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The Geophysical Equipment Coordinator is responsible for the technical oversight, readiness, and maintenance of the Polar Geophysics Lab's research instrumentation, from maintenance and repair to deployment at remote field sites in Alaska. The role blends engineering and field science: the Coordinator works independently to plan and carry out maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, repair, and shipping of equipment, operates instruments in the field, and trains undergraduate students, graduate students, scientists, and other professionals to deploy, maintain, and acquire data with the lab's instrumentation. Serving as the project's primary technical resource for instrumentation, the Coordinator directly supports the group's research goals by keeping equipment reliable and available on the project's schedule.
The Polar Geophysics Lab at the University of Maine seeks a Geophysical Equipment Coordinator to play a central role in keeping our labs research instrumentation ready for science, from maintenance and repair to deployment at remote field sites. The role blends engineering and field science as the person will maintain and repair the lab's instruments and help deploy them at field sites in Alaska and other locations. Additionally, this team member will interface with undergraduate students, graduate students, scientists, and other professionals by helping to train them to deploy, maintain, and acquire data using the suite of instrumentation. Typical hiring salary for this soft-money funded position is up to $60,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Please review the Geophysical Equipment Coordinator job description for more information.
About the University:
The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu .
The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options.
UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Visit the Maine Office of Tourism to learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in geophysics, geology, earth or environmental science, engineering, physics, or a related field.
- 1 - 3 years of experience maintaining, troubleshooting, or repairing scientific instrumentation or technical equipment.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, set priorities, and solve complex technical problems.
- Strong organizational, record-keeping, and communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and willingness to work with a wide range of students and professionals on a team.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Preferred:
- Experience with geophysical instruments such as ground-penetrating radar, terrestrial radar interferometry, UAVs, LiDAR, or synthetic aperture radar (SAR).
- Field research or instrument deployment experience, including in remote or cold-weather settings.
- Working knowledge of electronics, power systems, or basic fabrication (e.g., 3D printers, laser cutters, soldering, or basic electronics engineering).
- Experience with scripting or programming for instrument configuration and data retrieval.
- Experience shipping hazardous materials (e.g., lithium batteries). Demonstrated troubleshooting or problem-solving experience.
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Other Information:
To be considered for this position you will need to “Apply” and upload the documentation listed below:
1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position
2.) a resume/curriculum vitae
Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references.
Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.
For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. EST on December 1, 2026.
For questions about the search, please contact search committee chair Scott Braddock at scott.braddock@maine.edu.
The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening and post offer physical.
The Geophysical Equipment Coordinator is responsible for the technical oversight, readiness, and maintenance of the Polar Geophysics Lab's research instrumentation, from maintenance and repair to deployment at remote field sites in Alaska. The role blends engineering and field science: the Coordinator works independently to plan and carry out maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, repair, and shipping of equipment, operates instruments in the field, and trains undergraduate students, graduate students, scientists, and other professionals to deploy, maintain, and acquire data with the lab's instrumentation. Serving as the project's primary technical resource for instrumentation, the Coordinator directly supports the group's research goals by keeping equipment reliable and available on the project's schedule.
The Polar Geophysics Lab at the University of Maine seeks a Geophysical Equipment Coordinator to play a central role in keeping our labs research instrumentation ready for science, from maintenance and repair to deployment at remote field sites. The role blends engineering and field science as the person will maintain and repair the lab's instruments and help deploy them at field sites in Alaska and other locations. Additionally, this team member will interface with undergraduate students, graduate students, scientists, and other professionals by helping to train them to deploy, maintain, and acquire data using the suite of instrumentation. Typical hiring salary for this soft-money funded position is up to $60,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Please review the Geophysical Equipment Coordinator job description for more information.
About the University:
The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu .
The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options.
UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Visit the Maine Office of Tourism to learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in geophysics, geology, earth or environmental science, engineering, physics, or a related field.
- 1 - 3 years of experience maintaining, troubleshooting, or repairing scientific instrumentation or technical equipment.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, set priorities, and solve complex technical problems.
- Strong organizational, record-keeping, and communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and willingness to work with a wide range of students and professionals on a team.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Preferred:
- Experience with geophysical instruments such as ground-penetrating radar, terrestrial radar interferometry, UAVs, LiDAR, or synthetic aperture radar (SAR).
