Opto-Mechanical Technician — Laser Ops & Maintenance

University of Rochester; City of Rochester (NY); Sur place; USD 35 000 - 49 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The University of Rochester is seeking an Opto-Mechanical Technician to support the Omega laser system at the Laboratory for Laser Energetics in Rochester, NY. The role focuses on maintenance, calibration, and operation of target positioners, diagnostics, and vacuum systems to ensure instrument readiness.

Ideal candidates bring an associate degree with hands-on experience, the ability to obtain a security clearance, and strong mechanical/optical skills for a team-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree and 2 years of relevant experience required.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must obtain a security clearance.

Responsabilités

• Stand watch as Experimental System Technician/Operator on the Omega Facility.
• Perform preventative maintenance of highly specialized equipment per procedure.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues under the review of a supervisor or subsystem expert.
• Set up radiological containment areas and decontaminating activated hardware.
• Documentation of equipment status and deficiencies.
• Participate in system upgrade projects working under the direction of project manager to collect data, perform assembly, or aid in testing.
• Other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Experimental systems

Radiation worker

PLC control systems

Vacuum systems

Microsoft Office

Formation

Associate degree

Outils

Vacuum systems

Laser handling

PLC control systems

Control software

Description du poste

The University of Rochester is seeking an Opto-Mechanical Technician to support the Omega laser system at the Laboratory for Laser Energetics in Rochester, NY. The role focuses on maintenance, calibration, and operation of target positioners, diagnostics, and vacuum systems to ensure instrument readiness.

Ideal candidates bring an associate degree with hands-on experience, the ability to obtain a security clearance, and strong mechanical/optical skills for a team-driven environment.