Job Description

Job Title: R&D Technician

Location: Pittsburgh, PA (Onsite)

Duration: Full Time

Job Description:

About the job

A R&D Technician, under general supervision and/or using procedures/work instructions, safely operates and maintains one or more experimental R&D systems.

Responsibilities

Work involves operations and preventive and corrective maintenance including the following:

• Performs routine laboratory procedures, maintenance of laboratory equipment, and other laboratory tasks as directed in support of the R&D mission to include operating research equipment within the limitations of the approved SARS permit.
• Collect samples; assist in monitoring and calibrating research equipment.
• Perform work in accordance with standard operating procedures; suggest modifications to procedures and refine techniques to meet objectives.
• Understand and comply with safety standards to maintain a safe environment.
• Implement quality control policies and procedures of the laboratory.
• Performs tasks and other administrative activities outside the scope of laboratory work as needed.
• Performs compressed gas cylinder deliveries and/or serve as elevator post on daily movements.
• Collaborate effectively with other team members to resolve issues and ensure quality adherence principals are being met.
• Other duties as assigned to ensure timely project execution.

Qualifications

Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Vocational/technical training beyond high school
• Minimum of five (5) years of job-related experience or equivalent.
• Ability to understand Engineering drawings and documents that will allow for the safe and efficient installation of projects.
• Computer / Software Skills – proficiently utilizing Microsoft Outlook email, Excel, Word, Adobe Acrobat, payroll time entry, and complete required online training.
• Good attendance, interpersonal skills, and the ability to work as part of a team or independently.
• Ability to follow oral / written instructions, exercise good judgement to complete assignments on time.
• Work safely under general supervision, exercise good judgement, and manage time to complete assignments.
• Good verbal and written communication

Preferred Responsibilities/Requirements

• At least seven (7) years of job-related experience or equivalent

Conditions of Employment

• Must have a valid U.S. driver's license.
• Must be able to pass a post-offer, pre-placement physical examination and medical history check.
• Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check and have a clean motor vehicle report (MVR).
• All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the IUOE Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Complete all required Computer Based Training (CBT).
• Able to work night, weekends, and holidays as needed.

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