Electronics Technician (BS Level)

Salary: $47,300.00 - $60,200.00 Annually

Location : Normal

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 202300081

Department: Electrical Engineering/Computer Science

Opening Date: 11/02/2023

Description

Summary:

The Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science seeks qualified individuals to fill the position of Staff Technician (BS level) (Grade/Tier TBD).

The potential candidate is expected to deliver quality service to the program faculty, staff, and students, supporting both academic and research activities. The position requires: timely response and professionalism in all faculty and student interactions; setup and maintenance of major equipment upgrades in our cleanroom and characterization labs as required; setup for lab classes and maintenance (including troubleshooting and repair) of instructional equipment; regular setup and integration of new equipment; regular operation, and demonstration of program resources such as robotics, drones, and cybersecurity simulators; and monitoring equipment and supplies to provide recommendations for maintenance, upgrades and replacement issues.

The position is a twelve-month full-time appointment. The anticipated start date is Fall 2023.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

In addition, the technician is expected to, (a) administer routine academic and research lab operations, enforce safety procedures, and manage assets, (b) communicate with vendors to source spare parts for teaching labs and projects, (c) plan and schedule equipment upgrades, configure and documents changes, and install equipment, (d) perform other tasks and duties that may be occasionally required to meet the requirements of the role.

Examples of Duties

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

In addition, the technician is expected to, (a) administer routine academic and research lab operations, enforce safety procedures, and manage assets, (b) communicate with vendors to source spare parts for teaching labs and projects, (c) plan and schedule equipment upgrades, configure and documents changes, and install equipment, (d) perform other tasks and duties that may be occasionally required to meet the requirements of the role.

Typical Qualifications

Minimum Position Requirements (including certifications, licenses, etc.):

Certification in Engineering, Technology, IT, or a closely related field.

Must have at least three-year experience in; maintaining and operating research and electronic equipment, inventory management, and software/hardware troubleshooting.

Proven experience as Lab Technician or similar position operating and maintaining laboratory equipment.

In-depth knowledge of preventative measures, safety, and laboratory best practices

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, short and long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

To learn more details, visit our benefits page at

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Do you have a certification/degree in Engineering, Technology, IT, or a closely related field?

Yes

No

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Do you have five (5) years of experience, with at least three-years' experience in; maintaining and operating research and electronic equipment, inventory management, and software/hardware troubleshooting?

Yes

No

03

Do you have proven experience as Lab Technician or similar position operating and maintaining laboratory equipment?

Yes

No

04

Do you have in-depth knowledge of preventative measures, safety, and laboratory best practices?

Yes

No

Required Question