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Electronic Technician III

Electronic Technician III

CompanyBrigham Young University – Provo
LocationProvo, UT, USA
Salary$30.5 – $39.75
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s, Associate’s
Experience LevelMid Level, Senior

Requirements

  • Associate’s degree in Electronic/Electrical Technologies, Engineering, or Computer Science with a hardware emphasis and 5 years of experience repairing electronic instruments; OR 10 years of hands-on experience in the electronic instrumentation service field
  • Strong troubleshooting skills
  • Basic computer proficiency

Responsibilities

  • Perform hands-on repair and maintenance of lab instruments and scientific equipment used in teaching and research.
  • Specialize in maintaining biosafety cabinets (BSLs 1–2), including on-campus repairs and containment assurance for biological hazards.
  • Service additional equipment such as vacuum pumps, centrifuges, incubators, microscopes, balances, spectrophotometers, gas chromatography systems, digesters, and hot plates.
  • Respond to work orders and ensure accurate documentation of parts and repairs.
  • Maintain lab safety standards and ensure compliance with equipment-specific protocols.
  • Train and mentor student employees, including those running the front desk and operating fabrication equipment.
  • Support engineering students, research assistants, and fabricators through hands-on guidance and equipment training.
  • Work closely with shop manager to support discipline and project direction in student-led initiatives.
  • Assist with machine shop oversight, including support of expert machining projects.
  • Consult with faculty and students on new equipment design or modifications to support research needs.
  • Design and construct digital and analog circuitry as needed.
  • Provide support for computer interfacing using software such as LabVIEW.
  • Attend BSC certification training (e.g., Houston-based course) to enable in-house training and servicing of biological safety cabinets across campus.
  • Use technical expertise to support lab personnel in understanding proper use and maintenance of critical research instruments.
  • Lead campus-wide training efforts as needed in safety and equipment use.
  • Submit and track work orders, ensure timely follow-through, and update system entries with parts used.
  • Perform purchasing duties and submit expense reports for equipment and repair needs.
  • Follow university and room-specific safety protocols.
  • Support the greenhouse, animal facilities, and various campus buildings with repair needs that fall outside standard facilities management responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electronic/Electrical Engineering or a related field
  • 5+ years of experience repairing scientific lab instruments and interfacing with computer systems
  • Experience in chemistry and life science instrumentation
  • Skilled in using electronic test tools: VOMs, oscilloscopes, power supplies
  • Knowledge of NEC and industrial safety codes
  • Familiarity with lab instruments: spectrophotometers, gas/liquid chromatography, mass specs, microscopes