Mechanical Technician III - 3-year Term

Pay range: $28.30–$34.51 per hour (guideline only; actual pay determined by scope, qualifications, internal equity, and external market). A shift differential is paid for second shift.

Responsibilities

• Work one mile underground on a rotating 12-hour shift schedule (10 days on, 10 days off, rotating days to nights every two months).
• Perform physical tasks at elevation using equipment such as scissor lifts.
• Fabricate, set up, operate, test, repair, and/or modify moderately complex to complex electrical, electronic, and/or mechanical equipment, systems, and devices based on technical documentation (drawings, diagrams, 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.

Requirements

• HS diploma (or technical certificate or equivalent) with 5+ years of extensive related experience, or 3+ years of experience at a DOE laboratory or in a technical skill critical to the Lab’s mission (e.g., cryogenics, RF, radiation protection, clean room, etc.).
• Demonstrated experience and advanced knowledge in the assigned technical area.
• Comprehensive knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and/or ES&H technology concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to work on complex projects and assignments independently and collaboratively.
• Capable of operating and maintaining a variety of material handling and lift equipment (e.g., forklifts, hoists, scissor lifts).
• Ability to work underground and at heights, with successful completion of related safety training.
• May be required to legally operate a government vehicle.

Schedule

• Rotating 12-hour shifts: 10 days on, 10 days off, rotating days to nights every two months.

Work Arrangement

Onsite – This role is based full-time at the LBNF-DUNE site in Lead, South Dakota.

Pre-Employment Screening

• Drug-Free Workplace: An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screening, including marijuana and cannabis derivatives (illegal under federal law regardless of state laws).
• Background check: Required for all new employees, including declaration of illegal drug activities.
• HSPD-12 Credential: New employees must obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential, requiring a federal background check investigation.
• Foreign Government Sponsored Activities: Employees may be subject to restrictions related to participation in foreign government-sponsored or affiliated activities.
• REAL-ID: Required for access to the Fermilab campus; virtual interviews may be arranged if equivalent ID is not available.