Lab Support Specialist, Metallurgical & Materials Eng.

State of Colorado; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado School of Mines seeks a Lab Coordinator Assistant for the Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering. The role reports to the Lab Coordinator III and supports building operations, equipment installation and maintenance, and facility improvements to aid education and research.

The position involves supervising students on fabrication projects, coordinating lab maintenance, and ensuring safe, compliant lab environments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of experience in lab, machine shop, fabrication, facilities maintenance, or related environment.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Support general laboratory improvements and assist with fabrication projects.
• Supervise and instruct students performing fabrication tasks.
• Ensure equipment, materials, and supplies are available for labs and classes.
• Enforce safety rules and environmental regulations.

Skills

Lab safety

Equipment maintenance

Fabrication supervision

Microsoft Office

Electronic work orders

Strong communication

Prioritization

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree or technical certificate (related field)

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Shop tools

Job description

Colorado School of Mines seeks a Lab Coordinator Assistant for the Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering. The role reports to the Lab Coordinator III and supports building operations, equipment installation and maintenance, and facility improvements to aid education and research.

The position involves supervising students on fabrication projects, coordinating lab maintenance, and ensuring safe, compliant lab environments.