Lab Technician

Engineering, Science, Agriculture

No

Regular

No

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

The Lab Technician supports instructional and research activities in the Industrial Technology Management and Applied Engineering department by maintaining, operating, and supervising laboratory equipment and facilities. This role ensures the safe, efficient, and effective functioning of labs related to manufacturing, automation, materials testing, CAD/CAM, CNC machining, electronics, and other industrial technologies.
Key Responsibilities:
• Prepare lab setups and materials for instructional use.
• Calibrate, maintain, and repair equipment and tools in accordance with safety and operational standards.
• Assist faculty and students in the proper use of lab equipment and software.
• Maintain inventory of lab supplies and coordinate procurement as needed.
• Enforce lab safety policies and ensure compliance with OSHA and institutional guidelines.
• Support faculty in developing and implementing lab experiments or demonstrations.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to equipment, hardware, and software.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field.

Hands-on experience with manufacturing equipment, automation systems, or industrial software.

Familiarity with CAD/CAM, CNC programming, PLCs, and other relevant tools.

Strong problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude.

Excellent communication and organizational abilities.

No Background Check Required

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment.  The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check.  Required checks are identified in the position listing.  A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position.  Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law. 

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

40000 - 45,000

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Sharron Williams
williamssm@uapb.edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

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