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• Diagnose, repair, troubleshoot and maintain all of the department’s analytical instrumentation and small equipment which is used in laboratories, for training and for research; may include immediate troubleshooting and assistance when instruments malfunction during classroom labs or research experiments.
• Install and test all instrumentation equipment that comes into the department's rooms and laboratories.
• Instruct and demonstrate the use of laboratory instrumentation and associated software to students and faculty.
• Effectively communicate and work constructively with faculty, students, staff, suppliers, vendors and external support engineers, as well as other departments.
• Research products, parts, suppliers and supplies for the highest quality and the best price in order to conserve department resources.
• Maintain an inventory of laboratory instrumentation, equipment, associated computers, printers, purchase requests, suppliers and orders in process for quick access to status information.
• Work proactively regarding repairs and routine maintenance required to keep instruments in optimal operating condition; Upgrade current equipment as technology, computer-controlled instruments, operating systems and software evolve.
• Serve as a resource person for students, faculty and staff in proper use of laboratory equipment, computers and software as well as to solve technical problems as they occur.
• Prepare reports and quotes for equipment committee and department chair.
• Orient, train and supervise students for the electronic shop.
• Develop on-going proposals to reduce resource use and operating costs.
• Work independently, prioritizing repair and maintenance tasks as needed; Document maintenance history of departmental equipment, including complementary photos where applicable.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.