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Job Purpose

The Temporary Makerspace Technician supports the daily operation, maintenance, and safety of the maker space environment by providing technical assistance, overseeing equipment usage, and facilitating access to tools and resources. This role ensures users can safely and effectively engage in hands-on learning, prototyping, and creative exploration, while maintaining a well-organized and functional workspace. Additionally, the Summer Makerspace Tech will work closely with the Makerspace staff, technology department, and other Liliuokalani Center (LC) and Liliuokalani Trust (LT) teammates including but not limited to the IT department, facilities, operations, and Olino Pathways teams to ensure high quality creation and productions as well as overall maintenance of our state-of-the-art spaces.

This is a temporary role designed to support the technology department with the implementation of their summer programming. There is the possibility of an extension post-summer.

Essential Responsibilities

• In support of the Makerspace Manager, oversee daily operation of the maker Space, ensuring all tools and equipment are functional, clean, and safely accessible
• Facilitates preventative maintenance on all equipment including but not limited to 3D printers, laser cutters, vinyl cutters, CNC machines, soldering stations, paint hood, and sewing machines.
• Oversee training and support on proper and safe use of tools and equipment, providing one-on-one and group demonstrations as needed.
• Support Maker Space Manager, program leaders, and teachers by assisting with project planning, setup, and execution of maker-related activities integrated into the curriculum.
• Supervise maker space use, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and respectful sharing of space and materials.
• Implement and enforce safety procedures, including personal protective equipment (PPE), tool-specific rules, and emergency protocols.
• Prepares a variety of documents and reports (e.g. maintenance, budget, daily activity, daily program content, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information.
• Provide program coverage as necessary
• Help prepare materials for summer programming.
• Assist instructors with executing summer programming 

Other duties:

• Contribute to the success of the team by being flexible, collaborative, and proactive in learning new skills. 
• Provide transportation support for staff, youth, and families as needed for official business.
• Participate in professional development, training, and team-building initiatives.
• Support broader Trust and LC efforts by contributing to cross-functional projects and new initiatives.
• Be available for flexible scheduling to support programming, events and strategic needs, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Other duties as assigned by Maker Space Manager or Director of Creative Technology 

Qualifications

• Pursuing a BA/BS in related field preferred, High School Diploma or equivalent experience required.
• At least 1 year of experience in youth work,maker space, lab, workshop, or educational tech setting.
• Proficiency with maker space equipment and tools including but not limited to 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC routers, vinyl cutters, soldering tools, handtools, and power tools.
• Familiarity with design and modeling software such as OnShape, Solidworks, and/or Adobe Illustrator.
• Basic electronic knowledge including circuits, breadboarding, and soldering.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills especially when working with youth and educators.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, project-based learning environment.
• Valid driver’s license, clean traffic abstract.
• TB clearance 
• Willingness to make mistakes, ask questions, and fail forward
• Willingness to collaborate and take initiative.

• Able to provide a welcoming environment for youth in the space

Job Competencies

• Collaboration: Ability to interact effectively with youth, community partners, and multi-disciplinary teams. Knowledge of community resources and services.
• Ethical Practice: Model the highest level of ethical behavior, integrity, and social responsibility Uphold and embody all LT values.
• Communication: Clearly convey and receive information and ideas. Engage the listener and invite response and feedback. Demonstrate strong written, oral, and listening skills.
• Cultural Competence: Respect and relate well to people from varied backgrounds and sensitive to group differences. Experience working with at-risk youth and ability to apply positive youth development principles to that work.
• Relationship Management: Experience working with staff at all levels in a collaborative environment; ability to promote and sustain positive workplace values and relationships.
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to work well under pressure and to remain calm and controlled when faced with challenging situations.  

Lili’uokalani Center (LC):  

Informed by a deep understanding of the adolescent experience and grounded in Hawaiian culture, the new LC will provide Hawaiian youth with opportunities to connect to peers and mentors, receive supportive services, and discover pathways to passion, purpose, and prosperity. LC will be LT’s signature youth development hub for culture, creativity, technology, and play, and will serve as a resource center where youth can connect to vital supports and a vibrant community. LC will be a safe space located in urban Honolulu where youth are inspired to pursue their dreams, including exploring pathways in the arts, sports, technology, and entrepreneurship while receiving wraparound support to help them reach their goals and become thriving adults. A primary function of LC will be to provide a space for young people to play, to learn, to find connection and inspiration, and to experience joy.  

Travel Requirements: 

• In alignment with our organizational competencies of Alu Like I ka Hana (Teamwork) and Ho`omau ika `imi Na`auao(Continuous Learning and Improvement), this position will require occasional travel across the island, inter-island, and out-of-state depending on the needs of the team and the organization. While travel may not always be a need, the ability to travel when required remainsa crucial aspect of this position. 

Organization Competencies 

• Alignment with Queen’s legacy:Understanding and appreciation of Queen Liliuokalani’s story, her legacy and the Hawaiian Culture is foundational to staff’s commitment to working with our Hawaiian children, families and communities. Demonstrates respect for and appreciation of Hawaiian values history, and culture, understanding its implication in one’s work, in fostering meaningful relationships, and in embracing the community served.
• Ho`omau i ka `imi Na`auao (Continuous Learning and Improvement): Committed to creating and reinforcing an environment of continuous learning and improvement.
• Ho`ike i na Mana`o Pono (Effective Communication):Communicates with those we serve and each other in a consistent manner that results in mutual understanding, harmony, and action.
• No'ono'o loi(Critical Thinking and Problem Solving):Actively and skillfully understands, conceptualizes, applies, analyzes, synthesizes, and/or evaluates information and develops and supports fact-based analyses and recommendations.
• Ho'o kumu a'e or `Imi hakuhia (Innovation):Identifies and integrates creative ideas into new or existing services and promotes effective problem-solving.
• Pilina Ho`ohana a me ka Hana Hilina`i (Building Relationships and Creating Trust):Manages relationships to create optimal opportunities and move the organization forward.
• Alu Like I ka Hana (Teamwork):Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others throughout the organization in alignment with the organization's objectives.
• Ho`onui I ka `Ike (Capacity Building):Encourages personal growth by exhibiting trust and a belief in the capacity of others. 

Mental and Physical Demands: 

• Ability to lift 50lbs pounds. Requires frequent sitting, bending, standing, and working in high places… 

Terms and Conditions of Employment 

As a condition of employment, employee will be subject to LT’s policies and procedures. 

Job Title: Makerspace Technician (Temp)

Reports To: Makerspace Manager

FLSA Status: Temporary - Non-exempt hourly

Aligned Executive: Chief Executive Officer

Site: Lili’uokalani Center

Department: Programs