College Laboratory Technician - Engineering Technology

GENERAL DUTIES

Performs highly-skilled laboratory functions and other technical duties in support of coursework.

Sets up, maintains, and organizes student laboratories

Assists students with setting up experiments and other learning exercises, and with the use of equipment and materials

Maintains appropriate safety and hygiene standards

Maintains required documentation related to laboratory activities

Manages equipment and materials inventories.

Job Title Name: College Laboratory Technician

CONTRACT TITLE

College Laboratory Technician

FLSA

Non-exempt

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma with a minimum of four years' related experience. Additional education may be used to meet the experience requirement: an Associate degree may be substituted for two years experience, and a Bachelor's degree may be substituted for four years experience.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Qualifications include:

Demonstrated ability to operate, maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot mechanical engineering laboratory equipment, including manual and CNC machinery such as lathes, milling machines, drill presses, band saws, shapers, and Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM).

Experience supporting CNC machining processes, including machine setup, G-code programming, troubleshooting, and operation of related equipment such as laser engravers and 3D printers.

Experience using industry-standard software such as SolidWorks, Mastercam, Predator, or similar CAD/CAM platforms for design, modeling, and manufacturing support.

Ability to assist faculty and students in laboratory environments, including preparing experiments, supporting hands-on learning activities, and providing technical guidance on the proper use of equipment and materials.

Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and demonstrated ability to maintain a safe, clean, and organized laboratory environment in accordance with institutional and industry standards.

Experience maintaining equipment usage logs, preventive maintenance schedules, calibration records, laboratory documentation, and inventory tracking systems.

Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students and to support instructional activities in a dynamic academic environment.

Flexibility to support evening and weekend instructional schedules as needed.

COMPENSATION

$55,609 - $65,680 (Salary range reflects 9/1/26 rates per PSC/CUNY collective Bargaining Agreement) Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

BENEFITS

CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.