Student - Machine Shop Assistant

Student - Machine Shop Assistant

Salary

$15.00 Hourly

Location

Main Campus - Orem

Job Type

Student

Job Number

FY2605226

Division

VP Academic Affairs

Department

Mechanical & Civil Engineering

Opening Date

08/26/2026

Closing Date

10/24/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Max Number of Applicants

65

Required Documents Needed to Apply

Resume

Student Class Schedule

Applicant Support

1-855-524-5627

Support@schooljobs.com

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Position Announcement

The Machine Shop at UVU is looking for a student assistant to help with course labs, assist with basic machining and fabrication tasks, and help maintain a clean and organized shop environment.

The student machine shop assistant should be available to work in the lab during mornings from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. It is also preferred but not mandatory that the student machine shop assistant be available to work on Saturdays.

Application Process

• Include any previous experience with machining or fabrication (if applicable)
• Provide availability for standard shop hours (9 am to 5 pm) and Saturdays

Summary of Responsibilities

Most of the time will be spent on the job working in a hands-on environment under supervision while helping students with their projects and lab course work. Continuous training will be provided for the candidate to learn how to machine parts using a variety of machinery. Student assistant will receive training in CAD/CAM and CNC machining. Variable hours up to 20 hours a week.

Responsibliities include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting instructors and students during course labs
• Performing basic machining and fabrication tasks under supervision
• Ensuring proper maintenance and operation of equipment
• Keeping the shop clean and organized
• Helping with routine maintenance and repairs
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and protocols

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

• Must be a current UVU student (preferably in Engineering or a related field)
• Be able to work with minimal supervision and follow directions closely.
• Adhere to safety requirements and regulations.
• Ability to lift heavy objects

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Experience with CNC mills and lathes.
• Experience with Fusion 360 CAD/CAM
• Experience with basic welding and fabrication
• Experience with heavy machinery

EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Student positions are ineligible from the university's full-time employee benefits package and part-time offerings.

For more information on services offered to students, visit https://www.uvu.edu/studentlife/.

01

Are you a current UVU student?

• Yes
• No

02

Please enter your UVID.

03

Include any previous experience with machining or fabrication (if applicable).

04

Provide availability for standard shop hours (9 am to 5 pm) and Saturdays

05

Are you available to work in the lab during mornings from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM?

• Yes
• No

06

Are you avalible to work on Saturdays?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Utah Valley University

Address 800 W. University Parkway

Orem, Utah, 84058

Phone Applicant Support 855-524-5627

Website http://www.uvu.edu