The expected hiring range for this position is:

$31.13-$40.24.

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such the scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

This position is not eligible for relocation, sponsorship, or referral bonus.

About the role: 

Fermilab’s Accelerator Division (AD) is seeking a Senior Fluids Technician to be involved in the support of active accelerators and in the development of future high-intensity physics machines.  As a member of the Mechanical Support Department, the successful candidate will work with engineers, designers, technicians, and scientists to maintain existing fluid systems and build parts and assemblies of new fluids systems. The successful candidate will install, assemble, operate and maintain systems and their components such as pumps, piping, valves and instrumentation for water, fluid and compressed gas systems at pressures up to 200-psig. The successful candidate will also perform ESH&Q duties, waste disposal, and radiological surveys.

What your day-to-day as a Senior Fluids Technician at Fermilab will look like:

• You will install, assemble, operate and maintain fluid systems and their components such as pumps, piping, valves and instrumentation for water, fluid, and compressed gas systems at pressures up to 200-psig, based on drawings, piping diagrams, and sketches as instructed. 
• You will assist in construction and assembly of support equipment. 
• You will prepare and test equipment for operation.
• You will generate or assists in generating Hazard Analyses for work requiring such.
• You will conduct periodic safety inspections of area of assignment. 
• You will assist with the identification, packaging, control, and disposal of radioactive waste.
• You will procure and maintain inventories of small parts, supplies, materials, and equipment.
• You will assist in the implementation of design of equipment and systems and drive quality in all job aspects.
• You may act as crew leader for assigned tasks during the lab accelerator’s extended maintenance period (summer shutdown).

Skills and Attributes for Success:

• Must be proficient in assembling systems using piping diagrams, sketches and verbal instructions. 
• Must be proficient with the safe use of hand-held power tools and hand tools.
• Must be proficient in working in a Windows PC environment, and with MS Word and Excel applications. 
• Ability to work independently following general or detailed verbal or written instructions is required.
• Ability to work mandatory overtime and perform shift work as needed is required. 
• Must have good oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Must show demonstrated ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
• Must show demonstrated ability to achieve team leadership responsibilities.
• Forklift qualifications are preferred.
• Overhead crane qualifications and rigging experience are preferred. 
• Experience with machining tools is preferred.
• Experience with oxy-acetylene brazing is preferred.
• Electrical-electronic experience is preferred.
• Responsible for performing all duties in accordance with all environmental, safety and health regulations, Laboratory policies, procedures and practices pertinent to this position.

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 

• 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.

Work Arrangement:
Please note that the described work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs and is not guaranteed to be final. 

• Onsite: This is an onsite role, and the candidate must be able to work from our Batavia office.

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 
• Onsite day care
   

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.

REAL-ID Requirement for access to Fermilab Campus
Fermilab requires all members of the public to produce a REAL-ID, or equivalent, to access the Fermilab Campus for interviews or career events. A list of acceptable forms of ID can be found here: https://get-connected.fnal.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/REALID-Documents.pdf. If a candidate is selected for an interview but does not possess any of the equivalent documents, we may schedule a virtual interview. 

What To Expect Next:
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