University of Kentucky
STEPS Design Technology Specialist
🇺🇸 Lexington, KY
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $16 - $25 per Hour
💻 Product Development
🗓️ June 23rd, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
- Operate and maintain large-format HP plotters and a 3D printer fleet.
- Train faculty and students on CAD/CAM software and digital fabrication workflows.
- Provide technical support focused on digital output operations and design workflows.
- Manage equipment checkout systems and maintain inventory records.
- Coordinate equipment and materials procurement with the College Business Office.
- Perform routine maintenance and coordinate equipment repairs with vendors.
- Experience required: 2+ years with digital output equipment and design software workflows.
- Preferable skills include 3D printing technologies (FDM, SLA), design software (Rhino, AutoCAD, SolidWorks), PaperCut print management, and Mac/PC support.
- Compensation ranges from $15.83 to $25.30 per hour for a full-time, temporary position.
- Serves diverse departments such as Architecture, Product Design, Interior Design, Historic Preservation, and Landscape Architecture programs.
STEPS Design Technology Specialist Full Description
Requisition Number | TE08944
Department Name | 8N040:Design Facilities/Shops/Technology
Work Location | Lexington, KY
Salary Range | $15.83-$25.30/hour
Type of Position | Temporary
Position Time Status | Full-Time
Required Education | Bachelor’s degree OR Associate’s degree
Required Related Experience | 2+ years relevant experience Experience with digital output equipment and design software workflows
Required License/Registration/Certification |
Physical Requirements | Lifting, pushing or pulling of objects up to 25 pounds. May need to sit or stand for prolonged periods.
Shift | Work Shift
Generally days, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; and some evenings and weekends depending on workload.
Expected # of Hours Per Week
40
Job Summary | Transform Creative Vision into Reality Through Cutting-Edge Technology
The University of Kentucky College of Design seeks a dynamic STEPS Design Technology Specialist to join our innovative team supporting the next generation of designers, architects, and creative professionals. This critical role combines technical expertise with educational impact, ensuring our students and faculty have seamless access to state-of-the-art digital fabrication and output technologies.
About This Opportunity
As our STEPS Design Technology Specialist, you’ll be the technical backbone supporting a diverse community of creators across Architecture, Product Design, Interior Design, Historic Preservation, and Landscape Architecture programs. You’ll manage all digital output operations for the College of Design—from large-format 2D plotting to sophisticated 3D printing—while providing expert technical support in a collaborative academic environment.
What You’ll Do
Digital Fabrication Leadership
• Operate and maintain large-format HP plotters and extensive 3D printer fleet
• Train faculty and students on CAD/CAM software and digital fabrication workflows
• Ensure safety compliance and proper equipment usage across all programs
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues and coordinate equipment repairs
Customer Service & Resource Coordination
• Provide technical support focused on digital output operations and design workflows
• Manage equipment checkout systems and maintain accurate inventory records
• Coordinate with College Business Office for equipment and materials procurement
• Serve as primary liaison between users and technical resources
• Direct general IT support requests to appropriate university resources
Facility & Equipment Maintenance
• Perform routine maintenance on sophisticated digital output equipment
• Serve as first point of contact for technology helpdesk requests
• Process work orders and coordinate repairs with vendors
• Monitor supplies and equipment to ensure continuous operation
Application Materials Required:
Completed online application Resume highlighting relevant technical experience Cover letter describing your customer service experience and technical background Contact information for three professional references
Why You’ll Love Working Here
• Impact: Directly support creative education and student success
• Technology: Work with industry-leading digital fabrication equipment
• Growth: Continuous learning opportunities in emerging technologies
• Community: Collaborative environment with passionate educators and students
• Flexibility: Academic environment with generally standard business hours
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | Required Qualifications:
• Experience with digital output equipment and design software workflows
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with diverse academic community
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities
Highly Preferred:
• 3D printing expertise (FDM, SLA, or similar technologies)
• Knowledge of design software (Rhino, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, etc.)
• PaperCut print management system experience
• Mac and PC technical support background
• Previous work in academic or educational technology environments
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No
Preferred Education/Experience |
Deadline to Apply | 07/04/2025
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As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
- * Describe your experience with graphic design software (Photoshop, Fireworks, InDesign).
(Open Ended Question) - * How would you describe your proficiency in design software (eg InDesign, DreamWeaver)?
- None
- Some Knowledge
- Working Knowledge
- Expert
- * Please describe a project or program you were responsible for managing that demonstrates your organizational and/or problem-solving skills. Please be specific.
(Open Ended Question) - * Describe a time you solved a complicated technical problem for a customer.
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