MURR Instrumentation & Control Technician I

University of Missouri-Columbia; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Missouri is seeking a dynamic Instrumentation & Control Technician for the MURR facility. The role focuses on maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing electronic systems across the reactor with emphasis on maintenance and electronics repair.

The position requires an Associate's degree or equivalent and offers responsibilities from installing conduits to troubleshooting complex multi-system faults, with on-site work and on-call duties after training.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Experience setting up and programming PLCs is preferred.
• Ability to understand and troubleshoot instrumentation schematics.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, preventative and corrective maintenance, of electronic equipment and systems.
• Perform calibrations and tests of reactor, facility, and scientific electronic equipment.
• Develop the skills to diagnose causes for malfunctions in complex electronic equipment.
• Assist in the construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of all technical equipment with supervision and automated work order system.
• Perform physical duties such as installation of conduits and cable pulls, and equipment wiring as needed for installation or relocations.
• Operate simple machine tools, hand tools, common electronic instruments, and specialized electronic instruments.
• Communicate moderately complex technical information within the team, through written records, drafting, and verbal suggestions.
• Assist with maintenance of files, technical literature, circuit diagrams, parts lists, inventory records, maintenance records and equipment locations.
• Purchase materials, components, and equipment.
• Diagnose complex multi-system reactor faults through interpretation of indication, annunciation, and alarm systems related to reactor operation and control.
• Test and troubleshoot electro-mechanical control blade drive mechanisms used in reactor power regulation.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

PLC programming

Instrumentation schematics

Maintenance experience

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Job description

Hiring Department

MRR Facility Operations

A life-saving operation in the middle of America - the University of Missouri Research Reactor (MURR) - needs you to help guide its future. MURR is expanding its critical cancer-fighting and medical isotope production.

MURR's reactor is the highest-power university research reactor in the United States, operating at 10 megawatts, 6.5 days a week and 52 weeks a year. The MURR facility enables research across many disciplines - From investigating ancient cultures and how plants respond to their environment, to analyzing industrial materials and developing radiopharmaceuticals that have lifesaving clinical applications. The MURR facility is a reliable resource for researchers, scientists, engineers and students across the country.

Be a part of the future of fighting cancer and saving lives.

Be a part of MURR

Job Description

The University of Missouri Research Reactor (MURR) is seeking a dynamic Instrumentation & Control Technician. This person will take an innovative approach to supporting the MURR facility through maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing electronic systems throughout the reactor. This person should have a background in maintenance and electronics repair.

Key Duties Performed by This Position Will Include

• Perform maintenance, preventative and corrective maintenance, of electronic equipment and systems.
• Perform calibrations and tests of reactor, facility, and scientific electronic equipment.
• Develop the skills to diagnose causes for malfunctions in complex electronic equipment.
• Assists in the construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of all technical equipment with work assignments and guidance received from supervisors and automated work order system.
• Performs physical duties such as installation of conduits and cable pulls, and equipment wiring as needed for the installation of new equipment or equipment relocations.
• Operate simple machine tools, hand tools, common electronic instruments, and specialized electronic instruments.
• Communicates moderately complex technical information within the team, through written records, mechanical drafting, and verbal suggestions.
• Assists with the maintenance of files, technical literature, circuit diagrams, parts lists, inventory records, maintenance records and equipment locations.
• Purchases materials, components, and equipment.
• Diagnose complex multi-system reactor faults through interpretation of various indication, annunciation, and alarm systems related to reactor operation and control.
• Test and troubleshoot electro-mechanical control blade drive mechanisms utilized in the regulation of reactor power.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Successful candidates will be persuasive communicators with exceptional organizational and time management skills. They must demonstrate the following durable skills : leadership, character, collaboration, communication, creativity, critical thinking, metacognition, mindfulness, growth mindset, and fortitude. Additionally, customer service, confidentiality, integrity, and a commitment to university values in their activities.

Must be available for reliable and consistent onsite work

Shift

Monday -Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Hours may vary, and on-call responsibilities will be required upon adequate training.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience setting up and programing PLC (Programable Logic Control).
• Ability to understand and troubleshoot instrumentation schematics.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $23.55 to $29.35 per hour

Grade: GGS-M05

University Title: MURR Instrumentation & Control Technician I

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Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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