Civil Engineering Laboratory Technician (UAE Nationals only)

Job Title:                                Civil Engineering Laboratory Technician (UAE Nationals Only)               

Department/ College:            College of Engineering and Information Technology

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not an exhaustive list of all required skills, responsibilities, and duties.

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS: 

• Responsible for supervising the Civil Engineering Laboratories.
• Maintain and repair the laboratory equipment.
• Help students / faculty in laboratory experiments / projects. He/she may make sketches and rough layouts, record and analyze data, and report findings.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Perform periodical service for all equipment in civil engineering laboratories / workshop.
• Support students and staff on design, construction and provision of research and laboratory equipment.
• Supply students with components required for their projects.
• Prepare the equipment required for each experiment.
• Supervise and demonstrate the safe usage of machine tools and hand tools to the students.
• Maintain and repair different equipment in the laboratories / workshop.
• Keep and update consumables in the laboratories / workshops.
• Comply with both statutory and university safety protocols
• Participate in external exhibitions, whenever required.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Diploma or bachelor degree in civil or related engineering with at least 3 years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities as specified above.

SUPERVISION:

• Reports to: The Head of Department
• Subordinates: N/A

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Knowledge of personal computer and other standard office equipment.
• Thorough working knowledge of educational electronic equipment, computer hardware and software.
• Skills in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Ability to communicate technical information to students.
• Supervisory skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English language (an Arabic language is an advantage).
• Supervising and guiding students regarding safe use of equipment.
• Operating and maintaining equipment in mechanical engineering workshop and laboratories.
• Responding appropriately to any emergency situation in the laboratory or workshop.
• Maintaining and reporting inventory requirements and documentation.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Good interpersonal skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work is normally performed in a typical laboratory work environment.

May require standing for long hours, lifting/handling of heavy objects and exposure to hazardous materials.