Job Details
Job Location
East Hartford, CT - East Hartford, CT
Description
The mission of Goodwin University is to educate a diverse student population in a dynamic environment that aligns education, commerce, and community. Our innovative programs of study prepare students for professional careers while promoting lifelong learning and civic responsibility. As a nurturing university community, we challenge students, faculty, staff, and administration to fully realize their highest academic, professional, and personal potential.
Position Description Summary / Purpose :
Lab Techs are assigned to on-ground and off-site training venues and may be involved supporting some aspects in an on-line environment. Lab techs also provide direct support to faculty conducting incumbent worker training. This position supports both academic and incumbent worker training and may function as a teaching assistant during workshops. Lab techs provide technical support for the operation of the Advanced Manufacturing Quality, Mechatronics, Automation & Robotic, and Welding Laboratories at the Business & Advanced Manufacturing Center. These are an integral part of the Goodwin University curriculum required for the Bachelor of Science and Associate of Science Manufacturing Degrees and the Certifications in CNC Machining, Metrology, Welding and Quality. The Advanced Manufacturing Lab Technician is required for the day-to-day set up, operation and maintenance of lab equipment, as well as the demonstration of course lab activities for the students. This position reports to the Director of Advanced Manufacturing Labs. This role may require additional training on equipment relevant to other manufacturing programs including desktop CNC machines, logistics modeling and fabrication equipment.
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Physical and Mental Requirements :
Work Environment None Under 1 / 3 1 / 3 to 2 / 3 Over 2 / 3 Outdoor Weather ConditionsXWork with fumes or airborne particlesXWork near moving mechanical partsXRisk of electrical shockXVibrationX
Physical Activity None Under 1 / 3 1 / 3 to 2 / 3 Over 2 / 3 Standing XWalkingXSittingXTalking & HearingXUsing hands / fingers to handle / feelXClimbing or balancingXBending, pulling, pushingXDrivingX
Lifting Requirements None Under 1 / 3 1 / 3 to 2 / 3 Over 2 / 3 Up to 10 pounds XUp to 25 poundsXUp to 50 poundsXUp to 75 poundsXUp to 100 poundsXOver 100 poundsX
Vision Requirements :
X Close vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 inches or less)
X Distance vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 feet or more)
X Color vision (i.e. ability to identify and distinguish colors)
X Peripheral vision (i.e. ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or
left and right while the eyes are fixed on a given point)
X Depth perception (i.e. three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and
spatial relationships)
No special vision requirements
Full-Time Employee Benefits :
This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between Goodwin University and employee. It is used as a guide for personnel actions and is subject to change by the Universityas the needs of the University and requirements of the job change.)