Hall C Mechanical Technician II

Jefferson Lab; Newport News (VA); Sur place; USD 58 000 - 84 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The technician will work from verbal, written, and graphic instructions to provide technical and mechanical support for the Jefferson Lab Hall C experimental program. Fabricate, assemble, install and test detectors, magnets, power supplies and infrastructure hardware in the Hall, and supply technical support during experiments.

This role requires interpreting complex drawings, operating cranes and forklifts, performing maintenance, and ensuring safety training.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in mechanical fabrication and installation.
• Ability to read and interpret complex mechanical drawings and schematics.
• Experience with welding methods (SMAW, TIG, MIG) and use of power tools.

Responsabilités

• Provide technical and mechanical support for the Hall C experimental program.
• Fabricate, assemble, install and test detectors, magnets, power supplies and infrastructure hardware.
• Operate cranes, forklifts, trucks with trailers, and aerial platforms as needed.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance and maintain documentation.
• Read drawings across electronics, mechanical and cryogenic systems.

Connaissances

TIG welding

MIG welding

Welding

Crane operation

Forklift operation

Reading drawings

Hand tools

Power tools

Machining

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Outils

CNC machining

Description du poste

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At Jefferson Lab,you’llchampioncutting-edgescience and operational excellence while shaping the future of discovery. Join us and make your mark – where excellence meets purpose, andgreat mindstruly matter.

The good-faith pay range for this role is $58,200 - $83,500 per year. Actual compensation may vary and may be above the posted range based on factors such as a candidate's skills, experience, education, certifications, and work location.

Company-provided relocation assistance will not be offered for this position.

What your job will be like:

The technician will work from verbal, written, and graphic instructions to provide technical/mechanical support on all aspects in the installation of systems and equipment related to the Jefferson Lab Hall C experimental program. Fabricate, assemble, install and test various detectors, magnets, power supplies and infrastructure hardware in the Hall. Supply technical support during experimental operations, including the operation, maintenance and documentation of the Hall systems.

In this job you will:

• Demonstrate expertise in interpreting complex mechanical drawings and schematics, with advanced proficiency in precision equipment fabrication and assembly. Skilled in the operation, setup, and maintenance of conventional and CNC machining
• SMAW, TIG and/or MIG welding.
• Work with members of the Hall technical team to ensure safe and efficient equipment troubleshooting and repairs.
• Operate cranes, forklifts, trucks with trailers, and aerial platforms on a regular basis.
• Complete and remain current on a series of mandatory safety training requirements prior to working inside Experimental Hall.
• Responsible for the installation and removal of experimental equipment.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on equipment used for scientific research.
• Read and interpret drawings in areas such as electronics, mechanical, and cryogenic systems.
• Install and maintain vacuum systems, beam line components and cryogenic transfer systems for nitrogen and helium.
• Provide technical support for staff, users, and college students conducting research in the Experimental Hall.

Additional Responsibilities

• Providing input to schedule development.
• Identify conflicts and develop solutions to technical problems.
• Serve as part of a rotational on-call team that supports the current and upcoming experimental needs
• Needs to be on call and/or work overtime or shift under standard lab regulation.
• Utilize basic computer knowledge to carryout daily functions, e.g., check/send emails, fill out timesheet, order tools/parts, complete web-based training, etc.

Experience

• Required: 5 or more years

Education

• Required: High School Diploma or GED

Experience and Education Exchange

Education above the minimum may be substituted for experience. Relevant experience may not be substituted for education.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Some proficiency in TIG and/or MIG welding, and knowledge of advanced welding equipment.
• Proficient in the use of hand and power tools and have the skill to operate forklifts, truck and trailer, overhead cranes and aerial platforms in accordance with Jefferson Lab written policies, our EH&S manual and industry standards.
• Good oral and written communication skills and proven ability to work well within a team.
• Ability to easily adapt to a changing work environment.
• Available to occasionally work shifts or overtime as needed and be part of a rotational on-call schedule.
• Comprehension of mechanical drawings, for example utilizing conventional machine tools such as drill presses and band saws to fabricate and assemble unique parts for Hall B experiments.

About Jefferson Lab

Join a community with a common purpose of solving the most challenging scientific and engineering problems of our time. The Jefferson Lab campusis located insoutheasternVirginiaamidst a vibrant and growing technology community.

A career at Jefferson Lab is more than a job. You will be part of “big science” and work alongside top scientists and engineers from around the world unlocking the secrets of our visible universe. Managed by SURATech, LLC, Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility is entering an exciting period of mission growth and is seeking new team members ready to apply their skills and passion to have an impact. You could call it work, or you could call it a mission. We call it a challenge. We do things that will change the world.

Total Rewards at Jefferson Lab

At Jefferson Lab, we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive. Our benefits program includes, but is not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Care Plans
• Paid Time-off and Leave Programs (Paid Parental, vacation, holidays, and sick leave)
• Tuition Assistance, Training and Professional Development Programs
• Live near the waterways of the Chesapeake Bay region with access to nearby beaches, mountains, and all major metropolitan centers on the East Coast
• SURATech, LLC manages and operates the Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility (Jefferson Lab). SURATech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• SURATech is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities (unless doing so will result in an undue hardship). If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or contact Human Resources by calling [phone] and selecting option 1 between 8 am – 5 pm EST to provide the nature of your request.
• Employment with SURATech is conditional upon DOE approval if at any time during your employment you are participating in a Foreign Government Talent Recruitment Program or Affiliated activity. Generally, such programs/activities include any foreign-state-sponsored attempt to acquire U.S.-funded scientific research through programs run or funded by the government that target scientists, engineers, students, academics, researchers, and entrepreneurs of all nationalities working or educated in the United States. This includes positions or appointments, both domestic and foreign, titled academic, professional, or institutional appointments whether or not remuneration is received and whether full-time, part-time or voluntary.
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