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Fermilab · 3 days ago

Technician in the Accelerator Support Group (2y term)

Batavia, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$28.30/hr - $36.58/hr

5+ years exp

Fermilab is America’s premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. They are seeking a Mechanical Technician III to provide technical support for the fabrication, repair, and modification of accelerator magnets within the Magnet Systems Department.

BiotechnologyClean EnergyCleanTechEnergy

Work & Life Balance

No H1B

Responsibilities

Fabricates, assembles, installs and removes variety of mechanical and/or electrical parts, sub-assembles controls and devices for Laboratory projects/equipment in the assigned area, based on drawings, diagrams and schematics

Generates, or assists in generating Hazard Analyses for work requiring such

Writes procedures and documentation for all finished work. Enters relevant work information into a database and/or personal logbook

Produces reports as assigned. Electronically prepares and compiles technical data and safety records for equipment using databases, spreadsheets, and other appropriate computing software and programs

Provides moderately complex technical support and maintenance for a wide variety of instruments and equipment in the assigned area. Troubleshoots problems and conducts repairs as needed

Conducts periodic safety inspections of assignment. Assists with the identification, packaging, control and disposal of chemical and radioactive waste

Procures and maintains inventories of small parts, supplies, materials, and equipment for area of assignment

Assists in the implementation and design of equipment and systems for area of assignment. Drives quality in all job aspects

Provides guidance to less experienced technicians or contractors. As assigned, often serves as shift supervisor for specific project or task

Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor

Abides by and is responsible for performing all duties in accordance with all environmental, health and safety regulations and practices pertinent to this position

Qualification

Mechanical assemblyFabrication of magnetsSafety practicesWindows PC proficiencyReading engineering drawingsWritten communicationVerbal communicationTeam collaborationProblem-solving

Required

HS degree (or technical certificate or equivalent) plus 5+ years of extensive related experience or 3+ years' experience at a DOE laboratory or in a technical skill of strategic importance to the Lab's mission (e.g., cryo, radio frequency, radiation protection, clean room, etc.)

Knowledge of efficient safety practices, hand/power tools, mechanical equipment: Mechanical assembly/disassembly, light fabrication, production and repair of magnets, in accordance with detailed specifications and written procedures

Knowledge of Windows PC environment and facility with Microsoft Word & Excel applications

Skills in assembly, fabrication, written & verbal communication, following procedure: reading engineering drawings, taking measurements during magnet production, and detailing information in electronic written procedures using Windows PCs or iPad

Ability to safely work independently or in a collaborative team setting under limited supervision, assemble/disassemble components per drawings and sketches, consistently produce accurate work

Ability to utilizing hand tools & using good judgement in planning work sequence and in selecting tools & instruments

Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings & manufactures manuals (or similar documents)

Ability to abide by lab policies, protocols, and procedures

Ability to safe and effective brazing

Ability to become crane & forklift operator certified

Ability to lift up to 30 pounds

Repetitive lifting of moderate weight

Ability to climb stairs and ladders and stand for up to 4-hours per day

Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice in response to operational and emergency requirements

Ability to legally operate cars and light trucks

Ability to work mandatory overtime, rotating shift work, and call-ins

Ability to meet Oxygen Deficiency Hazard (ODH) qualified