Electronics Technician II

Job Title

Electronics Technician II

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Cyclotron Institute

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who We Are

The Texas A&M University Cyclotron Institute, a Department of Energy University Facility, is jointly supported by DOE and the State of Texas and is a major technical and educational resource for the state and the nation. At the Institute, we focus on conducting basic research, educating students in accelerator-based science and technology, and providing technical capabilities for a wide variety of applications in space science, materials science, analytical procedures and nuclear medicine. Approximately 100 Institute members - scientists, engineers, technicians, support staff, graduate students and undergraduate students - are involved in these programs. For more information, please visit our website: https://cyclotron.tamu.edu/

What We Want

The Electronics Technician II will be responsible for installing, operating and repairing a variety of electronic equipment used for research, instructional, or plant operation activities. If the description sounds exciting to you, we invite you to apply to be considered for this opportunity to join our team.

What You Need to Know

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected candidate's education and experience.

Required Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or any equivalent combination of education and experience

• Four years of related experience as an electronics technician

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of test equipment, spectrum analyzers, digital voltmeters, oscilloscopes, radio test equipment, meters, signal generators, amp meters, voltmeters, and other digital instruments

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Associates Degree/vocational school

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to operate forklift, overhead crane ad operate and repair electrical switch gear

• Ability to repair power supply

Responsibilities:

• Electronic Circuitry Repair: Troubleshoots and repairs electronic circuits using necessary equipment.

• Mechanical and Electrical Equipment Repair: Repairs mechanical and electrical equipment as required.

• Preventative Maintenance: Performs preventative maintenance and instructs students on the accurate use of equipment.

• Design and Fabricate: Helps design and fabricate electronic equipment.

• Documents Repair and Design: Document, repair and design electronics systems using AutoCAD and/or pCad as required.

• Procedure Establishment: Establishes and oversees standard operating procedures.

• Research Task: Performs research tasks and performs other duties as assigned.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month

• Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.