Scientific Equipment Repair Technician

TITLE 

Scientific Equipment Repair Technician (SERT)

JOB SUMMARY 

Performs skilled electronic repair and maintenance of scientific equipment. Work is performed under general supervision and performance is based upon completion of assignments and results obtained. The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policies & Procedures. 

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

 Reports to: Director, School of the Sciences Supervises: 

 May supervise Student Assistants 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES - May include, but not limited to the following:

•Performs, with a high degree of skill, mechanical and electrical layout, construction, modification, testing, adjustment, calibration, and maintenance of simple and complex electronic equipment for use in scientific research.

•Performs troubleshooting of simple and complex electronic equipment (e.g. sampling oscilloscopes, multi-channel pulse-height analyzers, nanosecond amplifiers, precision feedback electrometers, etc.)•Originates, modifies, assembles, and maintains complex schematic and wiring diagrams.•Repairs and maintains equipment through corrective and maintenance procedures.

•Operates simple machine tools and common electronic instruments and performs skilled soldering.

•Researches sources and orders parts for equipment repair.

•Prepares reports as required.

•Installs new equipment.

•Consults with faculty and staff regarding scientific equipment and computer hardware/software problems.

•Consults with maintenance centers on repairs and maintenance.

•Assists with repairs and calibration of scientific equipment.

•Assists in purchasing parts for scientific equipment.

•Assists principal investigators with obtaining service from outside vendors.

•Assists principal investigators with developing operation and maintenance procedures.

•Observes the repair process when an outside service technician repairs or maintains scientific equipment on campus. The information gained can be used in future maintenance and repair of equipment.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

Performs other duties as requested.

EDUCATION

Associate’s degree in physics, electrical engineering, computer science or equivalent technical training required. Bachelor's degree preferred.

 EXPERIENCE

 Four year experience in performing electronic work in maintenance or constructions of technical or scientific electronic equipment or in troubleshooting and repair of radio/television equipment, computer equipment, or electronic instrumentation. 

REQUIREMENT 

Regular and reliable attendance at the university during regular scheduled days and work hours is an essential function of this position. All employees share the responsibility of maintaining information security and privacy requirements within the university by adhering to Federal and State regulations, and TWU Policies & Procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - The following are essential:

•Knowledge of modern techniques and theories of electronic repair.
•Knowledge of computer hardware helpful.
•Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing.
•Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with students, faculty, andstaff.
•Knowledge of and ability to operate an oscilloscope, audio HF generator, digital andanalog voltmeter, caliper, micrometer, personal computer, calculator, telephone, vacuum,frequency counter, sound level meter and other related diagnostic equipment.
•Ability to use tools including electric drills, sanders and saws, soldering and de-solderingequipment, hammer, screwdriver, wrenches, pliers and general mechanical tools.
•Ability to work in conditions including cold areas, heat, outdoors and indoors, and aroundmechanical, electrical, explosive, radiation, fumes/odors, dust/mites, chemical and toxicwaste hazards.
•Ability to use a personal computer and other office equipment, including relateduniversity software and email.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described in the Essential Duties and below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
The employee may be required to travel. The employee must have the ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

All employees are responsible for maintaining an environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation, harassment, including sexual harassment. Works in conditions including cold areas, heat, outdoors and indoors, and around mechanical, electrical, explosive, radiation, fumes/odors, dust/mites, chemical and toxic waste hazards. The employee handles hazardous chemicals in the laboratory. The employee will be required to wear all appropriate safety equipment, including but not limited to eye protection, gloves, and lab coat.

SAFETY

TWU promotes a safe working environment. Employees are responsible for completing assigned tasks safely and efficiently, and supervisors are responsible for creating and maintaining a safe work environment. Employees must report any unsafe work conditions or practices, as well as any near-miss incidents, to their supervisor and Risk 
Supervisors and employees should ensure that injury/accident reports are submitted to the Office of Human Resources and Risk Management within 24 hours of the incident.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Employee

Texas Woman’s University strives to provide an educational environment that affirms the rights and dignity of each individual, fosters diversity, and encourages a respect for the differences among persons. Discrimination or harassment of any kind is considered inappropriate.

Texas Woman’s University is committed to equal opportunity in employment and education and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, age, veteran’s status, or against qualified disabled persons.

All positions at Texas Woman’s University are deemed security sensitive requiring background checks.

If you are a male between the age of 18 and 25, federal law requires that you must be registered with the U.S. Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions under Selective Service law. Under HB 558, enacted by the 76th Texas State Legislature, if you are currently of the age and gender requiring registration with Selective Service, but knowingly and willfully fail to do so, you are ineligible for employment with an agency in any branch of Texas state government.  For additional information regarding registration or status, you can contact the Selective Service System at 847-688-6888 or www.sss.gov.

Salary: $40,198 Annually