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University of Houston System
Lab Technician - Chemical Engineering
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What they do
A Chemical Technician works with specialized equipment in research labs and chemical processing facilities, under the direction of scientists, chemists and engineers. Prepares chemical solutions, analyzes compounds, tests products, monitors chemical processing, monitors product quality and packaging in production facilities.
$52,608 / year median in Texas
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Department :
Chemical Engineering Salary :
20.67- 23.
Description :
Prepares and performs experiments under direction of supervisor. Maintains lab equipment and may perform basic repairs. 1. Prepares and performs experiments. 2. Maintains lab equipment by cleaning and performing basic repairs, contacts supervisor for more complicated repairs. 3. Notifies supervisor of deviations in or during experiments. 4. May maintain inventory and/or provide for care of animals. 5. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.Additional Posting Information:
- Maintains laboratory equipment and supplies and checks that equipment and instruments are functioning properly.
- Repairs and/or modifies laboratory equipment, instruments, and associated facilities and assists with minor maintenance needs in department offices and shared spaces.
- Procures parts, tools, and supplies for repairs and modifications.
- Coordinates repair and maintenance needs for laboratory equipment, department offices, the main department suite, and other departmental facilities with building maintenance personnel or outside contractors.
- Provides general facilities and operational support for department offices, the main department suite, and other non-laboratory departmental needs.
- Trains staff and students in laboratory procedures and techniques.
- Provides guidance to students, faculty, and staff regarding the safe and proper operation of equipment and instruments and supports safe laboratory working conditions.
- Tests components, instruments, and equipment.
- Identifies and recommends purchases of new and replacement equipment and associated facility improvements that support laboratory and departmental operations.
- Maintains inventory and orders laboratory and general facilities supplies as assigned.
- Conducts and maintains the capital equipment inventory.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.