Coordinator, Engineering Laboratory

Summary Of Position Responsible for maintaining equipment in engineering teaching laboratories and ensuring that equipment is in place, operational, and available for student use during their laboratory period.Regularly updates and audits the inventory list, through routine checks, inspections, and updates when new equipment is acquired or old equipment retired. E nsures the daily function of operations and services related to any assigned program, initiative, or objective. Position Information Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Coordinates daily tasks related to one or more assigned components of overall programs and/or services as assigned. Inspects, maintains, repairs, and operates instructional equipment for department's engineering laboratories and Waterson Team Center. Regularly communicates with supervisor and other staff, including student workers, as required or needed in the completion of daily tasks in support of overall goals and objectives. Prepares and maintains accurate records of daily tasks in accordance with applicable policies and procedures and assures timely communication with supervisor, staff, and students where appropriate. Upgrades and/or retrofits existing equipment to be compatible with current computer systems and/or technologies. Assists departments to setup workstations and make lab space arrangements. Coordinates with IT Services for engineering software installation and testing. Tests and coordinates new instructional and support equipment. Operates and performs routine maintenance of laboratory equipment including electrical instruments. Constructs and installs laboratory equipment for students and/or faculty projects according to their design. Assists and trains students, faculty, and staff on the use of laboratory and/or machine equipment including the implementation of general safety procedures as set forth by Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), federal, state, or other government agencies, such as Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Consults manufacturers and suppliers to maintain technology compatibility of parts and devices in all laboratories.