Kennesaw State University Looking for Engineering Lab Technician (multiple positions) – EET Full Time

Job ID: 263088

About Us

Are you ready to join a community leading in innovative teaching and learning? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With our growing enrollment and global reach, we are enjoying increased prominence among Georgia¿s colleges. We offer more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to over 43,000 students. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe. Our university¿s vibrant culture, career opportunities, and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. We are searching for talented people to join our mission. Come to KSU and find your passion.

Location

Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Job Summary

Provide hands-on technical services and practical application guidance to students and faculty in an undergraduate engineering research setting. Technician duties depend on the specialized field of study such as Civil, Electrical, Mechanical and/or Robotics Engineering. Support the instructional mission of the College by maintaining the mechanical aspects of the laboratories and specialized equipment in those laboratories.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Maintains and repairs engineering lab equipment and maintains associated records
2. Prepares engineering lab equipment for engineering lab courses and purchases parts and/or components for machines and/or specimens
3. Assists students and faculty with fabrication of components, lab projects, student projects, test specimens and research parts
4. Maintains inventory and contributes to best safety practices ensuring students receive proper training and follow safe practices in accordance with appropriate standards
5. Completes periodic training courses and maintains knowledge and skill with changing technology for fabrication, maintenance and assembly
6. Provides guidance regarding safe equipment operation and implementation of laboratory procedures
7. Provides support to the College with maintenance by fabricating and repairing university equipment
8. Provides support to the College by working 10-30% each week across multiple departments on college related tasks (ex. equipment set up)
9. Procures components and materials needed for fabrication, assembly, and/or repair of laboratory systems
10. Manages an inventory of spare parts and enforce practices of general laboratory organization and cleanliness

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
Associate’s, technical, vocational or related degree and/or certificate from an accredited institution of higher education or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience

Required Experience
None

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications
Certificate in an engineering technology field

Preferred Experience
Previous related industrial experience
Previous experience working with customers and/or in higher education
Two years (2) of related work experience

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

KNOWLEDGE
Extensive knowledge of appropriate safety standards
Knowledge of basic programming and equipment related to assigned area
Knowledge of engineering materials and proper specifications for components

SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the department (ex. Microsoft Office suite, CAD/CAM software)
Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of Kennesaw State University to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, national origin race religion, sexual orientation, or status as a protected Veteran. Kennesaw State University is a participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify) effective October 15, 2007. Participant ID: 61415