Precision Lab Instrument Technician

North Carolina State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 56,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Programs

Disability Plans

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs

12 Holidays Each Year

Tuition and Academic Assistance

Childcare benefits

Job summary

North Carolina State University in Raleigh, NC is seeking a Specialty Trades Technician to design, repair, and maintain precision instruments and equipment in the Physics and Astronomy department. You will collaborate with scientists and engineers to develop specialized apparatus, and operate metalworking and woodworking machinery with reading blueprints and following safety plans.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and two years of related experience, plus a valid driver’s

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and two years of related experience.
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, and manuals.
• Valid driver’s license required; NC license must be obtained within 60 days of start date.
• Ability to operate metalworking and woodworking machinery and use basic hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Design, craft, assemble, repair, and maintain precision instruments and equipment.
• Inspect, disassemble, repair, and fine‑tune damaged components; collaborate with scientists, engineers, faculty and staff to develop apparatus.
• Operate standard metalworking and woodworking machinery and use related tools; follow safety plans.

Skills

Two years of experience

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Customer service skills

Coordination and prioritization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC Haas lathes

SolidWorks/Fusion 360

Lathes

Milling machines

Surface grinders

TIG/MIG welding equipment

ProtoTrak milling

Job description

North Carolina State University in Raleigh, NC is seeking a Specialty Trades Technician to design, repair, and maintain precision instruments and equipment in the Physics and Astronomy department. You will collaborate with scientists and engineers to develop specialized apparatus, and operate metalworking and woodworking machinery with reading blueprints and following safety plans.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and two years of related experience, plus a valid driver’s