Scientific Instrument Maker II (Salary)

University of Texas; Utah; On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Scientific Instrument Maker II to fabricate, assemble and repair precise instruments for research and teaching. You will operate lathes, milling machines and other precision tools to turn designs into finished devices.

Require high school diploma or GED and 3 years machinist/instrument maker experience, plus proficiency with precision measuring devices. This is a non-exempt, full-time role on UT's UT Main Campus with benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED with three years as a machinist or instrument maker.
• Experience with lathe, milling machines, shaper, planer, drill press, welding equipment, micrometers and other precision measuring devices.

Responsibilities

• Operates lathes and milling machines to create instruments from designs.
• Lays out and plans complicated fabrication processes and implements designs.
• Measure and assemble parts, attach electronic equipment to conform to standards and designs.
• May assist researchers in planning overall design, development, and use.
• Use hand tools to file, chisel, deburr instruments.
• Other related functions as assigned.

Skills

Machining experience

Precision measurement

Outlook

Excel

Access

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Lathe

Milling machines

Shaper

Planer

Drill press

Welding equipment

Micrometers

Job description

Job Posting Title: Scientific Instrument Maker II (Salary) ---- Hiring Department: Department of Physics ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 ---- FLSA Status: Non-Exempt from FLSA ---- Earliest Start Date: Immediately ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue ---- Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS ----

Job Details

The Department of Physics plays a pivotal role in the advancing of knowledge, nurturing the next generation of physicists and making a lasting impact on the world of physics. The College of Natural Sciences at UT Austin, strives to foster a work environment that enables all employees to contribute at the highest possible level to support the mission of the University. What starts here really does change the world. For more information about the College of Natural Sciences, please visit. https://cns.utexas.edu. The university offers an impressive benefits package including:

• Employer paid health insurance (employee premiums covered at 100%; spouse and family premiums at 50%)
• Dental, vision, life and disability insurance options
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Retirement plan
• For more details, please see: Prospective Employee Benefits and My Total Rewards.

Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Job Description Summary

To provide for highly skilled fabrication, assembly and repair of precise and complicated instruments and machines, usually for complex scientific research, engineering, or teaching projects, by the use of milling machines and related machines and tools. Responsible for the use of initiative and independent judgment in constructing instruments to precise standards from start to finish, from rough sketches or general verbal instructions. Lays out and plans complicated fabrication processes and implements designs. May assist student, researcher or supervisor in planning overall design, development and use.

Responsibilities

• Operates lathes and milling machines to create instruments from designs.
• Lays out and plans complicated fabrication processes and implements designs.
• Measure and assemble parts, attach electronic equipment to assure conformity to standards and designs.
• May assist researchers in planning overall design, development, and use.
• Use hand tools to file, chisel, deburr instruments.
• Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED and three years of as a machinist or instrument maker, beyond the apprentice level.
• Experience with the use of lathe, milling machines, shaper, planer, drill press, welding equipment, micrometers, and other precision measuring devices.

Preferred Qualifications

• More than the required qualifications.
• Proficient in operating computers (PC or Mac) including using Outlook, Excel and Access.

Salary Range

$52,000+ depending on qualifications.

Working Conditions

Environmental Demands: Work in typical metal shop environment. Work around electrical and mechanical hazards. Personal protection equipment (furnished). Work around standard office conditions. Work around hazardous materials. May work in extreme temperatures. May work around chemical fumes. Work Shift 4 - 10 hour days is an option. Hours: 6:00am – 4:30pm.

Employment Eligibility

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following: E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.

Company Culture

Start Here, Change the World At The University of Texas at Austin, tradition meets innovation in the heart of a city that frequents lists of the best places to live and work. Named by Forbes as one of America's Best Large Employers for the sixth year in a row in 2025, UT offers both a dynamic work environment and a gateway to vibrant local culture. Whether you're at the forefront of the student experience, conducting world-changing research or supporting the engine that drives Texas’ flagship university, working at UT means making a lasting impact on our city, our state and our world. Our more than 20,000 faculty and staff empower 55,000+ students to challenge ideas, pursue passions and shape their futures. Joining UT, you’ll become part of a community dedicated to making a meaningful impact on campus and throughout the world.

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Contact Information

Comments and Inquiries: Email comments to [e-mail]. For questions or concerns regarding equal opportunity only, contact Equal Opportunity Services. Additional information for applicants can be found on the Human Resources web page: Applying for Employment. For more job information, call the Human Resource Service Center at [phone], or toll-free at [phone]. UT Austin is a Tobacco-free Campus