Biocontainment Equipment Technician II, Institutional Office of Regulated Non-clinical Studies at University of Texas Medical Branch – Galveston, Texas

Minimum qualifications

Associate's degree in Electronics or Biomedical Technology. Three years of related experience is required.

An equivalent combination of education and experience relevant to the role may be considered for this position.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS

N/A

JOB SUMMARY

To provide intermediate-level technical skills needed in the analysis, maintenance, calibration, installation, and modification of medical and laboratory equipment and instrumentation.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs analysis and isolation of mechanical or electronic malfunctions.
• Inspects and tests equipment and apparatus to ensure specified functional qualities according to blueprints or written specifications.
• Examines and tests equipment to identify the cause of malfunctions or inaccuracies.
• Disassemble equipment to locate malfunctioning components and repair or replace defective parts.
• Reassembles equipment and adjusts and calibrates precision components to ensure specified operation.
• Participates in the development of quality control and preventive maintenance programs.
• Runs safety tests on potentially all medical and/or laboratory equipment and record documentation.
• Adheres to internal controls established for the department.
• Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
Understanding of standard research laboratory equipment

SALARY RANGE:

Commensurate with experience.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.