LAB TECHNICIAN/FABRICATOR – PART-TIME/SEASONAL - Perfect for the multi-disciplined exhibitions person looking to expand their interests!
Northwest Hydraulic Consultants (NHC) is an international firm of civil engineers and geoscientists providing professional services for the development, management, and protection of water resources. We are currently seeking part-time technicians, on a seasonal basis, to participate in our river engineering, hydrology, and geomorphology projects within our Seattle, Washington office. The candidate will assist with design, construction, and testing of scaled models of hydraulic structures such as hydropower facilities, pump stations, and rivers in our physical modeling laboratory.

COMPETENCIES
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:


Problem Solving—Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information skillfully, develops alternative solutions, works well in group problem-solving situations, uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Technical Skills—Assesses own strengths and weaknesses, pursues training and development opportunities, strives to continuously build knowledge and skills, shares expertise with others.

Planning/Organizing—Prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently, plans for additional resources, sets goals and objectives, organizes or schedules other people and their tasks, develops realistic action plans.

Safety and Security—Observes safety and security procedures, determines appropriate action beyond guidelines, reports potentially unsafe conditions, uses equipment and materials properly.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Qualified candidates must have high a minimum of three years of experience in a professional environment including but not limited to; engineering lab, machine/metal-fab shop, art studio, furniture shop, museum, exhibit/model shop. Engineering students/background a plus.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge and experience in carpentry, general construction, plastic/metal fabrication, welding and painting. Heavy lifting, climbing, and strenuous physical activities are essential functions of the position. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to high quality, client service, excellent communication skills and will be expected to use her/his skills to improve the quality and efficiency of our products.

Hours will generally be full-time on an as-needed/seasonal basis. Compensation will be competitive and based on experience.

If you are interested in joining our team, please send a cover letter, resume, and references to jscoltock@nhcweb.com. NHC is an equal opportunity employer and strives for work force diversity. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.


*All applicants must state their citizenship and explain their ability to work in the United States. Only U.S. citizens or applicants that have, or can readily obtain, a permanent work permit will be considered for employment.