Mechanical Technician

Fermilab; Batavia (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid time off

Life insurance

Short and Long-term disability

Retirement benefits

Onsite day care

Job summary

Fermilab is seeking a Mechanical Technician to provide complex technical support for experimental or support groups. The role involves fabricating, assembling, calibrating, testing, and repairing a wide range of mechanical and electrical equipment, following drawings and instructions.

Safety, ES&H duties, and environment surveys are part of the responsibilities. The candidate should have a HS degree or technical certificate, 3+ years of mechanical systems experience, and proficiency with power

Qualifications

• HS degree (or technical certificate or equivalent).
• 3+ years of extensive experience with mechanical systems; military training may substitute.
• Proficient with safe use of hand-held power tools and hand tools (tubing cutters, benders).
• Experience with brazing and soldering of copper tubing and components preferred.
• Proficient with Windows PC environment; MS Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble, install, and remove mechanical/electrical parts per drawings and specs.
• Assist in construction, calibration, and assembly of equipment.
• Prepare and test equipment for operation.
• Maintain inventories of parts and supplies.

Skills

Mechanical systems experience

Windows MS Word & Excel

Independent work

Strong communication

Education

HS degree or technical certificate

Tools

Power tools

Tubing cutters

Benders

Brazing & soldering (copper)

Job description

The expected hiring range for this position is:

$25.72-$31.37.

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such the scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

_ This position is not eligible for relocation assistance or sponsorship assistance. _

About the Role:
Fermilab is seeking a Mechanical Technician who under limited supervision and based on extensive experience, academic study, and/or expertise, will provide complex technical support for an area of assignment, typically an experimental or support group. Depending on the area of assignment, fabricates, sets-up, calibrates, operates, tests, repairs, and modifies a wide variety of complex electrical-electronic and/or mechanical equipment, systems, and devices, or performs ES&H duties including environmental surveys, waste disposal, and radiological surveys. As assigned, will perform some or all of the following duties:

What your day-to-day as a Mechanical Technician at Fermilab will look like:

• Fabricating, assembling, installing, and removing a variety of mechanical and/or electrical parts, sub-assemblies, controls, and devices for Laboratory projects/equipment in the area of assignment, based on drawings, diagrams, schematics, and as instructed.
• Assisting in construction, calibration, and assembly of experimental and support equipment for the area of assignment.
• Preparing and testing equipment for operation.
• Procuring and maintaining inventories of small parts, supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Assisting in the implementation and design of equipment and systems.
• Recording work and measurements in electronic forms.
• Generating, or assisting in generating Hazard Analyses for as required work tasks
• Conducting periodic safety inspections of area of assignment. Assisting with the identification, packaging, control, and disposal of radioactive waste. (Training will be provided)
• Assisting in the implementation of design of equipment and systems. Driving quality in all job aspects
• Contributing within a diverse workforce and uphold Fermilab’s dedication to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Skills and Attributes for Success:

• HS degree (or technical certificate or equivalent)
• 3+ years of extensive experience with mechanical systems. May be substituted with comparable military training.
• Must be proficient with safe use and show best practices in use of hand-held power tools and hand tools, such as tubing cutters and benders.
• Experience with brazing and soldering of copper tubing and components is highly preferred.
• Must show proficiency in light fabrication of parts using mechanical drawings, sketches, and verbal instructions.
• Must be proficient working in a Windows PC environment, in particular, and with MS Word and Excel applications
• Ability to work independently following general or detailed verbal or written instructions is required.
• Responsible for performing all duties in accordance with all environmental, safety and health regulations, Laboratory policies, procedures, and practices pertinent to this position.
• Must have good oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must show demonstrated ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
• Ability to work overtime and perform shift work, if requested

Desirable, but not required (Training will be provided)

• Experience with high and ultra-high vacuum systems
• Experience with machining tools
• Forklift qualifications
• Familiarity or experience with handling/or tooling electrical-electronic systems/equipment

Physical Activity and Work Conditions
Human Factors:

Heavy Lifting, Mental Concentration, Sitting, Standing, Tight Work Schedule, Repetitive Motion, Visually Demanding

• Ability to lift to 50 pounds is required.
• Ability to work at heights up to 10-feet is required.
• Ability to work on stairs, ladders, man lifts and to stand for up to 4-hours per day is required.
• Ability to work within the vicinity of vibrating equipment is required.
• Ability to work in confined spaces is required.
• Ability to work in areas of high magnetic fields.
• Occasionally work outdoors.
• Occasionally work in hot environments.
• Ability to legally operate cars and light trucks is required.
• Physical Factors: High Voltage and Oxygen Deficiency Hazard (Training will be provided)
• Ability to meet Oxygen Deficiency Hazard (ODH), tunnel entry, underground, and radiation worker requirements is required.
• Ability to work with epoxies, solvents, glues, and other chemicals is required.

Chemical Factors: Chemicals, Solvent Dust, Epoxies, Fumes, Pesticides, Welding, Combustion

Personal Protective Equipment: Eye/Face Protection, Foot Protection, Hand Protection, Hearing Protection, Respirators.

Work Arrangement:

Please note that the described work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs and is not guaranteed to be final.

• Onsite : This is an onsite role, and the candidate must be able to work from our Batavia office.

Benefits/Perks:

Fermilab offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid time off
• Life insurance
• Short and Long-term disability insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Onsite day care

Why Fermilab:
Fermilab is America’s premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. We support discovery science experiments in Illinois and locations around the world, including deep underground mines in South Dakota and Canada, mountaintops in Arizona and Chile, CERN in Europe and the South Pole.

Pre-Employment Screening:

Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening

Fermilab is dedicated to fostering a safe, productive and drug-free environment. An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

HSPD-12

In accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) new employees 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 includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws. Failure to obtain or maintain such government access authorization could result in the withdrawal of a job offer or future termination of employment.

Foreign Government Sponsored Activities

Fermilab employees, and certain guest researchers and contractors, are subject to particular restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. Such individuals will be asked to disclose any participation for review by Fermilab’s Office of General Counsel.

REAL-ID Requirement for access to Fermilab Campus
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Equal Opportunity Statement

Fermilab is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.