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Major Duties

Under general supervision, the Equipment Technician performs skilled repairs, regular maintenance, and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment, including hydraulic testing rigs, mechanical apparatus, and electromechanical instructional tools. Design and fabricate specialized instructional components and aids using diverse materials such as wood, metal, plastic, and composites. Provide hands-on technical support, guidance, and training to faculty and students to ensure effective use and understanding of lab equipment and safety procedures. Prepare laboratory setups for instructional sessions and assist students with material selection and fabrication processes. Oversee the management of lab equipment inventories, including ordering supplies, maintaining consumable stocks, organizing tools, and ensuring the operational readiness of laboratories in compliance with safety standards.

• Designs and fabricates mechanical and electromechanical components for use in instructional labs, classroom demonstrations, and student or faculty projects.
• Performs skilled maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of laboratory equipment and systems.
• Provides technical support and guidance to faculty and students in the use of laboratory tools, machines, and test equipment.
• Manages lab equipment inventories and operational readiness.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

• Equivalent to two years of full-time journey-level or skilled experience in the maintenance, repair, and operation of industrial or technical equipment.
• Substitutions may be made for up to two years of the required experience.
• Valid California Driver’s License preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to design and fabricate mechanical and electromechanical components using diverse materials, such as wood, metal, plastic, and composites, utilizing fabrication techniques including machining, welding, cutting, and basic assembly.
• Proficient in interpreting verbal instructions and sketches into functional, practical components, with familiarity in CAD and CAM software preferred for generating construction drawings or design refinements.
• Skilled in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing laboratory equipment, including hydraulic testing rigs, mechanical apparatus, and electromechanical instructional tools.
• Ability to effectively maintain preventive maintenance schedules, perform part replacements and adjustments, and consistently adhere to safety protocols across multiple laboratory environments.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

• The university offers an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, tuition waiver, and more.
• Classification: Equipment Technician II, Electro-Mechanical / 7012 / 1
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE: $4422 - $5250 per month, dependent upon qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $4422 - $7998 per month.
• HOURS: Full Time; 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday.
• This is a Regular position with a one-year probationary period. 
• The position is currently hybrid (4 days in office, 1 day remote); however, this is subject to change based on student and/or operational needs.

General Information

• Applications received through August 14, 2025 will be considered in the initial review, and review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
• This position is sensitive as designated by the CSU.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• Per the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN online application. To apply and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers
• The CSU recommends that faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location be immunized against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on Age, Disability (physical or mental), Gender, Gender Identity (including Nonbinary or Transgender), Gender Expression, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Nationality, Pregnancy or related conditions, Race or Ethnicity (including color, caste, or ancestry), Religion or Religious Creed, Sex (including Sex Stereotyping or Sex Characteristics), Sexual Orientation, and Veteran or Military Status. Our nondiscrimination policy is outlined in the Interim CSU Nondiscrimination Policy. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Recruitment Services at 818-677-2101.