Mechanical Technician

We Are:

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 at 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.

We are strategic risk takers, innovators, and collaborators. We are engineers, scientists, technicians, administrative professionals. We are 1,800 employees advancing knowledge for the benefit of humankind. Fermilab has been at the forefront of particle physics for more than 40 years. We build world-leading accelerators and detectors to conduct some of the most advanced particle physics experiments possible. We collect and analyze the data from those experiments with some of the most powerful computers in the world. We conduct this research on a 6,800-acre prairie, 35 miles outside Chicago, a treasure that has been designated a National Environmental Research Park.

You will:

• Work onsite at our Batavia Illinois site
• Fabricate, assemble, install, and remove 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.
• Assists in construction, calibration, and assembly of experimental and support equipment for the area of assignment.
• Prepares and tests equipment for operation.
• Procure and maintain inventories of small parts, supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Assist in the implementation and design of equipment and systems.
• Record work and measurements in electronic forms.
• Generate, or assist in generating Hazard Analyses for as required work tasks
• Conduct periodic safety inspections of area of assignment. Assists with the identification, packaging, control, and disposal of radioactive waste. (Training will be provided)
• Assist in the implementation of design of equipment and systems. Drives quality in all job aspects
• Contribute within a diverse workforce and uphold Fermilab's dedication to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

We are looking for:

• 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.

Relocation is not available for this position.

Fermilab is an Equal Opportunity Employer and believes a diverse and inclusive environment based on mutual respect is essential to our mission. Fermilab is committed to recruiting and developing the most hardworking people and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, country of birth, geography/postal code, disability, marital status, parental or gestational status, or other non-merit factor.

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