College Laboratory Technician - Mechanical 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

CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION

New York City College of Technology of the City University of New York (CUNY), a comprehensive college located in downtown Brooklyn offering associate and baccalaureate degrees, invites applications for a College Laboratory Technician (CLT) in the Department of Mechanical Engineering.

The Department of Mechanical Engineering (MET) is an innovative and growing department, the only campus in CUNY to offer an associate (AAS) and bachelor's degree (BTech) in Mechanical Engineering Technology, as well as an associate degree (AAS) in Industrial Design. The four-year bachelor of technology (BTech) degree includes concentrations in Industrial Design, Manufacturing Engineering, and Computer systems Technology, with a strong focus on robotics. The Mechanical Engineering Technology programs are ABET-accredited.

Reporting to the Chair of the Department of Mechanical Engineering Technology, the College Laboratory Technician will be expected to contribute to the academic and professional vitality of the department through both extensive technical knowledge and the ability to function collaboratively in department-level efforts. The CLT will support both structural and software implementation, as well as direct faculty and student assistance, as needed, in laboratory settings. The ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, may be required.

The CLT's key responsibilities include but are not limited to :

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

COMPENSATION

$57,524 - $66,070. Salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY is in the process of implementing salary schedule increases. Once implemented, salaries of eligible employees will be adjusted by 3.25% effective 9 / 1 / 2025 and 3.5% effective 9 / 1 / 26, in accordance with the terms of the PSC-CUNY collective bargaining agreement.

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.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, go to www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

Candidates should submit a resume or CV and a cover letter.

CLOSING DATE

Open until filled, with review of resumes to begin on or after August 27, 2025.

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO / AA / Vet / Disability Employer.