Mechanical Technician

Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory•Batavia, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Mechanical Support Department of Fermilab is seeking a Mechanical Technician I position. Under direct supervision, this role provides routine technical support for an assigned area, typically an experimental or support group.

Requirements

HS Diploma
Possesses and applies fundamental knowledge of electrical, mechanical and/or ES&H technology concepts, practices, and procedures relevant to assigned area.
May be required to legally operate a government vehicle.
Must be able to work from our Batavia office.
Successful completion of a background check and drug screening.
Must obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential.
Must successfully complete and pass a federal background check investigation.
Must produce a REAL-ID, or equivalent, to access the Fermilab Campus for interviews or career events.

Nice To Haves

Relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Conducts routine fabrication, set-up, operation, testing, repairs, and/or modifications for Laboratory projects/equipment in the assigned area, based on drawings, diagrams and schematics.
Assists in construction and assembly of experiment and support equipment.
Prepares equipment for operation.
Assists in testing and calibration of equipment.
Writes procedures for all finished work.
Enters relevant work information into a database and/or personal logbook.
Provides preventive and routine maintenance for a wide variety of instruments and equipment in the assigned area.
Troubleshoots problems and conducts repairs as needed.
Conducts periodic safety inspections of assigned area, including generation of hazard analyses.
Assists with the identification, packaging, control, and disposal of chemical and radioactive waste.
Responds to operational and emergency requirements.
Required to work off-hour shifts or respond to emergency call-ins.
Procures and maintains inventories of small parts, supplies, materials, and equipment.
Assists in the implementation and design of equipment and systems for area of assignment.
Drives quality in all job aspects.
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Abides by and is responsible for performing all duties in accordance with all environmental, health and safety regulations and practices pertinent to this position.