What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Technician position at Drury University?
Job Summary: Manage rapid prototyping lab, machine shop, and wood shop. Train students in safe operation of all tools. (Develop safety training and exam.) Supervise students in the workshop to ensure safety. Maintain equipment in safe running condition. Troubleshoot equipment issues as needed. Identify and arrange to purchase tooling and supplies as needed. Perform other jobs as directed by the department head to assist with maintaining all laboratories in the Engineering department.
Duties/Responsibilities:
This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties or responsibility requirements. Employees may be required to perform other job-related instructions as requested by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
- Manage rapid prototyping labs, machine shops, and wood shops.
- Train students in safe operation of all tools. (Develop safety training and exam).
- Supervise students in the workshop to ensure safety.
- Maintain equipment in safe running condition.
- Troubleshoot equipment issues as needed.
- Identify and arrange to purchase tooling and supplies as needed.
- Perform other jobs as directed by the department head to assist with maintaining all laboratories in the Engineering department.
Required Skills/Abilities:
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum knowledge, skills, and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Experience with the safe operation of common manual machine tools (lathe, mill, drill press, bandsaw, etc.) and woodworking tools (miter saw, drill press, bandsaw, etc.).
- Experience with 3D printing and laser cutting preferred, experience with waterjet machines preferred.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills required in order to maintain positive working relationships with a diverse group of students, faculty, and staff.
- Ability to:
- Use a computer for basic office functions: employ email for timely communications; create simple documents with Microsoft Word.
- Work effectively and appropriately with students in an educational setting.
- Assist in training students for shop operations in a safe and proper way.
- Work on or oversee a variety of tasks simultaneously and to consistently meet deadlines.
- Handle stressful situations in a calm, orderly and professional manner.
- Monitor equipment for necessary maintenance (repairs and replacement).
- Monitor material supply and recommend material acquisition to Engineering Department Chair.
- Maintain a standard first aid card, C.P.R. certification, and first aid kit including required supplies.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Occasionally assists in the supervision of student employees in the Engineering programs. Carries out these supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include appraising performance, addressing complaints, and resolving problems.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must frequently lift and/or move equipment and materials weighing up to 40 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to vibrations. The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
WORKING AT DU HAS ITS BENEFITS:
- Free tuition for your whole family
- Free tickets to Drury home sporting events
- Free use of onsite fitness center on Springfield campus
- Discounted meals and Drury merchandise on campus