What are the responsibilities and job description for the Opto-Mechanical Technician II position at University of Rochester?
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Job Location (Full Address):
250 East River Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14623Opening:
Worker Subtype:
RegularTime Type:
Full timeScheduled Weekly Hours:
40Department:
220548 LLE-Laboratory for Laser EnergWork Shift:
UR - Day (United States of America)Range:
UR URG 107 HCompensation Range:
$23.06 - $32.29The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities:
GENERAL PURPOSE:Ready to jump start a new career?
Do you have a strong technical aptitude?
Do you have experience working with lasers and optical systems?
If so, the University of Rochester’s Laboratory for Laser Energetics (LLE) is looking for you! Here at LLE, we take pride in being a national resource for research and education in both science and technology! Our focus is on using lasers to create fusion energy! Pretty cool, right?! You have the chance to join our team! LLE is looking for its next Laser Sources Technician.
A Laser Sources Tech is responsible for:
- Supporting the operation of equipment and instrumentation for laser physics experiments
- Precision alignment of optical systems
- Troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues
- Performing preventative maintenance
- Supporting engineers in design and installation of new equipment
- Performing all the functions above according to defined procedures and in a manner that ensures the safety of equipment and personnel.
What’s needed to be successful in this role:
- Strong technical aptitude and reasoning skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and rapidly adapt to changing priorities
- Ability to work in a cleanroom environment
- Ability to lift to 50 lbs. and navigate stairs and ladders
- High degree of manual dexterity
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills—must be willing and able to operate in a collaborative and inclusive team-oriented environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn additional software
- Ability to work in presence of active laser amplifier head which create repetitive noise and flashlamp light at 5 Hz
- Shift flexibility is required (Morning and Evening shifts)
You’re a great candidate for this role if you:
- Have availability to work second shift (1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.)
- Have experience with optical, mechanical, electrical systems
- Have experience with handling precision optical components or aligning laser systems
- Are proficient with reading and interpreting mechanical and electrical schematics
- Have technical writing experience
- Are self-motivated and attentive to detail
How to qualify for this role:
- Have an associate degree in optics or technology/engineering field and 1-year experience in a technical field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
EOE Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Disabled:
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Salary : $23 - $32
