Technician, Senior - Engineering & Physical Sciences Deans Office
About The Position
Provide technical support and safety supervision for laboratories in the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences. Manage, supervise, coordinate, and evaluate laboratory operations, including the design, fabrication, maintenance, repair, and operation of instruments used for educational and research purposes. The position supports faculty and students with laboratory safety, equipment operation, and data acquisition; maintains laboratory equipment and safety documentation; and determines and procures equipment, materials, supplies, and tools to meet departmental technical and research needs. The role is campus-based and may include travel to remote research sites.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Five years of work-related experience in the construction, repair, and maintenance of mechanical or electronic equipment.
- Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record compliant with the University’s Driving for University Business requirements.
- Applicants must include average hours worked per week for all current and previous positions.
Nice To Haves
- Excellent customer service experience.
- Demonstrated experience building, troubleshooting, and repairing laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
- Understanding of basic schematics and drawings.
- Demonstrated experience with laboratory safety and support.
- Strong attention to organization and detail.
- Experience using MS Office.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Design, analyze, build, test, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain special-purpose research fixtures, mechanical and electrical equipment, systems, and instrumentation.
- Perform advanced calibration of equipment and instruments and monitor performance to ensure they are in proper working condition.
- Train faculty and students on laboratory safety, equipment operation, and data acquisition.
- Maintain laboratories in a safe and orderly manner and ensure laboratory materials are properly handled and stored.
- Develop and update laboratory safety procedures; maintain records of hazardous materials and MSDS.
- Design and implement data acquisition software for teaching and research uses.
- Develop and maintain research equipment operation, safety, and maintenance manuals; archive calibration records.
- Determine, recommend, and procure equipment, instruments, materials, supplies, and tools required to meet departmental technical and research needs.
- Travel to remote research sites to support research activities.
- Serve on college and university committees as appropriate.
Benefits
- Retirement contributions exceeding 19% in total, including the employee contribution.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions and four deductible options.
- Vacation leave, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
- Tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents.
- Wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
