Biocontainment Equipment Technician I, Institutional Office of Regulated Non-clinical Studies **Galveston, Texas, United States** **New** Research Academic & Clinical UTMB Health Requisition # 2504075 **Minimum qualifications** Associate's degree. No experience required. An equivalent combination of education and experience relevant to the role may be considered for this position. **LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS** N/A **JOB SUMMARY** To provide the basic technical skills needed in the analysis, maintenance, calibration, installation, and modification of simple medical and research laboratory equipment. **ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS** + Performs basic analysis and isolation of mechanical or electronic equipment malfunctions. + Reads and interprets blueprints, wiring, diagrams, and technical manuals used in conjunction with the repair of research laboratory equipment. + Examines equipment for signs of improper operation and evidence of deterioration. + Aids in the development of quality control and preventative maintenance. + Utilizes mechanical and electronic skills to test, evaluate, calibrate, overhaul, install, modify, and update various types of research laboratory electronic systems. + Performs safety checks on research laboratory equipment. + Documents work done on all equipment, such as the results of checks, diagnoses, and repairs. + Adheres to internal controls established for the department. + Performs related duties as required. **KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES** Understanding of standard research laboratory equipment **SALARY RANGE:** Commensurate with experience. **EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:** UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Compensation