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MakeICT is run entirely by volunteers. Visit http://makeict.org/volunteer to see our latest opportunities!
MakeICT is operated entirely by member-volunteers, so there are many ways that you can be involved with MakeICT at whatever level you're looking for.
 
 
 
= Around the makerspace =
 
Here's a list of tasks that need to be done around the makerspace
 
 
 
== Shared areas / general ==
 
* Classroom
 
** Set up the photobooth and Creative workstations.  Re-route a couple of the classroom Ethernet drops, and build some desks. (https://tinkercad.com/things/ciuFiQzDbTy)
 
** Connect audio equipment
 
* Front/Co-Working Space
 
* Gallery
 
** Build mobile partitions
 
** Install hanger strip on short wall
 
* Lounge
 
* Front Door Area
 
 
 
== Ceramics ==
 
* Create access policy
 
 
 
== Electronics ==
 
* Label drawers, bins, tool boxes, shelves, etc
 
* Create access policy
 
 
 
== Fab Lab ==
 
* Wrap all tools with red tape
 
 
 
== Kitchen ==
 
* Organize and label shelves
 
 
 
== Metalshop ==
 
 
 
ANYONE can do the following without asking:
 
 
 
* General shop cleaning (sweeping, take trash out, organize tools, clean off machinery, clean bandsaw)
 
* Organize shelves near Tormach.
 
* Paint wood wall where exhaust fan was added.  inside and outside. (should be gray or white paint on shelf near back door, either is fine.)
 
* Clean and organize safety items (shelf eyeglasses are on.)
 
* Clean powder coating oven as needed (clean racks and bottom of oven)
 
* Sandblast or grind paint off of new donation box in Metalshop (has been started)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ADVANCED  (Contact Paul or Jeremiah for information before working on any of the following projects)
 
 
 
* Help make and finish keepers of the plains.
 
* Build raised platform for bandsaw.
 
* Build two Modular pedestals.
 
* Finish Building Forge.
 
* Build three legged Anvil stand.
 
* Build belt cover for Enco mill.
 
* Build sturdy base for Enco Mill to replace wood base.
 
* Build new Plasma computer cart with drawers for goggles.
 
* Clean plasma table, replace slats when needed, refill and add chemicals.
 
* Modify welding carts for better fit, add handles, etc.
 
* Build grinder rack using plasma.
 
* Finish rack for C-clamps.
 
* Machine adapter for tubing notcher using Tormach or Enco.
 
* Machine new lever arms for Enco Mill. (x3)
 
* Build 1-4 Shop stools for welding, grinding, and Tormach.
 
* Make roller stand to fit raised bandsaw.
 
 
 
== Textiles ==
 
* Paint and hang pegboard
 
* Draw up plans and build dressing room
 
* finish removing glass shelves and replace with wood to fit storage containers
 
* quarterly machine clean and oil schedule and checklist
 
* finish out quilt tops for auction
 
* serge labels for Boomerang Bags
 
* create labels and class descriptions to go with artwork in room
 
 
 
== Woodshop ==
 
* Make drawer boxes for under bench storage
 
* Make IR sensor system for dust collector bin like Oneida Air (check with Mike H before working)
 
* Need to find trash collection focal for Sunday evenings (Monday collection).
 
 
 
== Jewelry Lab ==
 
* Build a vent hood (we have sheet aluminum for this to the left of the Wood Shop doors) above the torch area, with a powered vent that joins another vent somewhere above the ceiling.
 
 
 
= Leadership committees =
 
Some activities are easier to manage by grouping them together. We've created these volunteer groups, and anyone is invited to help out with them.
 
 
 
== Communications Hive ==
 
* Queen bee: [[User:Jens Torell|Jens Torell]]
 
* Responsible for marketing, maintaining the website, updating the calendar, and social media accounts
 
* Volunteer opportunities:
 
** Fix/update [[:Category:Needs_update|wiki pages that need attention]]
 
** Create a member directory
 
** Create an accurate, scaled, interactive map of the makerspace so people cand find things (like a micrometer, light switches, hot glue, trash bags, a screwdriver, fire extinguishers, etc)
 
 
 
== Governance ==
 
* Govna: [[User:Dominic Canare|Dominic Canare]]
 
* The governance committee is in charge of the smooth operation of the organization by identifying leadership roles and defining policies.
 
