- The primary purpose of this position is to support in design, construction, and repair of precision instruments and apparatuses used in scientific research for labs as needed, by fabrication and assembling component parts.
- This person must have be able to interpret design specs and manuals.
- Assist in testing such equipment under teaching and research functions by ensuring that shop equipment is in working order.
- Maintaining and adhering to the Machine Shop safety plans.
- Ability to dismantle and repair research instruments and machine shop equipment.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Ability to coordinate and prioritize tasks.
- Experience in the operation of welding equipment/techniques-preferred.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Analytical skills.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds occasionally.
- Valid driver's license.
- Valid NC driver's license must be obtained within 60 days of start date and must be maintained.
Specialty Trades Technician - Raleigh, NC, United States - North Carolina State University
Description
The Physics Department provides (1) High-quality Physics instruction to the University community through courses in introductory physics; (2) educational opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students in physics through high-quality curricula, faculty, and research facilities; (3) outreach programs that advance scientific knowledge.
Our research programs cover a diverse spectrum, including astrophysics, general relativity, condensed matter theory and experiment, computational physics, biophysics, nanoscale science, physics education, experimental nuclear physics, particle and nuclear theory, experimental optics, and experimental atomic and molecular physics.
The department enrolls approximately 120 graduate students and 140 undergrad physics majors. The department size is approximately 56 faculty members. Please visit our Sciences Strategic Plan and Sciences Culture Charter for additional information about the College of Sciences.
NC State promotes an integrated approach to problem-solving that transforms lives and provides leadership for social, economic, and technological development across North Carolina and around the world.
NC State's land grant mission of teaching, research, and service is dedicated to the service of North Carolina and its people.
Applicants are encouraged to review the institution's mission, vision, and strategic plan, and consider how their background, interest, and experience would enable them to support the university.
Essential Job DutiesMinimum Experience/Education
High school diploma or equivalency and two years of experience related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
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Required License or Certification