TES Biosystems Technician

TES Biosystems Technician

Company: Auburn University

Job Location: Auburn University, 36849-5207

Category: Laboratory and Research

Type: Full-Time

Salary Range: USD $25.00/Hr. - USD $30.00/Hr.

Locations: Auburn University, Alabama

Job Type: Temporary

Department: Biosystems Engineering

Associated Division: College of Agriculture

Req ID: 8326

Overview

The Department of Biosystems Engineering at Auburn University is seeking candidates for a TES Biosystems Technician position. The selected candidate will provide technical assistance with ongoing projects. Examples include but are not limited to, providing electrical and electronic support and performing maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment.

Temporary Employment Services (TES), a unit of the Auburn University Department of Human Resources, is an in-house support center established to meet the temporary employment needs of the university. TES provides qualified and dedicated temporary employees in a wide variety of occupations to meet the staffing needs throughout the campus. Temporary employees are hired for a variety of reasons with the most common being:

• Assistance in the place of a regular employee who is absent for a specified period of time
• Additional assistance during periods of abnormal or peak workloads
• Assistance with special projects
• Seasonal work
• Emergencies

If you are looking for an employment opportunity, TES is a great way to showcase your professional skills and assist Auburn University while gaining valuable work experience within higher education.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical and electronic support
• Perform electrical and mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment
• Assist with installation and fabrication of equipment
• Assist with preparing specification and parts lists, and procure parts and supplies for fabrication shop
• Oversees the cleanliness and presentability of Biosystems Engineering laboratories
• Assist with managing Biosystems Engineering vehicle fleet
• Perform other duties as assigned by the department head

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and four years of experience in a technical or scientific field.

Substitution allowed for Experience: When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's degree from an accredited institution in a technical or scientific field.
• Two years of experience in fabrication, equipment troubleshooting, and electrical systems.
• Valid driver's license.
• Demonstrated ability to use and operate machining shop equipment/tools such as lathes, milling machines, and welders.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Must meet eligibility requirements for work in the United States by the start date and continue working legally during the term of employment.

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We're Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

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