Virginia Mountain View

Engineering Technician

Facilities Managememt, Research

Engineering Technician

  • 45002096
  • 907 Floyd Avenue, MCV Main Campus, Virginia, United States, 23284
  • VP Research SML
  • Facilities Managememt
  • Research
  • Full-Time (Salaried)
  • Virginia Commonwealth University
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Advertising Summary: Office of Research & Innovation, Division of Animal Resources invites applicants to apply for an outstanding opportunity to join our team as a Engineering Technician. The Division of Animal Care Facility is seeking individuals who will be responsible for assisting our Equipment Manager with corrective maintenance projects on the Division of Animal Resources’ (DAR) capital equipment with the goal of eventually being able to perform these tasks independently. This is a Monday-Friday position.

Unit: VP Research MBU

Department: Animal Care Facility

Department Summary: Welcome to VCU ... a world unlike any other.

We combine learning, research, creativity, service and discovery with a commitment to excellence. Ranked by U.S. News as one of the 30 “most innovative” public universities in the country, VCU is a premier, urban, public research university home to multiple nationally ranked programs. Here, your success is supported and your career can thrive. VCU offers a generous leave package, career paths for advancement, competitive pay and mission-driven work. We advance a conscientious drive to support a climate where excellence and success for all people are valued and differences are celebrated.

Together, we can be unstoppable!

Office of Research & Innovation, Division of Animal Resources invites applicants to apply for an outstanding opportunity to join our Team as our Engineering Technician.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Assist equipment manager with corrective maintenance projects on the Division of Animal Resources’ (DAR) capital equipment with the goal of eventually being able to perform these tasks independently.Perform routine preventative maintenance on various types of equipment owned by DAR.The equipment includes, but is not limited to ventilation systems, steam autoclaves and wash systems. Skills employed include basic diagnostic and repair of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, steam, plumbing and electronic systems.Manage operations and maintenance of Hydropac pouch machine and processes under guidance of Equipment Manager. This will include all maintenance of machine, ensuring daily and emergency quantities are maintained, and ensuring any water testing protocols are followed. Share responsibility of running Hydropac machine with the deliveries technician. Manage and maintain the warehouse under direction of Equipment Manager. This role will be shared with the deliveries technician who will maintain PPE inventory and equipment manager concentrating on other items stored at the warehouse.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

-Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.

-High school diploma or equivalent

-Prior experience working with mechanical and electrical systems and/or facilities experience

-Knowledge of MS office products

-Ability to follow both oral and written instructions-Ability to use hand tools and electrical multi-meters

-Willingness to work with and around animals in a research environment

-Valid Driver's License and ability to drive VCU owned vehicles

Preferred Qualifications

-Previous experience with steam, pneumatic and chemicals in an industrial setting

-Previous experience with fork lifts, box trucks, pallet jacks

-Strong analytical and troubleshooting experience

-Technical/trade school or training

Salary Range: $50,000-$60,000

Benefits: All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.

FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Hours per Week: 40

Restricted Position: Yes

ORP Eligible: No

Flexible Work Arrangement: Fully Onsite

University Job Title: 17231N - Engineering Technician FM 1

 

Contact Information:
Contact Name: Niki Boyd
Contact Email: tsboyd@vcu.edu

 

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer

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