Mechanical Technician III - Installation (Lead)

Technician III At Fermilab

A Technician III is sought to join Fermilab's Long-Baseline Neutrino Facility (LBNF) and Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE) Project team in Lead, South Dakota. The LBNF / DUNE Project is hosted by Fermilab in Batavia, IL, with participation from universities and laboratories around the world. The project includes construction of a beamline and near detector at Fermilab and a large underground detector at the Sanford Underground Research Facility (SURF) in Lead, South Dakota. LBNF / DUNE will design and construct one of the largest proposed neutrino experiments in the world over the next several years. Under general supervision, this position provides moderately complex to complex technical support for an assigned area, typically an experiment or support group. Work may include fabrication, setup, operation, testing, repair, and / or modification of mechanical and / or electrical systems and equipment, as well as environmental, safety, and health tasks.

What Your Day-To-Day As A Technician III At Fermilab Will Look Like :

• Work one mile underground on a rotating shift schedule (12 hour days with 10 days on and 10 days off, rotating days to nights every two months) A shift differential is paid for second shift.
• Perform physical tasks at elevation using equipment such as scissor lifts.
• Fabricate, set up, operate, test, repair, and / or modify a variety of moderately complex to complex electrical, electronic, and / or mechanical equipment, systems, and devices based on technical documentation such as drawings, diagrams, and schematics.
• Act as a point person for technical issues in the assigned area, assisting with construction, assembly, and preparation of experimental and support equipment for operation using appropriate diagnostic tools or software.
• Write, update, and test procedures and documentation for all finished work; enter relevant information into logs or databases and produce reports as assigned.
• Troubleshoot and conduct repairs on instruments and equipment; provide ongoing maintenance and technical support.
• Conduct periodic safety inspections and hazard analyses of the assigned area, supporting safe work practices in all activities.
• Perform ES&H duties such as environmental surveys, waste disposal, radiological surveys, and packaging hazardous or radioactive waste for shipment.
• Respond to operational needs and emergency requirements, including off-hours and call-ins as necessary.
• Procure and maintain inventories of parts, tools, materials, and equipment, including requisitions.
• Assist with the design, development, and implementation of equipment and systems related to LBNF / DUNE project tasks, contributing to continuous improvement and quality outcomes.
• Provide guidance to less experienced technicians or contractors and may serve as a shift supervisor for specific projects or tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Abide by and be responsible for performing all duties in accordance with environmental, health, and safety regulations and Fermilab policies, procedures, and practices.

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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

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.

Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening :

Fermilab is dedicated to fostering a safe, productive, and drug-free work environment. As part of the hiring process, candidates must successfully complete a background check and drug screening. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings.

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.

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