Engineering Laboratory Technician

Title: Engineering Laboratory Technician

Number of Positions: 1

Position #: 690110

Type of Appointment: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department: Engineering & Media Technologies

Required Documents Needed to Upload at Time of Application:

· Resume

· Unofficial Transcripts

· Three professional references (See below)

Reference check requirements:

· Non-supervisory roles: three (3) current or former supervisors

· Personal references (friends, co-workers, clergy, customers, relatives) are not considered acceptable references

About Engineering & Media Technologies

Engineering and Media Technologies offers many paths to success—associate’s degrees, certificates, business and industry specializations—in a variety of areas, from electronics and graphic design to sound production and industrial maintenance.

Our programs can prepare students for entrepreneurial pursuits or careers with large manufacturing companies, architectural or design firms, geology or engineering departments, or marketing or the media. Further education through a university transfer program is also an option thanks to our partnerships with other colleges and universities.

About Pellissippi State Community College

Pellissippi State Community College is one of 40 institutions in the Tennessee Board of Regents system. TBR is the governing board of the College System of Tennessee, offering more than 400 programs of study at the state’s 13 community colleges, 27 colleges of applied technology and the online TN eCampus. The college serves an average of 10,000 students, making it the largest community college in Tennessee by enrollment. Pellissippi State Community College offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement programs, time off including annual and sick leave, and much more.

In 2018, Pellissippi State became a member of an Achieve the Dream (ATD) three-year cohort adopting a theme of Start Strong, Stay Strong, Finish Strong for our work. Achieve the Dream has partnered with the program Integrated Student Experience at Pellissippi State (Insteps) to improve the fall-to-fall retention rates for full-time and part-time students by 13% in the next five years. Our vision is to ensure every student who attends Pellissippi State will develop a sense of belonging and confidence in their ability to succeed academically, grow intellectually, and make timely progress towards achieving their educational and vocational goals. If this is something that aligns with your values, we encourage you to apply.

Culture and Diversity

Knoxville claims a wide range of forward thinking national and international talents. The scholarly influence on the Knoxville metropolitan area bred literary greats including James Agee, Cormac McCarthy, and Nikki Giovanni. Knoxville is home to one of the largest sculptures dedicated to an African American in the country. Located in Haley Heritage Square is a 13-foot high bronze statue of author and Pulitzer Prize winner Alex Haley who chose to spend the last several years of his life in Knoxville. Renowned artists Beauford Delaney and Joseph Delaney hailed from Knoxville. Musicians Roy Acuff, Chet Atkins, the Everly Brothers, and RB Morris called Knoxville home during their careers. Women’s suffragist Lactive in the ratification of the 19^thamendment and was born and raised in Knoxville.

The lasting influence of these artists and activists leaves the Knoxville area as a welcoming area to live and work. More about the area and support groups can be found at Visit Knoxville https://www.visitknoxville.com , the Beck Cultural Exchange Center https://www.beckcenter.net , the Knoxville Urban League https://thekaul.org , Knoxville City https://knoxvilletn.gov , Knox County https://knoxcounty.org , My Knox Village http://myknoxvillage.com/business-directory/wpbdp_category/special-needsdisability-services/ , Knox Pride https://knoxpride.com/equality , Centro Hispano de East TN https://www.centrohispanotn.org , and Knoxville chamber https://www.knoxvillechamber.com

BASIC JOB SUMMARY: The overall purpose of this job is to provide technical and laboratory support to the ARCT, CET, IDT programs and ENS courses as well as provide support in summer to other areas in Engineering Technologies if necessary.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

35% Setup, assist, develop, and instruct laboratory sessions (with possible flexing of schedule to include evening classes and labs). Assist faculty and students in the use of laboratory equipment and software.

15% Operate, maintain and repair a variety of laboratory equipment in the areas of CET (Civil Engineering Technology) and ENS (Engineering Science).

