Power Supply Electrical Technician II

The expected hiring range for this position is :

24.59-$31.78.

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 role is not eligible for sponsorship assistance or relocation.

What your day-to-day as a Power Supply Electrical Technician II at Fermilab will look like :

• Fabricate, set-up, operate, test, repair, and / or modify a wide variety of moderately complex electrical / electronic and / or mechanical equipment, systems, and devices for Laboratory projects / equipment in the assigned area, based on drawings, diagrams and schematics.
• Assist in construction and assembly of experiment and support equipment. Prepare and test equipment for operation.
• Write procedures for all finished work. Enter relevant work information into a database and / or personal logbook.
• Produce reports as assigned. Electronically prepares and compiles technical data and safety records for equipment using databases, spreadsheets, and other appropriate computing software and programs.
• Provide moderately complex technical support and maintenance for a wide variety of instruments and equipment in the assigned area. Troubleshoot problems and conducts repairs as needed.
• Perform ES&H duties, including environmental surveys, waste disposal, and radiological surveys.
• Conduct periodic safety inspections of assigned area, including generation of hazard analyses. Assist with the identification, packaging, control, and disposal of chemical and radioactive waste.
• Respond to operational and emergency requirements. Required to work off-hour shifts or respond to emergency call-ins.
• Procure and maintain inventories of small parts, supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Assist in the implementation and design of equipment and systems for area of assignment. Drive quality in all job aspects. May assist in the design and development of equipment and systems.
• Provide guidance to less experienced technicians. As assigned, may serve as shift supervisor for specific project or task.
• Operate and maintain electrical power conversion equipment used to energize strong field bending magnets within high energy particle accelerators and beam lines.
• Perform lockout / tagout of electrical utilization equipment.
• Perform maintenance on medium voltage switchgear, high-power rectifier transformers (2.8MVA plus), power semi-conductor bridges, industrial & commercial DC power supplies (phase-controlled and switch-mode), high-energy capacitor banks, high-current DC transmission, high voltage systems, low level regulation electronics, PLCs, analog, digital, relay logic, thermal management, etc.

Skills and Attributes for Success :

Physical Activity and Work Conditions Human Factors :

Heavy Lifting, Mental Concentration, Sitting, Standing, Tight Work Schedule, Repetitive Motion, Visually Demanding

Physical Factors :

Chemical Factors : Chemicals, Solvent Dust, Epoxies, Fumes, Pesticides, Combustion engines

Personal Protective Equipment : Eye / Face Protection, Foot Protection, Hand Protection, Hearing Protection, Arc-Rated Clothing, Respirators (dust masks)

Work Arrangement :

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

Benefits / Perks :

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 and is committed to a safe and welcoming workplace by recruiting and developing its workforce without discrimination. Fermilab encourages and considers all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination based on any characteristics protected by law.

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 :

We'll be in touch! If your qualifications are in alignment with the position requirements, one of our recruiters will be reaching out to schedule a phone interview to learn more about your career interests and goals. In the meantime, we encourage you to check us out on Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn, or our About Us page.

Salary : $25 - $32