Teaching Lab Manager

Teaching Lab Manager

Salary

$59,899.00 - $70,470.00 Annually

Location

Main Campus - Orem

Job Type

FT Exempt Salaried Staff

Job Number

FY2606203

Division

VP Academic Affairs

Department

Mechanical & Civil Engineering

Opening Date

07/14/2026

Closing Date

7/31/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

First Review Date

07/21/2026

Required Documents Needed to Apply

Resume

Optional Documents

Cover Letter

Applicant Support

1-855-524-5627

Support@schooljobs.com

• Description
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Position Announcement

Join Utah Valley University and play a vital role in shaping the next generation of engineers. As the Mechanical and Civil Engineering (MCE) Teaching Lab Manager, you will work in a collaborative, student-focused environment where innovation, hands-on learning, and academic excellence come together. This position offers the opportunity to partner closely with faculty and students across Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, and Pre-Engineering programs, supporting meaningful learning experiences that bridge classroom concepts with real-world application.

In this dynamic role, you will oversee and enhance laboratory operations, maintain and develop instructional equipment and lab environments, and contribute directly to student success through laboratory instruction and support. Ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving, mentoring, and building practical solutions, this position provides the chance to make a lasting impact while fostering a safe, organized, and engaging learning environment. At UVU, your expertise will help empower future engineers as they develop the skills and confidence needed to meet tomorrow's challenges.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Develops and implements laboratory policies and standard operating procedures.
• Monitors students performance with respect to safety procedures and operation, and maintains a safe, clean, and organized working environment, including facilities and machines.
• Maintains tool and supplies inventory, maintains lab course consumables. Demonstrates safe and proper use of equipment and machinery to students. Maintains service logs where appropriate.
• Works with the CET IT staff to ensure that the department and engineering lab computers and software are kept up to date and functioning so that students, faculty, and staff can access and use them.
• Ensures that labs are accessible to students outside of class on a schedule approved by the department chair to facilitate student work on assignments, labs, and projects.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

Graduation from a regionally accredited institution with a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field, and two years of experience; OR a Masters degree in a related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

Masters degree in a related field

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Knowledge

• Knowledge of the use and maintenance of automated manufacturing facilities and equipment.

Knowledge of ordering and inventory control of supplies, equipment, and/or services.

• Knowledge of laboratory equipment protocols and procedures.

• Knowledge of troubleshooting procedures.

• Knowledge of electronics, sensors, and control systems.

• Knowledge of vibrational systems.

• Knowledge of fluid mechanics and thermal sciences applications.

• Knowledge of hydraulics or hydrology, pumps, weirs, and flumes.

• Knowledge of materials, materials processing, and manufacturing.

• Knowledge of construction, building codes, ASTM, or AASHTO standards.

• Pre-existing knowledge and skills in some of these laboratory techniques are preferred.

Skills

• Skills in computer-aided design.

• Skills in the installation of software.

• Skills in the use of automated manufacturing industry tools and equipment (electronic and pneumatic actuators, electronic sensors, PLC circuits, industrial networks, and OSHA regulations).

• Skills with hand and power tools and equipment (CNC, lathe, circular/table/rift saws, band saws, sanders, grinders, and welders)

Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

• Ability to analyze and solve problems.

• Ability to utilize, calibrate, configure, and/or troubleshoot laboratory testing systems and instruments.

• Ability to provide technical guidance and training to end users.

• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.

• Ability to investigate and analyze information and draw conclusions.

• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.

• Ability to lift 55 lbs. repeatedly.

• Willingness to work with faculty, learn lab specifics, and teach a new set of knowledge and skills is desired.

EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Utah Valley University's dedication to exceptional care offers quality service and benefits to employees while staying committed to meeting the needs of a diverse workforce.

UVU is pleased to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that supports employees and their family's overall physical and mental health, protects their income in case of unforeseen illness and life events, and assists in building financial security for retirement and the future.

Highlights from Utah Valley University's benefits package include:

• Medical network and plan options with low employee premiums
• Employer HSA contribution for those that elect the university's High-Deductible Health Plan
• Other tax advantage, reimbursement account options (i.e. Flexible Spending Account & Dependent Care)
• Dental and vision plan options
• Incentivized wellness program
• Employer paid basic life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), and Long Term Disability (LTD) coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan with an employer contribution of 14.2% based on employee's compensation (100% vested on first day of full-time employment)
• Undergraduate tuition remission benefit waiving up to 18 credit hours (each semester) for employees and their eligible dependents (spouses & children dependents unmarried and up to age 26)
• Generous leave package which includes sick, vacation (staff only), and personal leave; 13 paid holidays; paid medical maternity and parental leave

For more information about the benefits offered, visit https://www.uvu.edu/peopleandculture/benefits.

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Do you have experience managing or supervising instructional, engineering, manufacturing, technical, or research laboratories?

• Yes
• No

02

Have you developed, implemented, or enforced laboratory policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), or safety protocols?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have experience training students, employees, or technicians on the safe operation of laboratory, manufacturing, or engineering equipment?

• Yes
• No

04

Have you been responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, and organized laboratory, shop, or technical work environment?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience managing inventory for tools, equipment, supplies, or consumable materials?

• Yes
• No

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Have you maintained equipment records, service logs, maintenance schedules, or calibration documentation for laboratory or technical equipment?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience troubleshooting or coordinating support for laboratory, instructional, or engineering-related computer hardware and software systems?

• Yes
• No

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Have you worked in a role that required providing students, faculty, or other users with access to laboratory facilities and technical resources outside of regularly scheduled instruction?

• Yes
• No

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What is your highest level of education?

• High School or equivalent
• Associates
• Bachelors
• Masters
• Ph.D.
• Ph.D. (abd)
• Juris Doctorate

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How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?

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Required Question

Employer Utah Valley University

Address 800 W. University Parkway

Orem, Utah, 84058

Phone Applicant Support 855-524-5627

Website http://www.uvu.edu