- Field research or instrument deployment experience, including in remote or cold-weather settings.
- Working knowledge of electronics, power systems, or basic fabrication (e.g., 3D printers, laser cutters, soldering, or basic electronics engineering).
- Experience with scripting or programming for instrument configuration and data retrieval.
- Experience shipping hazardous materials (e.g., lithium batteries). Demonstrated troubleshooting or problem-solving experience.
-
Other Information:
To be considered for this position you will need to “Apply” and upload the documentation listed below:
1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position
2.) a resume/curriculum vitae
Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references.
Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.
For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. EST on December 1, 2026.
For questions about the search, please contact search committee chair Scott Braddock at scott.braddock@maine.edu.
The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening and post offer physical.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in equipment coordinator jobs.
- Experience with inventory or asset management software and tracking systems
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in maintaining equipment records
- Ability to coordinate equipment scheduling, maintenance, and repair logistics
- Familiarity with purchase orders, vendor communication, and procurement processes
- Physical ability to inspect, move, or stage equipment as needed
- Associate or bachelor's degree in business, logistics, or a related field preferred
Tips for Your Equipment Coordinator Job Search
Tailor your resume to asset lifecycle language
Equipment coordinators are evaluated on how well they track assets from procurement through maintenance to disposal. Use terms like inventory reconciliation, asset tagging, preventive maintenance scheduling, and utilization reporting rather than generic logistics or administrative language.
List every equipment management system you know
Hiring managers scan for specific software: EAM platforms, CMMS tools, rental management systems, and barcode or RFID tracking experience. Name each system explicitly in a skills section rather than burying it in job descriptions where automated screening can miss it.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists equipment coordinator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by industry vertical, not just title
The day-to-day work differs sharply between film production, construction, and healthcare settings. Search by industry alongside your title so you apply to openings where your specific equipment background, whether it is surgical instruments, heavy machinery, or grip and camera gear, is a direct match.
Prepare for scenario questions about equipment shortfalls
Interviewers frequently ask how you handled a situation where equipment was unavailable, damaged, or delayed for a critical deadline. Prepare two or three specific examples that show how you sourced alternatives, communicated with stakeholders, and documented the resolution.
Negotiate by citing scope, not just experience years
When discussing compensation, anchor your ask to the number of assets you managed, the dollar value of inventory you oversaw, or the number of departments or crews you supported. Scope figures give the hiring manager a concrete basis for approving a higher offer.
Equipment Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most equipment coordinators?
LAUKOA, JE Dunn Construction, and Huntington Bank are hiring the most equipment coordinators right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, Maryland, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Industries with the highest volume of postings include construction, healthcare, and film and television production.
How many equipment coordinator jobs are remote?
About 63% of equipment coordinator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the role is predominantly on-site given its hands-on nature. Sub-areas most likely to offer remote flexibility include administrative coordination, vendor communication, and software-based asset tracking for distributed fleets.
How do you become an equipment coordinator?
Start by gaining hands-on experience with inventory management, asset tracking, or logistics in any industry setting, even a warehouse or production assistant role. Build familiarity with at least one equipment management or CMMS platform. From there, apply to coordinator roles in the industry vertical that matches your background, whether construction, healthcare, or media production, and highlight your ability to manage schedules, maintain records, and communicate with vendors and end users.
How do you get hired as an equipment coordinator with little or no experience?
Focus on transferable skills: scheduling, record-keeping, vendor communication, and any hands-on work with tools, devices, or machinery. Entry-level openings in production assistant, warehouse associate, or clinical supply technician roles are common stepping stones. Certifications in inventory management or a relevant industry, such as a CMRT for maintenance technicians or a healthcare supply chain credential, can substitute for direct coordinator experience and signal readiness for the role.
What does the equipment coordinator interview process look like?
Most hiring processes include an initial phone screen focused on your familiarity with specific equipment types and tracking systems, followed by one or two in-person or video interviews with the operations or department manager. Expect scenario-based questions about handling equipment shortages, managing competing priorities, and coordinating with multiple teams under deadline. Some employers add a brief practical component, such as reviewing a sample inventory log or describing how you would set up a check-out system.
Where can I find and apply to equipment coordinator jobs?
You can find and apply to equipment coordinator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your industry background and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits your qualifications and location preferences.
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