Scientific Instr Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Scientific Instrument Technician

Employee Classification: Scientific Instr Technician

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Engineering

Department: UNT-Mechanical Engineering-130340

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Compensation is competitive and commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and discipline, in accordance with university guidelines and available funding.

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

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Department Summary

The Department of Mechanical Engineering prepares students for a career in the ever-growing fields of construction engineering, energy, and engineering management. Undergraduates who choose to pursue a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering will combine fundamentals of mechanical engineering with broad specialization on subjects related to construction, energy, and engineering management. For graduate students, our programs will offer opportunities to learn fundamental and applied knowledge compatible with all areas of mechanical, construction, and energy engineering.

Position Overview

Performs maintenance and construction of complex electronic, electromechanical and mechanical equipment for use in laboratory instruction. Installs, repairs and troubleshoots equipment and mechanical apparatus in laboratory and classroom facilities. Maintains computing equipment in classroom and lab facilities for instructional purposes.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's degree in related field and three years of related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Working knowledge of related tools, equipment, materials, and other devices. Ability to read and interpret complex drawings, charts and designs. Ability to work from ideas and to draw own sketches and designs. Ability to make varied mathematical computations involved in designing and constructing apparatus and equipment. Skill in the care and use of tools and equipment. Ability to design, troubleshoot and maintain complex equipment. Ability to operate standard tools and equipment. Knowledge of appropriate safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working within a machine shop environment or proficient with hand/power tools.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties

• Manages computing needs for the department.
• Manages inventory of equipment for the department. 
• Determine supplies and equipment that are needed for all labs. 
• Purchasing Lab materials 
• Manages space allocations for the department 
• Manage part time employees 
• Projects future needs of department and equipment. 
• Uses work time efficiently 
• Follows University Department guidelines policies.
• Maintains all departmental laboratories 
• Maintains and ensures safety of all laboratories and the equipment within. 
• Operator of all laboratories equipment.
• Oversees all maintenance and repairs 

Physical Requirements

Communicating with others to exchange information.
Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like.
Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds.
Lifting and Moving objects up to 50 pounds.
Lifting and moving objects up to 100 pounds or more.
Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
Moving self in various positions to perform tasks in tight and confined spaces.
Operating machinery and/or power tools.
Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

Environmental Hazards
No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Elevated temperatures.
Exposure to fumes or airborne particles.
Exposure to moving mechanical parts or vibration.
Low temperatures.
Noisy environments.
Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
Small and/or enclosed spaces.
Work with toxic or caustic chemicals.

Work Schedule

Varies

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.