* Volunteer opportunities:
 
 
 
== Outreach Gaggle ==
 
* Leader: [[User:Barbara Davis|Barbara Davis]]
 
* Gives MakeICT a presence in various community events, including art fairs, RiverFest, K12 partnerships, etc.
 
* Volunteer opportunities: visit the [[Outreach Gaggle]] main page for more information.
 
 
 
== Special Projects Brigade ==
 
* Leader: [[User:Kip Landwehr|Kip Landwehr]]
 
* Art and Tech bus
 
** An electric bus that we are converting into a mobile art gallery and educational-activity mobile
 
** Contact [[User:Mike Barushok|Mike Barushok]] to find out how you can help
 
* Authentication/network file server
 
** Allows makerspace members to have a network account which can be used to authenticate to any machine in the makerspace with their customized settings and access to a personal folder on a network file share.
 
** Run electrical from breaker box to server rack in the classroom
 
** Contact [[User:Kip Landwehr|Kip Landwehr]] to find out how you can help
 
* Video security system
 
** Provides remote video monitoring of the makerspace
 
** Contact [[User:Kip Landwehr|Kip Landwehr]] to find out how you can help
 
 
 
= Long-term volunteer positions =
 
Besides our board of directors and Area Leads, we rely on some volunteer positions that require a little longevity. These positions are listed below, and although some of them are filled, the people performing those tasks can still use your help!
 
 
 
== Chief security officer ==
 
* Filled by: [[User:Matthew Pogue|Matthew Pogue]]
 
* Reports to: Makerspace Director
 
* Head of the [[Security Team]]
 
* Enroll NFC keys for new members and train them on the security system
 
* Assign locker keys
 
* Respond to alarms
 
 
 
== Security Officers ==
 
=== Current officers ===
 
:- [[User:David Springs|David Springs]] [2016]
 
:- [[User:Catherine Barba|Catherine Barba]] [2016]
 
:- [[User:Audrey Barba|Audrey Barba]] [2016]
 
:- [[User:Mark Satoria|Mark Satoria]] [2016]
 
:- [[User:Mike Barushok|Mike Barushok]] [2017]
 
* Security Officers report to the Chief Security Officer
 
 
 
=== Position requirements ===
 
* Must be an active member of MakeICT for 6 Months.
 
* Must not have any outstanding problems with MakeICT or any of its programs.
 
* Must be willing to be present at the space for a minimum of 3 hours a week and willing to donate time with helping new members receive keys.
 
* Be present at a minimum of 2 public events a month (Maker Mondays count) to register keys and watch the space.
 
* Be accepted by an affirmative vote during a public board meeting.
 
* We are looking for new security officers. If you are interested in helping the space in this manor, contact [mailto:mpogue@makeict.org Matthew Pogue]
 
 
 
== Safety Sultan ==
 
* Filled by: [[User:Mike Barushok|Mike Barushok]]
 
* Reports to Makerspace Director
 
* Manage and provide oversight of safety policies, procedures, and practices for MakeICT. Responsibilities include:
 
** Defining safe practices for all equipment/machinery at the MakeICT Makerspace
 
** Ensuring that safety-related materials are available, maintained, and convenient. Including (but not limited to):
 
*** Machine information
 
*** Safety glasses
 
*** MSDS
 
*** Fire extinguishers
 
*** First aid kit
 
*** Ensure proper safety practices are being followed at all MakeICT events (workshops, classes, conventions, etc)
 
*** Serve as the point of contact for safety-related inquiries
 
** Define exit routes and make signs for same
 
** Maintain exit lights and emergency lights and manage their locations
 
** Define, and where appropriate, mark, and enforce egress paths and aisle clearance
 
* Note: Safety@Makeict.org currently goes to Kip and Jeremiah and David
 
 
 
== Volunteer Ombudsperson==
 
* Filled by: [[User:Kez Cook|Kez]]!
 
* Identify, maintain, and recruit for volunteer opportunities within MakeICT
 

Revision as of 19:09, 18 June 2019

MakeICT is run entirely by volunteers. Visit http://makeict.org/volunteer to see our latest opportunities!