FIT NYC Sewing Machine Mechanic, Fashion Design

About Fashion Institute of Technology:

The Fashion Institute of Technology, a part of the State University of New York, has been a leader in career education in art, design, business, and technology for over 70 years. With a curriculum that provides a singular blend of hands-on, practical experience, classroom study, and a firm grounding in the liberal arts, FIT offers a wide range of outstanding programs that are relevant to today's rapidly changing industries. Internationally renowned, FIT draws on its New York City location to provide a vibrant, creative community in which to learn. The college offers more than 45 majors and grants AAS, BFA, BS, MA, MFA, and MPS degrees, preparing students for professional success and leadership in the global marketplace.

With close ties to industry, FIT draws faculty from the city's art, business, and design elite, and from the rich academic community of the region. The College continually seeks creative faculty members who are passionate about their field and demonstrate exceptional professional capability in the core competencies of instruction design, learning enrichment, globalism, and use of technology, as well as mastery of established and emerging industry practices.

Job Description:

The Sewing Machine Mechanic (Materials Assistant, CBA Title) will perform service, maintenance, and repair of sewing and sewing-related equipment.

Responsibilities:

Repair machinery in studio labs for the Fashion Department.Work with faculty to organize classrooms for the specific course needs on a semester by semester basis.Perform preventive maintenance inspections and service on equipment in accordance with an established maintenance schedule.Provide guidance to faculty and students on the proper and safe use of equipment.Assist students with replacing needles, threading machines, and removing jams, as well as issues with dress forms and steam stations.Maintain an accurate record of service history, repairs, and maintenance.
The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position; other duties may be assigned consistent with the classification of the position.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent required.Minimum of four (4) years of professional, mechanic and industry related experience.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
Reasonable fluency with machinery.Must demonstrate hand skills and practical fluency with sewing machines and irons. This positionrequires a strong initiative and the ability to follow through, oversee and complete projects.

Additional Information:

Please note all offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the background check process.

CBA Title

Materials Assistant

Salary

Salary: $70,522.32 per year

The UCE-FIT Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) dictates the compensation, benefits, and conditions of employment.Hiring Salary: $70,522.32 per year with step increments per Salary Schedule 92, after one year of service and annually thereafter.

Work Schedule

Days/Hours: M-F, 9am-5pm, in person; work schedule subject to change based on needs of the department.

Benefits

The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) provides comprehensive employee benefit programs designed to help keep our faculty and staff and their families healthy, safe, happy, and productive. Our programs also include a variety of components to help our employees improve the quality and balance of their work and family lives, and to help them prepare for their futures.
Retirement PlansHealth Care Plan and Dental PlanEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible Spending AccountCommuter Benefit PlanFIT Tuition Exemption ProgramPaid Time Off (Vacation, Personal, Sick and Holidays)4-day Summer WorkweekQualifying Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
For a full list of FIT benefits, visit our benefits webpage .

Pay Equity by State Employers

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at [email protected].

Visa Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship by the Fashion Institute of Technology.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

FIT is firmly committed to creating an environment that will attract and retain people from a range of backgrounds. FIT is firmly committed to creating a learning and working environment that encourages, utilizes, respects, and appreciates the full expression of every individual's ability. The FIT community fosters its mission and grows because of its rich, pluralistic experience. FIT is committed to prohibiting discrimination, whether on the basis of race, color, creed, age, national origin, immigration or citizenship status, gender, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, partnership status, caregiver status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, uniformed service, height, weight, any lawful source of income, status as a victim of domestic violence or as a victim of sex offenses or stalking, whether children are, may be or would be residing with a person or conviction or arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. FIT is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, including the opportunity for upward mobility for all qualified individuals. Applications from veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Inquiries regarding FIT's non-discrimination policies may be directed to the Chief Equal Employment Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, 212.217.3360.

Annual Security Report

The safety and well-being of FIT's students, faculty, staff, and visitors is of paramount importance. Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, FIT publishes an annual report containing crime statistics and statements of security policy, accessible here: Safety Statistics . A paper copy of the report will be provided upon request by contacting Public Safety's administrative office number at (212) 217-4999.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

The working conditions for this position will be in any combination of a classroom, lab, or office space with potential exposure to chemicals, machinery, and work performed in a confined space. The physical requirement for this position will require occasional sitting, frequent standing, frequent bending or twisting, frequent walking, occasional climbing, frequent pulling, pushing, or reaching, frequent repetitive motions, constant use of hands to handle objects or tools, frequently lifting up to 20 lbs., and occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs.

Application Instructions:

In order to be considered for this position, please submit the following documents online:
ResumeCover letterUnofficial TranscriptA list of three references with telephone numbers and email addresses
Returning Applicants - Login to your FITNYC Careers Account to check your submitted application material.

Review of applications will begin immediately until the position is filled.

Please note that due to the volume of applications, we will not be able to contact each applicant individually.

Additional information about the Fashion Institute of Technology can be found at: http://www.fitnyc.edu .