Job Posting Title:

Physics Scientific Instrument Maker II - CNC Machine Operator (Salary)

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Hiring Department:

Department of Physics

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

General Notes

The Department of Physics plays a pivotal role in the advancing of knowledge, nurturing the next generation of physicists and making a lasting impact on the world of physics.

The College of Natural Sciences at UT Austin, strives to foster a work environment that enables all employees to contribute at the highest possible level to support the mission of the University. We are committed to being an inclusive community that celebrates the dignity of every individual, honors differences and lets each person know that they belong. What starts here really does change the world. For more information about the College of Natural Sciences, please visit. https://cns.utexas.edu.

The University of Texas offers an impressive benefits package including:

Employer paid health insurance (employee premiums covered at 100%; spouse and family premiums at 50%)
Dental, vision, life and disability insurance options
Paid vacation and sick leave
Paid holidays
Retirement plan

For more details, please see: Prospective Employee Benefits and My Total Rewards.

Must have employment authorization for the United States of America. The department does not offer visa sponsorship for this position.

Purpose

To provide for highly skilled fabrication, assembly and repair of precise and complicated instruments and machines, usually for complex scientific research, engineering or teaching projects, by the use of Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) machines, milling machines and related machines and tools. Responsible for the use of initiative and independent judgment in constructing instruments to precise standards from start to finish, from rough sketches or general verbal instructions. Lays out and plans complicated fabrication processes and implements designs. May assist student, researcher or supervisor in planning overall design, development and use.

Responsibilities

Programs and operates Hurco CNC mills and wire EDM using Feature CAM to specifications provided by the end user.
May use hand tools such as files or chisels for rough work of a less precise nature. Performs other instrument functions as required.
Operates manual mills and lathes to shape material.
Reads blueprints, plans instrument manufacture, measure parts to conform to standards and assembles parts.
Keep immediate work area clean and organized. Assist other Instrument Makers to keep Physics Machine Shop clean and organized.
Record keeping of time sheets, completed work orders and projects.

Required Qualifications

High school graduation or GED.
3 years of experience in a machine shop, programming and operating CNC milling machines.
Basic computer skills, including experience with Feature Cam and Master Cam.
Demonstrated ability to work well within a team environment.
Demonstrate effective interpersonal communications skills.

Preferred Qualifications

5 years of experience in a machine shop.
Experience programming and operating Hurco CNC milling machines.
Experience programming a EDM wire machine.
Experience using manual lathe and manual mills.
Experience using horizontal and vertical band saws, grinders, and a shear.

Salary Range

$54,000

Working Conditions

Standard machine shop conditions.
Lifting and moving 30-50 lbs.
May work around chemicals, chemical fumes, and coolants.

Physical Tasks

Some lifting and moving of equipment may be required.
May work in standard office conditions.

Required Materials

Resume/CV
Cover Letter
3 Reference letters

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume in the first step of the online job application process. Then, any additional Required Materials will be uploaded in the My Experience section; you can multi-select the additional files or click the Upload button for each file. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find Jobs. Before you apply though, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will need to click the Upload button multiple times in order to attach your Resume, References and any additional Required Materials noted above.

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Employment Eligibility:

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

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Retirement Plan Eligibility:

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.

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