Mentor I

Department:
Makerspace

Reports To:
NCE Executive Director of Experiential Learning

Position Type:
Staff

Position Summary:
The Maker Mentor I provides instructional and technical
support to users of the NJIT Makerspace through hands-on training, supervision,
and fabrication assistance. This position plays a foundational role in ensuring
that users learn to safely and effectively operate Makerspace equipment,
including 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC machines, and basic shop tools. Maker
Mentor I employees deliver formal training sessions, supervise users during
open lab hours, assist in developing instructional materials, and help maintain
equipment and workspaces. They support students, faculty, and staff in
transforming design concepts into physical prototypes while upholding the
highest standards of safety and professionalism. This role emphasizes skill
development, collaboration, and continuous learning as part of a technical
education environment that encourages innovation and creativity.

Essential Functions:
-Deliver formal training sessions and assist in developing
instructional materials.
-Supervise users during lab hours to ensure safe and
effective equipment operation.
-Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot basic fabrication and
prototyping tools.
-Support students, faculty, and staff in design and
fabrication projects.
-Enforce safety standards and assist with policy
implementation.

Prerequisite Qualifications:
-Bachelor's degree in engineering, engineering technology,
industrial design, or a related field.
-0-2 years of relevant hands-on or instructional
experience.
-Proficiency in basic fabrication tools and digital design
workflows.
-At the university's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be exempted where the candidate can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the university, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.

Salary Information:
In compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Law, the hourly rate for this position is $35.00 (USD). NJIT considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses or other items.

FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Part-Time