Field Technician — Multi-Hazards & Remote Monitoring

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Oregon's Oregon Hazards Lab (OHAZ) seeks a Pro Tem Multi-Hazards Field Technician to support real-time data collection and field deployments across Oregon. The role involves design, installation, testing, and maintenance of digital monitoring systems for multi-hazard research under supervision.

Based in Eugene, the technician will travel regionally, troubleshoot data issues, and contribute to documentation and analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM or equivalent experience in digital data collection systems.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with field data collection and remote monitoring equipment.
• Knowledge of safety and field procedures.

Responsibilities

• Design, install, test, and maintain digital monitoring systems.
• Monitor instrument performance and troubleshoot data irregularities.
• Travel regionally within Oregon to support field deployments.
• Document procedures and contribute to scientific analysis.

Skills

Autonomous work

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Documentation procedures

Diversity inclusion

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM fields

Job description

The University of Oregon's Oregon Hazards Lab (OHAZ) seeks a Pro Tem Multi-Hazards Field Technician to support real-time data collection and field deployments across Oregon. The role involves design, installation, testing, and maintenance of digital monitoring systems for multi-hazard research under supervision.

Based in Eugene, the technician will travel regionally, troubleshoot data issues, and contribute to documentation and analysis.