Instrument Specialist

WA River Protection Solutions; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 7,439,000 - 8,266,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

WA River Protection Solutions in Richland, WA, seeks an technician to install and maintain highly complex instruments and control systems used for data collection in experimental operations. You will assemble components from drawings and instructions, and may supervise colleagues on site.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, Windows computer skills, and the ability to diagnose hardware issues; trade school or 4 years related experience are preferred. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Working knowledge of computers and Windows operation.
• Experience with diagnosing and repairing computer hardware.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain complex instruments and control systems to collect data.
• Assemble instrument components into working systems as designed.
• Work from sketches, prints, or verbal instructions; may direct others.

Skills

Windows familiarity

Computer hardware knowledge

Customer service

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or GED

Trade School

Tools

Dell Certified

HP Printer Certified

FLUKE tools

Job description

Job Duties/Scope Of Work

Install and maintain highly complex instruments, control systems, and related equipment used to generate, accumulate, and record scientific data from experimental operations and processes.

Assemble instrument components into complex workable systems as designed to accomplish stated results.

Work from sketches, prints, or verbal instructions.

May direct others.

Basic Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Computer user skills, familiar with Windows.
• Candidate should have a working knowledge of the operation and repair of computers and related computer equipment.
• Four years related work experience or Trade School.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential badge.

Desired Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and communication technical information clearly
• CompTIA A+
• Dell Certified experience with troubleshooting Dell hardware and replacing components
• Hewitt Packard Printer Certified experience with troubleshooting printer issues and replacing components
• Understanding of the use of Information Technology diagnostic tools (ex. FLUKE cable tester)
• Candidate must be able to diagnose and resolve hardware and software issues efficiently.
• Experience with Windows and common IT support tools preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly Rate: $54.397

HMIS offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical/dental/vision, short-and long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off. For a full list of benefits please visit our benefits website: https://hmis.hanford.gov/hr/page.cfm/employeebenefits

The pay rate listed represents the starting rate of pay/hr that may be offered, in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.

In compliance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Hanford Field Office (HFO) direction, employees issued initial badges on or after September 1st, 2025, are required to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a federal background check investigation. This investigation encompasses multiple areas of eligibility and includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.

Relocation Funding Provided No

U.S. Citizenship Required Yes

Clearance Required No

Job Classification HAMTC

Shift Work Required No

Equal Opportunity Clause

This contractor shall abide by the requirements of 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

HMIS is a veteran-friendly, VEVRAA Federal Contractor

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