Accelerator Operator I — Beamline Technician in Training

Fermilab; Batavia (IL); On-site; USD 81,091,000 - 98,886,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Onsite day care

Job summary

Fermilab seeks an Accelerator Operator I to learn and operate the Lab's accelerators and beam transport systems in the Main Control Room. You will monitor beams, alarms, and interlocks, while maintaining logs and supporting safety procedures.

The role provides extensive OJT, hands-on training with engineers and technicians, and opportunities to contribute to upcoming PIP‑II and LBNF/DUNE operations as Fermilab builds its future accelerator program. Employment requires onsite work in Batavia, IL.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physics from an accredited college or university.
• 0–2+ years of relevant experience, depending on demonstrated technical knowledge and qualifications.
• Ability to successfully complete a comprehensive Accelerator Operator I OJT and qualification program.
• Ability to learn and apply fundamental physics concepts, accelerator principles, operating procedures, and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Learn accelerator operations through an extensive OJT program while working in the Main Control Room with experienced Operators.
• Operate and tune particle accelerators and beam transport systems in accordance with the operating schedule and procedures.
• Monitor accelerator systems, beam conditions, alarms, interlocks, and operating parameters.
• Maintain accurate operational logs, records, and shift documentation.

Skills

Physics concepts

OJT readiness

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physics

Tools

Control systems familiarity

Job description

Fermilab seeks an Accelerator Operator I to learn and operate the Lab's accelerators and beam transport systems in the Main Control Room. You will monitor beams, alarms, and interlocks, while maintaining logs and supporting safety procedures.

The role provides extensive OJT, hands-on training with engineers and technicians, and opportunities to contribute to upcoming PIP‑II and LBNF/DUNE operations as Fermilab builds its future accelerator program. Employment requires onsite work in Batavia, IL.