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Department: 170601 - Physics and Astronomy
Location: Raleigh, NC
Essential Job Duties:
In this role you will design, craft, assemble, repair, and maintain precision instruments and unique or specialized equipment to ensure accurate and reliable operation for their intended use. Responsibilities include inspecting, disassembling, repairing, and fine-tuning damaged or miscalibrated components to restore full operational precision, as well as collaborating with scientists, engineers, faculty, and staff to develop specialized apparatus that meets technical requirements.
You will also be expected to operate standard metalworking and woodworking machinery, including lathes, milling machines, surface grinders, ProtoTrak milling machines, TIG and MIG welding equipment, and basic hand tools. Knowledge of CNC Haas lathes and SolidWorks/Fusion 360 modeling software is recommended. You must also be able to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and manuals, while maintaining and adhering to the shop's safety plan. lifting of up to 60 pounds occasionally is also a requirement, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Other Work/Responsibilities:
Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the organization and evolving priorities.
Minimum 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.
Required Qualifications:
- Ability to coordinate and prioritize tasks
- Good computer, verbal and written communication skills.
- Analytical skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds occasionally
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ability to coordinate and prioritize tasks
- Good computer, verbal and written communication skills.
- Analytical skills
- Excellent customer service skills
Required license or certification:
- Valid driver's license required.
- Valid NC driver's license must be obtained within 60 days of start date and must be maintained.
Position Number: 00110244
AA/EEO Statement:
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact [contact details available in the full listing] to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [contact details available in the full listing] or [contact details available in the full listing].
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
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