Lab Mechanic & Field Support Specialist

UC Santa Barbara; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Santa Barbara seeks a maintenance technician responsible for fabrication of instrumentation for teaching and research. The role includes mechanical repair, light vehicle work, wood and metal projects, with some plumbing and electrical tasks.

Responsibilities include field trip coordination, equipment readiness, and managing the storeroom. You will support lab remodels while meeting EH&S requirements and collaborating in a diverse team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with four years of metal shop experience.
• Knowledge of and experience with basic hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of safety gear needed in the application of power tools, hand tools, general construction procedures and procedures associated with the use of various tools.
• Ability to work within timelines and juggle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to communicate both written and verbally.
• Reliable, organized and able to pay attention to detail and prioritize.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to work in a socially and culturally diverse environment.
• Must possess effective computer skills and the ability to prioritize work, and perform a variety of tasks simultaneously under the pressure of deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Organizes and completes projects involving fabrication of instrumentation for both classroom and research; mechanical repair, light vehicle repair, wood working, and occasional metal working.
• Minor plumbing and electrical repair. Repairs and maintains instructional supplies and equipment.
• Coordinates field trips, readying vehicles, equipment and supplies.
• Occasionally provides staff support on field trips, and may be in the field for up to 10 days.
• Manages field equipment storeroom.
• Assures all department facilities meet EH&S requirements.
• Assists in laboratory remodels.

Skills

Metal shop

Hand tools

Power tools

Timelines

Communication

Teamwork

Diversity awareness

Computer skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Machine shop equipment

Job description

UC Santa Barbara seeks a maintenance technician responsible for fabrication of instrumentation for teaching and research. The role includes mechanical repair, light vehicle work, wood and metal projects, with some plumbing and electrical tasks.

Responsibilities include field trip coordination, equipment readiness, and managing the storeroom. You will support lab remodels while meeting EH&S requirements and collaborating in a diverse team environment.