[ES_JOBS_NET] Air Quality Field Engineer/technician
Yongjing Zhao
yjzhao at ucdavis.edu
Tue Feb 17 12:17:57 MST 2026
Job Summary
Under general supervision of the Shop and Field Supervisor, diagnose and repair aerosol particulate samplers, deploy samplers to field locations for routine network and special studies and communicate with network operators at field locations throughout the United States. Perform routine and emergency maintenance of the network. Maintain a safe working environment and assist with training of new employees.
Application Link:
https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psc/ucdavis/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&SiteId=7&FOCUS=Applicant&JobOpeningID=84342&PostingSeq=1&RegCode=563710920775174
Apply By Date
03/01/2025 at 11:59pm
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position
* Academic background in engineering that involves analog circuits, statics, fluid dynamics, engineering physics, and manufacturing processes and/or equivalent experience
* Shop experience processing control and/or instrumentation such as strain gauges, thermocouples, etc.
* Experience in basic mechanical repair shop processes.
* Experience with hand and power tools, and basic analog circuitry.
* Knowledge of measurement technology including calibrations, sample collection, and data processing.
* Interpersonal and communication skills to clearly, diplomatically and effectively interact with individuals of varying perspectives and backgrounds; and computer skills using Windows, Word, Excel, email, internet, and online calendaring
* Skills to research and secure information, resolve problems, and coordinate projects.
Preferred Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.
* Experience providing customer technical support.
* Experience operating and maintaining ambient aerosol samplers.
Key Responsibilities
* 60% - Field Maintenance Of Aerosol Sampling Network
* 20% - Technical Support Of Aerosol Sampling Network
* 20% - Sampler Repair
Department Overview
The IMPROVE Program at the Air Quality Research Center (AQRC) is seeking a Development Technician for the field maintenance group. This position requires a range of mechanical and basic electronic skills. The IMPROVE Program measures air quality at approximately 175 sites throughout the United States. The IMPROVE field maintenance team is responsible for maintaining aerosol samplers, and providing technical support to local equipment operators throughout the US.
POSITION INFORMATION
* Salary or Pay Range: $28.71/hr. - $34.47/hr.
* Salary Frequency: Bi-Weekly
* Salary Grade: STEPS
* UC Job Title: DEV TCHN 3
* UC Job Code: 007172
* Number of Positions: 1
* Appointment Type: Staff: Career
* Percentage of Time: 100% Fixed
* Shift (Work Schedule): M-F, 8-5
* Location: Davis, CA
* Union Representation: TX-Technical Professionals
* Benefits Eligible: Yes
* This position is 100% on-site
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