Machining Lab Technician: Equipment & Safety Support

Dr. Robert K. Jabs School of Business; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mechanical Lab Technician I supports the College of Engineering by assisting faculty, staff, and students with projects and maintaining laboratory equipment through training, oversight, and routine maintenance. This role ensures a safe, organized environment across the Lab facilities in Riverside.

Responsibilities include guiding safe use of equipment, maintaining safety policies, and assisting with instrument setup, calibration, and instructional activities for students and staff.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate’s degree or equivalent with 6–12 months of related lab experience.
• Experience operating mechanical lab equipment and safety protocols is essential.
• Ability to organize materials, maintain inventories, and support instructional activities.

Responsibilities

• Guide faculty, staff, and students on safe use of lab equipment.
• Maintain safe, clean, and organized lab environments.
• Assist with setup and execution of instructional projects.
• Procure and organize materials for coursework and projects.
• Ensure proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials.

Skills

Lab safety

Equipment operation

Data collection

Recordkeeping

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Associate’s degree

Tools

Machinery

Robotics systems

Laboratory software

Job description

The Mechanical Lab Technician I supports the College of Engineering by assisting faculty, staff, and students with projects and maintaining laboratory equipment through training, oversight, and routine maintenance. This role ensures a safe, organized environment across the Lab facilities in Riverside.

Responsibilities include guiding safe use of equipment, maintaining safety policies, and assisting with instrument setup, calibration, and instructional activities for students and staff.