Job Title
Civil Engineering Lab Coordinator
Agency
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
Department
College of Engineering - ENGR
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Corpus Christi, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a
Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution
(MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54
foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time
Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly
talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and
graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the
Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of
resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to
collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member
institutions and associated agencies.
TAMU-CC's beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on
Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best
College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern,
attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support
facilities.
PURPOSE
To assist in development, operation, and maintenance of civil
engineering (CEEN) instructional and research laboratories.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Operations: 85%
- Manage and coordinate the CEEN laboratories.
- Ensure that safety rules in laboratory are followed in
accordance with TAMU-CC policies and procedures.
Assist in installation and initial operation of new CEEN
laboratory equipment.
Maintain CEEN laboratory equipment and develop a plan for
upgrading equipment as necessary.
Assist in instruction of students on use of CEEN laboratory
equipment.
Ensure that sufficient supplies are available for use of CEEN
laboratory equipment.
Develop and maintain an operating budget for the CEEN
laboratories that includes regular supplies and maintenance,
equipment repair, and system upgrades.
Assist in construction of models or other materials necessary
for use of CEEN laboratory equipment.
Support: 10%
- Assist in operations of the mechanical engineering shop as
needed.
Other: 5%
- Safely operates university vehicles and machinery.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in applicable STEM field.
- Two (2) years of experience in civil engineering testing labs,
machine shops, or working with testing devices similar to those in
a civil engineering concrete and soil testing lab or related
experience.
- Additional education/experience may be considered as
substitution for the minimum requirements:
- Associate's degree in applicable STEM field and Four (4) years
of experience in civil engineering testing labs, machine shops, or
working with testing devices similar to those in a civil
engineering concrete and soil testing lab or related experience,
OR
- Master's degree in applicable STEM field.
- Basic skills with computers including Microsoft Office Suite
(Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, etc.).
- Maintains valid Driver's License.
- Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical
infrastructure, which may include communications systems, computer
networks and systems, cybersecurity systems, electrical grid,
hazardous waste treatment system or water treatment system.
- Ability to work with shop machines (milling machine, lathe,
etc.)
- Ability to work with instrumented measuring devices.
- Ability to work with large amounts of information and
documentation.
- Skill in working with laboratory equipment.
- Knowledge of safety rules and procedures related to laboratory
equipment.
- Ability to write procedures and instructions for use of
laboratory equipment.
- Skill in working with people at various educational
levels.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Civil Engineering or related
engineering field.
- Three (3) or more years of experience in civil engineering
testing labs, machine shops, or working with testing devices
similar to those in a civil engineering concrete and soil testing
lab or related experience.
- Experience working with a wide range of laboratory testing and
equipment, including
- Hydraulics and hydrology
- Materials testing, particularly concrete
- Problematic soils (e.g. expansive soils) and other geomaterials
such as geosynthetics
- Certifications in concrete and/or asphalt testing
SALARY: Up to $5,000.00 Monthly ($60,000.00 Annual,
Approximately)
NOTE: Employment may be impacted by the Presidential
proclamation issued on September 19, 2025 and the moratorium issued
by Texas Governor Abbott on January 27, 2026.
BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)
From our generous benefits package
and professional development opportunities, to our retirement
programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island
University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.
INSURANCE:
- Medical
- $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university
contribution ($920 value).
- Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:
- Employee and Spouse
- Employee and Children
- Employee and Family coverage
- Dental & Vision
- Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability,
Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account
DUAL CAREER PARTNER
PROGRAM
ON-CAMPUS WELLNESS
OPPORTUNITIES
Work Life
Solutions:
- Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and
Legal Resources
Tuition
Benefits:
- Public Loan Forgiveness
- Book scholarships
- 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year
(other rules may apply).
Retirement:
- Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement
Plan (ORP)
- Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
Time
Off:
- 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.
- 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.
- 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.
- 12-15 paid holidays each year.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a
criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon
the institution's verification of credentials and/or other
information required by the institution's procedures, including the
completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
To apply, visit https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/TAMUCC_External/job/Corpus-Christi-TX/Civil-Engineering-Lab-Coordinator_R-091924-1
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