Development Technician 2 - Nevada Seismological Laboratory

Nevada System of Higher Education • Reno, NV

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About The Position

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at [phone] or [email protected]. For UNR Med professional job postings, please contact the Office of Professional Recruitment at [phone]. Job Description The University of Nevada, Reno is recruiting for a Development Technician 2 for the Nevada Seismological Laboratory. This position does not provide layoff rights and is contingent upon funding. Under the supervision of the Manager, Field Operations and under the mentorship and the general supervision of higher-level Development Technicians the Development Technician 2 would receive training in the procedures that go into building large-scale electronics circuits and power systems that operate the Nevada Seismological Laboratory, Fire Camera and Seismic Networks. Primary responsibilities include the following: maintaining and calibrating remote seismic and fire camera stations; assisting with the repair and adjustment of IP microwave radios, power supplies/solar systems, data recording devices, and various other seismological instruments; performing bench repairs, testing, modifications and adjustment of equipment; assisting with the fabrication of electronic systems and assemblies; and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in electrical or mechanical engineering or related field and one (1) year of experience in the fabrication, maintenance, calibration, repair and modification of a variety of electrical, mechanical and/or computerized equipment and computer systems; OR Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in electronics or related field and two (2) years of experience in the fabrication, maintenance, calibration, repair and modification of a variety of electrical, mechanical and/or computerized equipment and computer systems; OR An equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.
• Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances.
• This position requires driving; a driver’s license is a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• maintaining and calibrating remote seismic and fire camera stations
• assisting with the repair and adjustment of IP microwave radios, power supplies/solar systems, data recording devices, and various other seismological instruments
• performing bench repairs, testing, modifications and adjustment of equipment
• assisting with the fabrication of electronic systems and assemblies
• other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Employees are enrolled in The Public Employees’ Retirement System of Nevada (PERS) upon hire.
• Health insurance options including dental and vision
• Life insurance, generous annual and sick leave
• E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers an annual or semester membership and family membership options.
• Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.
• Staff Employees’ Council (SEC) represents all Classified employees. SEC holds monthly meetings to provide a forum for employees to participate.
• SEC Grants-in-aid for Classified Employees
• The University encourages employees to pursue training and educational opportunities available to them through the Nevada System of Higher Education institutions. Tuition is paid in full when Classified employees enroll in a course that can apply toward the completion of a degree or is job-related.
• Classified Staff Grants-In-Aid Benefit
• Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program
• The University offers this program for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents of Classified employees (working at least 50%). The Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program may be used for undergraduate and graduate state-supported courses.
• Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level