15% Order and maintain an inventory of equipment, supplies, and software. Maintain site/lab licenses for ARCT, CET, ENS and IDT software. Dispose of obsolete equipment, software and hazardous waste generated in laboratories. Track budget expenditures and process paperwork.

10% Work with information services to set-up, operate, and maintain PC’s and related equipment. Instruct faculty and students in the use of equipment and software. Monitor the open computer laboratory and provide assistance to students.

10% Work with faculty, other technicians and other College personnel in the summer to offer specialty offerings such as workshops and camps.

5% Supervise work study and other student workers as necessary

10% Other duties as assigned. Assist in preparation of lecture materials (powerpoint slides, graphics and photocopies). Assist in preparation and update of web based courses and course materials. Conduct lab tours and demos.

Note:

All employees are expected to engage in strategic institutional efforts related to diversity, equity, and inclusion of marginalized students. T

he College reserves the right to change or reassign job duties, or combine positions at any time.

KEY RESULT AREAS: Order supplies, equipment and materials in time for use by faculty/students in the courses that require them. Maintain timely setup and/or equipment preparation for class and laboratory sessions. Ensure that necessary software is requested for load and that program specific licensing is current for each semester.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

· Associate of Applied Science in Civil Engineering Technology, Engineering Technology or related field from an accredited institution.

· Minimum of 5 years' of related work experience.

Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% credit of full-time work experience.

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

· Prioritize tasks and work independently

· Read and understand technical documentation: ASTM procedures, instrument/sensor/ software manuals.

· Prepare/edit detailed laboratory procedures/instructions, schedules, project descriptions, purchase requirements/justifications

· Be proactive to the requirements of job

· Follow directions as provided

· Communicate effectively (written and verbal)

· Operate, calibrate, maintain and repair a variety of laboratory equipment in the areas of responsibility

· Order needed materials which will require communication with vendors

· Supervise student workers

· Assist faculty in both lab and lecture

· Maintain timely setup and/or equipment preparation for class and laboratory sessions

· Ensure that necessary software is requested for load and that program specific licensing is current for each semester.

· Effectively and efficiently set-up and use equipment in areas of responsibility

· Troubleshoot issues that arise and effectively solve problems

· Work with faculty and students in a collaborative manner

· Adhere to safety requirements and College policies

· Safely dispose of supplies and materials used within areas of responsibility

OTHER SKILLS:

· Attention to detail

· Organized

· Possess analytical and technical skills to carry out the responsibilities of the position

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY: The position requires a considerable amount of analytical and technical skills to carry out the responsibilities. Institution policies and procedures are available for purchasing, disposal of equipment and software etc. but often require additional information/interpretation for the particular situation. Occasionally industry/professional (ASTM, ASME, TDOT etc.) standards are helpful in the set-up and use of equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Usually about half the workday is spent in an office in front of a computer. Lab setups require walking between classrooms and storage areas often carrying equipment. Lab setups also require moving tables, chairs and bulky equipment such as concrete mixers. Five gallon pails of aggregates and soil (50-60 lb) must be obtained and stored. Some outdoor work is also required to support land surveying courses. Teaching a lab also involves standing and walking.

Note: The College reserves the right to change or reassign job duties, or combine positions at any time.

Pay Rate: $37,280 - $45,800/per year. Pay will be determined based on related work experience above required. To be considered in determining pay, all related work experience must be listed on the application.

Special Instructions to Applicants: To be considered for a position at Pellissippi State, you must create an on-line application. Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated using only what is recorded on your application. Work experience that is not listed on the application will not be considered towards compensation. Please note: attaching a resume does not substitute for completion of the application form. Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% of full-time experience. Please note: to scan, upload, or attach documents, a computer and scanner are available at the Hardin Valley Campus Educational Resources Center, if needed.

Pellissippi State Community College is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA employer

If you have any problems or questions please contact Human Resources at Pellissippi State Community College’s Human Resource Office at 865-694-6607 or by email at recruiting@pstcc.edu .

A summary of our benefits can be found at http://www.pstcc.edu/hr/benefits

If you are interested in this position, click on the link to the left to apply.

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