Specialty Trades Technician
Job Description
Posting Number
PG193430SPInternal Recruitment
NoWorking Title
Specialty Trades TechnicianAnticipated Hiring Range
$45,000 - $53,000Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:30pmJob Location
Raleigh, NCDepartment
Physics DepartmentAbout the Department
The Physics Department provides (1) High-quality Physics instruction to the University community through courses in introductory physics; (2) educational opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students in physics through high-quality curricula, faculty, and research facilities; (3) outreach programs that advance scientific knowledge. Our research programs cover a diverse spectrum, including astrophysics, general relativity, condensed matter theory and experiment, computational physics, biophysics, nanoscale science, physics education, experimental nuclear physics, particle and nuclear theory, experimental optics, and experimental atomic and molecular physics. The department enrolls approximately 120 graduate students and 140 undergrad physics majors. The department size is approximately 56 faculty members. Please visit our Sciences Strategic Plan and Sciences Culture Charter for additional information about the College of Sciences.
NC State promotes an integrated approach to problem-solving that transforms lives and provides leadership for social, economic, and technological development across North Carolina and around the world. NC State’s land grant mission of teaching, research, and service is dedicated to the service of North Carolina and its people. Applicants are encouraged to review the institution’s mission, vision, and strategic plan, and consider how their background, interest, and experience would enable them to support the university.
NC State promotes an integrated approach to problem-solving that transforms lives and provides leadership for social, economic, and technological development across North Carolina and around the world. NC State’s land grant mission of teaching, research, and service is dedicated to the service of North Carolina and its people. Applicants are encouraged to review the institution’s mission, vision, and strategic plan, and consider how their background, interest, and experience would enable them to support the university.
Essential Job Duties
- The primary purpose of this position is to support in design, construction, and repair of precision instruments and apparatuses used in scientific research for labs as needed, by fabrication and assembling component parts.
- This person must have be able to interpret design specs and manuals.
- Assist in testing such equipment under teaching and research functions by ensuring that shop equipment is in working order.
- Maintaining and adhering to the Machine Shop safety plans.
- Ability to dismantle and repair research instruments and machine shop equipment.
Other Responsibilities
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Experience/Education
High school diploma or equivalency and two years of experience related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Other Required Qualifications
- Ability to coordinate and prioritize tasks.
- Experience in the operation of welding equipment/techniques-preferred.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Analytical skills.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds occasionally.
Preferred Qualifications
N/A
Required License or Certification
- Valid driver’s license.
- Valid NC driver’s license must be obtained within 60 days of start date and must be maintained.
Valid NC Driver's License required
YesCommercial Driver's License Required?
NoJob Open Date
07/17/2023Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)
07/21/2023Notice to Applicants
Please make sure that the work history you list on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, do not use the phrase “see resume.”
Special Instructions
Please include as attachments a resume, cover letter, and contact information for at least 3 professional references.
Position Number
00110244Position Type
SHRAPosition Classification Band Title
Specialty Trades TechnicianPosition Classification Band Level
JourneyPosition Classification Salary Range
$31,200 - $80,233Salary Grade Equivalency
GN10Alternate Option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.0Appointment
12 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Non Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Non Mandatory - Emergency EventTime Limited Position
NoDepartment Id
170601 - PhysicsAA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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