Electronics Technician

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 50,544 - 56,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Generous time off

Professional training opportunities

Health care and dental plans

Retirement plans with employer contribution

Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunity

Job summary

The University of Minnesota is seeking a skilled technician for lab equipment repair and maintenance. This role focuses on the calibration of various devices such as pipettes and centrifuges, ensuring all equipment operates efficiently and effectively.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma combined with relevant trade training and can expect competitive pay as well as extensive benefits including health care plans and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• High school graduation with two years of recent trade school or military training in electronics.
• Proficient experience with pipettes, centrifuges, CO₂ incubators, and related equipment.
• Some positions may require state licensure under MN Statute.

Responsibilities

• Repair laboratory equipment in the field or shop.
• Calibrate equipment and perform preventive maintenance.
• Document service inquiries and prepare price quotes.

Skills

Repair of equipment

Calibration skills

Technical assistance

Education

High school graduation

Trade school or military training in electronics

Tools

Lab equipment repair

Calibration equipment

Job description

About the Job

The technician will assume the lead responsibility for repair, maintenance and calibration of laboratory and research equipment.

• 35% Repair of equipment: repair equipment in the field or shop (shakers, balances, pipettes, CO₂ incubators, centrifuges, ovens, PCR machines, hot plates, stirrers, mixers, etc.). The technician will contact vendors for technical assistance and instruct end users on proper use.
• 50% Calibration and preventive maintenance: calibrate equipment (shakers, balances, pipettes, CO₂ incubators, centrifuges, ovens, shaking incubators, PCR machines, etc.) in the field or shop.
• 10% Documentation: reply to service inquiries, prepare price quotes, enter service calls and calibrations into the appropriate databases.
• 5% Customer interface: promote the shop services to laboratories on all campuses.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: High school graduation and two years of recent trade school or military training in electronics, or equivalent combinations of experience and education. Some positions may require state licensure under MN Statute 326B.33 Subd. 7 (Power Limited Technician).

Preferred Qualifications: Proficient experience serving one to two of the following equipment: pipettes, centrifuges, CO₂ incubators, shaking incubators, PCR machines, balances.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $50,544 to $56,950.40; depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Time Appointment: 75%-100% appointment.

Position Type: Civil‑Service & Non‑Faculty Labor Represented Staff.

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree‑seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low‑cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer‑paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered, click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application and attach a resume. Additional documents may be uploaded after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail [e-mail] or call (612) 624‑8647.

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

Diversity

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.