Runs performance tests and performs calibrations on electronic equipment such as oscilloscopes, frequency meters, oscillators, voltmeters, etc.
Troubleshoots and repairs problems in digital and analog circuits of electronic equipment, including such major instruments as FTIRs, scintillation counters, and the like, down to the component level.
Designs electronic circuits, filters and computer interfaces for various scientific instruments.
Develops and implements computer software for various data acquisition systems.
Installs and maintains environmental monitoring devices and systems, including such radiotelemetry systems as the multipoint seismograph and the Lake Champlain ADCP current meter array.
Performs underwater deployment and repair of marine/lacustrine instrumentation.
Assists in operation, piloting and maintenance of the College's lake research vessel.
Advises and works with students on technical aspects and construction details of research projects involving electronic instrumentation or control.
Advises and assists other College departments on problems related to electronic and electromechanical equipment.
Recommends purchases of electronic instrumentation and acquisition hardware and software.
Develops and maintains a file of operational and repair manuals for electronic devices.
Maintains an inventory of repair parts and electronic components.
Ensures that the electronics work areas are maintained in an orderly manner.
Works with other members of the SSS technical group on specific projects.
Provides occasional backup support as may be necessary in stockroom operations and organismal care, in support of other SSS staff.