Field Research Technician

Job description
Position Information

Posting Number

S05813P

Position Title

Field Research Technician

UTSystem Title

Department

Civil Engineering

Location

Arlington

Job Family

Engineering

Position Status

Temporary

Work Hours

Standard

Work Schedule
• Monday through Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm
• Four (4) month temporary assignment with possibility of being
extended

Open to

External and Internal

Salary

Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant
experience.

Duration

Job terminates

Pay Basis

Monthly

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Benefits at UTA

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employees at the University.

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University Information

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse
metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the
fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide
array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a
comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution
dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and
creative work. The University is committed to providing access and
ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation,
entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our
community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000
students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas
System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and
innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High
Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in
Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among
the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of
its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2026). UTA is
designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a
Hispanic-Serving Institution ( HSI ) and an Asian American and
Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution ( AANAPISI ),
and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate
student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report,
2026). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy
leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies
headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion
annual economic impact on Texas.

Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the
near future. The university recently launched the first phase of
its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system
faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader
in key scholarly areas; more details are available at
https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100
. The successful candidate for this position will have the
opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and
contribute as the university broadens its impact.

Job Summary

Participate in various research activities as part of the Center
for Structural Engineering Research and Pipeline Inspection.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Participate in field inspection activities for research
projects.
• Maintain, repair, and set up instruments and equipment for
research projects. Set up experiments and construct experimental
apparatus. Interact with vendors and technical support of existing
equipment.
• OSHA Confined Spaces training and certification.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
• High school graduation with vocational training in a related
field or equivalent relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications
• Electrical, mechanical, and construction experience is
preferred. Any previous experience regarding:
• Field/site work related to pipeline inspections.
• Pipeline assessment and evaluation.
• OSHA courses, specifically confined space entry per OSHA
course.
• Working in confined spaces per OSHA regulations.
• Reading GIS maps of pipelines.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Skill in the use of standard shop machine tools and measuring
tools.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office software and internet
browsers.

Other Requirements

Working Conditions

Special Conditions for Eligibility

CBC Requirement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct
a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final
consideration for employment with the University.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington ( UTA or
The University) to provide an educational and working environment
that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University
community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University
prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the
basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual
orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or
veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the
basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation
against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge
of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an
investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited.
Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered
discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the
responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to
ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing
reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you
require reasonable accommodation in completing this application,
interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection
process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email
ADADocs@uta.edu .

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies

1

Open Until Filled

Minimum Number of References Required

3

Maximum Number of References Accepted

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must include in their online resume the following
information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period
employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job
duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

Requirement Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().
• What is the highest level of education attained?
• GED
• High School Diploma
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• PhD or equivalent
• How many years of related experience do you have?
• None/less than 1 year
• 1 to 2 years
• 3 to 4 years
• 5 years or more

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents
• Resume or CV
• Cover/Interest Letter

Optional Documents
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