Scientific Equipment Repair Technician - Equipment Repair

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Scientific Equipment Repair Technician (SERT)

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.

Reports to:

Director, School of the Sciences

Supervises:
May supervise Student Assistants

• 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.

Performs other duties as requested.

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

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

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 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, and staff.
• Knowledge of and ability to operate an oscilloscope, audio HF generator, digital and analog 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 desoldering equipment, hammer, screwdriver, wrenches, pliers and general mechanical tools.
• Ability to work in conditions including cold areas, heat, outdoors and indoors, and around mechanical, electrical, explosive, radiation, fumes/odors, dust/mites, chemical and toxic waste hazards.
• Ability to use a personal computer and other office equipment, including related university software and email.

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…