Lab Technician - Part Time

Harmonic; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

Harmonic in San Jose, CA seeks a part-time Computer Equipment Room Technician to support the LIFT lab. You will report to the Lab Manager and help prepare, test, and inventory lab equipment, collaborating with remote and onsite engineers on configurations and troubleshooting.

The role emphasizes following procedures, handling equipment safely, and adapting to multiple tasks across CATV, fiber, and optical configurations in a lab setting.

Qualifications

• Follow protocols and procedures accurately.
• Lift up to 35 lbs with assistance.
• Work on feet, bend and climb ladders.
• Basic computer equipment knowledge; Ubuntu and CLI exposure.
• Follow lab safety protocols.
• Adapt to multiple projects and tasks.
• Experience in CATV cable modem operations.
• Experience in 19” 45 RU rack mounting.
• Experience in optical configurations.

Responsibilities

• Assist LIFT Lab team on equipment staging.
• Improve lab environment: coax cables, fiber optics, Cat6 wiring.
• Prepare equipment for shipping.
• Assist in equipment inventory and accounting.
• Collaborate with remote team on testing and configuration.
• Collaborate with onsite engineer on troubleshooting.

Skills

Protocol following

Physical stamina

Lab safety procedures

Ubuntu/CLI familiarity

Flexibility

CATV modem operations

Racking 19" 45 RU

Optical configurations

Job description

Role Description

We are seeking a computer equipment room technician to help with various tasks in the Harmonic San Jose LIFT computer lab. This is a part‑time position. You will report to the Lab Manager.

Location

This position will be based in San Jose, CA.

What You Will Be Doing

• Assist LIFT Lab team on equipment staging.
• Assist in improving the lab environment such as coax cables, fiber optics, Cat 6 wiring.
• Prepare equipment for shipping.
• Assist in equipment inventory and accounting.
• Collaborate with remote team on equipment testing and configuration.
• Collaborate with LIFT onsite engineer on troubleshooting issues.

What You Should Have

• Ability to follow protocols and procedures accurately.
• Able to lift up to 35 lbs. with assistance of a team member.
• Comfortable working on their feet, bending and climbing up/down 4’ platform ladders.
• Basic computer equipment knowledge, with exposure to platforms such as Ubuntu and CLI access.
• Able to follow computer lab safety protocols and procedures.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work on multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.
• Experience in CATV cable modem operations.
• Experience in racking equipment in 19” 45 RU racks.
• Experience in optical configurations.

Pay & Benefits

Estimated base salary range is between $20–$22 per hour. The actual base salary will vary based on various factors, including market, location, and individual qualifications objectively assessed during the interview process.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Harmonic is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of gender, race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, religion, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, veteran status, or marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.