Job Details

NWI Technician - Calibrations

Position Number: 7187554
Location: Lubbock, TX
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

NWI Technician - Calibrations
Lubbock
44894BR
National Wind Institute

Position Description
The NWI Technician plays a key role in the installation, maintenance, and technical troubleshooting of Mesonet (weather) stations, rain gauges and radar stations across the region. This position requires strong technical skills, the ability to work independently in the field, and effective communication with landowners and project stakeholders. The technician ensures that environmental data streams remain accurate, timely, and reliable, directly supporting critical weather monitoring and research operations.

About the University
Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas - hard work, grit and authenticity - the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.

About the Department and/or College
The National Wind Institute (NWI) has evolved from its traditional singular focus on wind hazards to three main research pillars of Energy Systems, Atmospheric Measurement & Simulation, and Wind Engineering. Though all three of these pillars focus on distinct issues, they also maintain common ground via cross cutting themes. All research seeks to benefit communities at micro and macro scales.

https://www.depts.ttu.edu/nwi/

Major/Essential Functions

Troubleshoot weather sensors. completing repair when possible, coordinating external repair with supplier when necessary.
Maintain laboratory to support instrument repair and calibration.
Perform regular instrument calibration, complete battery testing, soil conductivity measurements, and other technical measurement tasks that benefit the West Texas Mesonet.
Help develop an inventory and bar code reader system to keep track of sensors, organize storage systems to support station maintenance and installation.
Assist with datalogger operating system and program updates and cell modem operating system upgrades.
Assist with ordering and receiving of weather station supplies.
Assist with field maintenance and installation efforts when needed.

Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree with 1 to 3 years of experience in field-based technical work. Additional experience, instead of education, can be considered on a year-for-year basis.

This position requires eligibility to drive TTU vehicles, including a valid U.S. driver license and two years of driving experience.

Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience leading a calibration laboratory Experience with data loggers, data logger programming, cellular communication systems, and other related technologies Background in weather related technologies (e.g. radar, lidar) Knowledge of weather-related terminology Experience with weather related data product generation.

Pay Range
$21.39 - $27.84 - $34.23

To apply, visit workattexastech.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.