Instrument Maker 3 at Washington State University

Posted in Other 6 days ago.

Location: Pullman, Washington





Job Description:


Online applications must be received before 12:00am on:

November 8, 2024

If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.


Available Title(s):604G-YN_CS_NPS - Instrument Maker 3
Business Title:Instrument Maker 3
Employee Type:Classified
Position Details:


The Opportunity:


As an Instrument Maker 3 you will support Voiland College of Engineering and Architecture (VCEA) Engineering Shop with complex design, fabrication, repair and maintenance of experimental apparatus and instruments for the research community in the College and University. You will be responsible for performing complex high precision work on projects which require a diverse set of skills including CAD/CAM computer work, traditional and CNC machining, various types of welding processes, and an array of fabrication techniques with multiple materials.





Required Qualifications:




  • Two years of experience as an Instrument Maker 2; OR equivalent education/experience.




  • Demonstrated proficiency in metal fabrication techniques and computer aided design (CAD) programs such as Master Cam, Solidworks, or equivalent.




  • Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver's license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards.




  • Ability to set priorities for multiple projects from multiple sources and multitask without loss of efficiency or accuracy.







Preferred Qualifications:




  • Two years of experience as an Instrument Maker 2 with emphasis on machining, CNC and conventional equipment, with some background in CAD/CAM and solids modeling, or equivalent education/experience.




  • Experience with welding processes, including Tig, Mig, Arc, oxy-acetylene, brazing and soldering.




  • Experience using plasma cutting torch.




  • Other processes such as sheet metal fabrication, woodworking, mechanical and electrical skills, experience with plastics and composites, and instrumentation such as strain gauges, thermocouplers.




Additional Information:


Area/College: Voiland College of Engineering and Architecture





Department Name: VCEA Engineering Shop





City, State, Zip: Pullman, WA 99163





Department Lin
k: Voiland College of Engineering and Architecture





Monthly Salary: $5,501 to $6,384 (Range 53G Steps G- M) | Successful candidates typically begin at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with WAC 357-28.




Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes: paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts. For additional information, please review the summary of benefits offered by WSU for classified staff and Total Compensation.



Overtime Eligibility: Overtime eligible.





FTE: 100%





This is a permanent position.




Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.




Application Instructions: All applicants must upload a cover letter and resume/cv to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications. Documents may be submitted in one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF if possible. Applicants will be requested to provide contact information for professional references within the online application.




  • External candidates, please upload all documents in the "Resume/CV" section of your application.




  • Internal candidates, please upload all documents in the "Resume/Cover Letter" section of your application.






Required Documents:




  • Resume/CV




  • Cover letter





Time Type:Full time
Position Term:12 MonthWASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu.

Notice of Non-Discrimination
WSU prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates complaint with Title IX. Inquiries regarding Title IX and reports of sex discrimination can be directed to the WSU Title IX Coordinator. More information on WSU's policies and procedures to respond to discrimination and harassment are available here: Nondiscrimination statement.
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