Lab Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Nine or more years of relevant experience.
• Experience with machinery alignment tools.
• Experience in rotating machinery repair.
• High school diploma.
• Complete training for working in the Cryogenics Group, including training such as forklift, crane and rigging, ODH, Radiation Worker I, and Lockout/Tagout; required upon hire.
• Ability to coordinate work with people outside the department.
• Ability to complete highly complex tasks.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision.
• Knowledge of proper use of hand tools, hardware, and power tools.
• Ability to read and interpret system drawings and machinery manuals.
• Basic computer skills.

Nice To Haves

• Machining experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, rebuild, and operate rotating and reciprocating machinery, including helium screw compressors, helium reciprocating expansion engines, helium turbines, lubricating oil pumps, and associated components.
• Participate in daily operations of several large helium refrigeration plants.
• Start and stop machinery, monitor systems, open and close valves, and receive gas deliveries.
• Maintain vacuum systems to ensure uninterrupted availability of cryogenics.
• Lead other technicians or contractors and monitor job progress professionally.
• Track machinery maintenance records, including spare parts.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision care plans.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Paid time off and leave programs, including paid parental leave, vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• 401(k) plan with a 9% Lab contribution; 100% vested.
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote and alternate work schedules.
• Tuition assistance.
• Training and professional development programs.