What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Services Technician position at Texas State University?
Posting Information
Posting Information
Posting Number
2025417
Posting/Functional Title
Laboratory Services Technician
University Pay Plan Title
Laboratory Services Tech
Location
San Marcos
Department
Ingram School of Engineering
Recruitment Type
Open to All
Job Type
Full-Time
Funding Source
Permanent
Monthly Salary
$3,173.42 - $3,646.15
Job Category
Non-Exempt
Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.
- Demonstrated experience working with concrete construction materials, processing, and testing equipment
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with faculty and students
- Proficient using Microsoft Office Word and Excel
- High school graduate or equivalency
- Ability to repetitively lift at least 50lbs on a routine basis
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Ability to perform basic math and statistical operations
- Ability to perform various types of welding processes such as Stick and Mig
- Ability to read and understand schematics, block diagrams, and wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, flowcharts, and service manuals
- Knowledge of wood working practices and use of common wood working equipment
- Prior experience using a variety of basic and advanced tools, including CNC and Material Testing equipment.
- Proficient using common CAD software packages such as SolidWorks and Autodesk
- Comfortable working in a teaching environment
- Familiar with using university software and forms with Texas State or similar software and forms
- Experience working in and maintaining university laboratories, machine shops, metal fabrication, wood shops, and concrete processing and testing equipment.
- Capable of working in hot, dusty, noisy, and hazardous environments.
- BS in Engineering
Job Description
The Ingram School of Engineering is currently hiring a Laboratory Services Technician to support its growing academic and research programs, particularly in Civil Engineering. Among other duties, a Laboratory Service Technician ensures that lab spaces are orderly, equipment functions properly, is stored between uses, and there is an adequate inventory of parts and consumable supplies. In cooperation with faculty, these individuals will also be responsible for specifying, purchasing, installing, calibrating, and maintaining a range of laboratory equipment.
Job Duties
- Assist with the preparation and continued revision of standard laboratory operating procedures
- Assist with the preparation, safe use, and clean-up of the laboratory associated with classroom and research activities
- Repair and maintain equipment as needed
- Order, receive, process, inventory, store, and maintain incoming equipment, supplies, and raw materials.
- Maintain an electronic inventory of all purchases, calibrations, repairs, and licenses for academic equipment.
- Specify, fabricate or purchase, specialized equipment, fixtures, or tools
- Work with other technicians to coordinate use of laboratory facilities
- Other duties as assigned
Additional Information to Applicants
A COVER LETTER, RESUME, AND TWO (2) LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION ARE REQUIRED TO BE ATTACHED WITH YOUR APPLICATION.
Job Open Date
04/18/2025
Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)
05/02/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Normal Work Days
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start
8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End
5:00PM
Posting Notices
You will be required to electronically attach a resume, cover letter and letter of recommendation to your application.
Legal and Required Notices
Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Why work @ Texas State?
- Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
- Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
- Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
- Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
- An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
- Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions
By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, welcoming, and growing universities in the nation.
Salary : $3,173 - $3,646
