General Statement of Duties and Responsibilities: The individual supports the Engineering Technology Department. General tasks including preparation and management of teaching spaces, storage rooms, and laboratories. The individual will maintain the laboratory equipment inventory and coordinate repair or replacement of equipment as necessary. They will assist in the procurement process for the department supplies as well as equipment / machinery. The individual will work closely with Faculty members and other staff.

 Detailed Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Manage the day-to-day operations of the Engineering Technology laboratories.
2. Maintain an equipment inventory with an annual maintenance schedule. Conduct on-going equipment operability checks throughout the academic year and arrange for appropriate outside service vendors when needed
3. Assist in the placement of inventory orders and monitor pending/complete orders with vendors.
4. Maintain the cleanliness and safety of laboratories, prep, and storage areas according to established standards and procedures;
5. Prepare laboratory exercises according to Faculty member instructions including the ordering of supplies and preparation of materials.
6. Follow campus safety protocols. Obtain Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) from Environmental Health and Safety Officer (EHSO) upon request. 
7. Develop and maintain an efficient and accurate equipment check-out procedure for students
8. Maintain master copies of all equipment manuals
9. Maintain inventory of consumable supplies for laboratories and classes including laboratory printers and plotters.
10. Pick up supplies at local stores when needed.
11. Assist and monitor the work of assigned personal and/or student assistants

     Inventory 

1. Maintain equipment, tools, and materials inventory of department laboratories and classrooms.  Maintains the consumable supplies inventory within the Engineering Technology Department, tracking of materials, and removal after disposal. The Inventory Database is to be reviewed on a regular basis by the technician as well as the concerned faculty. Changes in inventory are reported to the department chair and concerned authority for purpose of database update.

     Equipment

1. Repair, maintain, and calibrate laboratory equipment or arrange for repair by outside venders;
2. Prepare quotes for new equipment and service on equipment;
3. Supervise equipment repairs;

       Monitors Health and Safety Equipment in all Engineering Technology Laboratories 

1. Follow procedures and guidelines of the Engineering Technology department and Fitchburg State University standard operating procedures for laboratory safety; 
2. Report any suspected unsafe working conditions, faulty emergency safety equipment to the department chair and concerned authority; 
3. Report safety incidents to the concerned authority; 

Waste Disposal 

1. Collect and dispose of discarded materials or “no longer in use” materials wastes according to established standards and procedures

Special Duties

1. Hire and supervise work students for the Department of Engineering Technology 
2. Instruct the work-study students on laboratory safety and supplies them with the necessary personal protective equipment.
3. Carry out university and department-specific developed laboratory operation protocols
4. Ensure the department classrooms and laboratory support equipment and tools are functional
5. Maintain a current library of equipment, software and supply catalogs; maintains archive of all software
6. Responsibility includes, but are not limited to, interaction with faculty and students as well as supporting new initiatives and technology improvement to existing laboratory equipment

Qualifications Required at Hire:

• Associate degree in an engineering, industrial, technology, or other relevant equivalent areas (Bachelor’s degree is preferred) 
• Knowledge of Electronics, Microcomputers, CAD/CAM/CNC and familiar with Apple and PC computers, commonly used operating systems (Windows, MacOS, Linux), software and peripherals is preferred.
• Knowledge of Engineering and Industrial Technology related laboratory equipment, computer aided design software, additive technology (3D printing), joining techniques, toolpath generation from CAD programs and G Code, and surveying is preferred.
• Ability to perform minor mechanical and electronics repairs
• Knowledge of calibration and routine maintenance of laboratory equipment is preferred. 
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions. 
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to use computers for word processing, data entry and retrieval. 
• Ability to understand, apply and explain policies, procedures and guidelines governing activities within the assigned department.
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with faculty, staff and students.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to perform above duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

 Qualifications Acquired on Job:

• Competency in operation of Engineering Technology department specific equipment and software
• Potential to obtain certificates on the equipment/instrument safety training
• Knowledge of the rules, regulations, policies, procedures, specifications, standards, and guidelines governing assigned unit activities
• Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of supervision

Minimum Entrance Requirements:

• At least two years of full time or equivalent part time, technical or professional experience in laboratory work although an Associate’s degree may substitute for one year of experience.

 License and/or Certification Requirements:

• Prefer to have certificates on the equipment/instrument safety training