Lighting Technician

Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory is hiring a Lighting Technician within the Facilities division. In this exciting role, you will provide labor support with routine interior/exterior lighting washing/relamping/repairs; rewire fixtures; replace ballasts; replace lamp holders; adjust/repair/replace switches and remote low voltage control systems for lighting on 120V, 277V, and 480V lighting systems.

We’re here for the same mission, to bring science solutions to the world. Join our team and YOU will play a supporting role in our goal to address global challenges! Have a high level of impact and work for an organization associated with 17 Nobel Prizes!

• Exceptional health and retirement benefits, including pension or 401K‑style plans
• Opportunities to grow in your career – check out our Tuition Assistance Program
• A culture where you’ll belong – we are invested in our teams!
• In addition to accruing vacation and sick time, we also have a Winter Holiday Shutdown every year.
• Parental bonding leave (for both mothers and fathers)

• Perform routine interior/exterior lighting maintenance, washing, relamping, repairs, and retrofits.
• Rewire fixtures; replace ballasts, dimmers, igniters, capacitors, lamp holders, switches, and low‑voltage lighting controls on 120V, 277V, and 480V systems.
• Install and retrofit LED, fluorescent, and H.I.D. lighting systems, including sensors and photocells, to meet sustainability standards.
• Troubleshoot lighting system malfunctions and adjust brightness, color temperature, and lens types to client needs.
• Perform Life Safety preventive maintenance and repairs for emergency lighting, exit signs, and ELDD compliance.
• Replace exterior poles/lights at varying heights and operate lifts, scissor lifts, boom trucks, and hand/power tools safely.
• Read blueprints, follow verbal/written instructions, attend safety meetings, and comply with all policies and safety procedures.
• Create and complete work orders, job logs, material quotes, training requirements, and accurate time reporting using Maximo and LETS systems.

• Demonstrated experience in performing lighting fixture/lamp maintenance.
• Must possess all the qualifications and skills of a journey‑level lighting technician (5 year apprenticeship and minimum of 3 years at journey level, total of 8 years.
• Completion of formal apprenticeship or technical training in Lighting.
• Must have a valid California Driver’s license.
• Familiarity with applicable OSHA safety regulations pertaining to the electrical construction trade.
• Working knowledge of the regulations associated with asbestos abatement (EPA & Cal OSHA); knowledge of the UBC, National Electrical Code (NFPA 72/70 and 101), and Life Safety Code as related to commercial and industrial buildings; understanding of biological and chemical hazards in the area of construction safety.
• Ability to troubleshoot, repair, and replace ballasts.
• Experience using multimeter test equipment.
• Working knowledge of and ability to implement lockout/tagout.
• Good written and oral communication skills, including ability to write close out and log notes and a
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to use computers and tracking systems.
• Ability to work under the pressure of time, adverse weather conditions, customer demands, and backlog constraints.
• Ability to work under general direction, demonstrating good judgment and technical knowledge with a high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to work extended workday/weekend assignments and be available to respond to emergency callbacks when necessary.
• Able to climb stairs, ladders, and scaffolds; work at heights; work in confined spaces, around rotating equipment, under fluorescent lights; able to bend, stoop, kneel, crawl; manual dexterity in both hands; able to lift 50lbs. to chest height; distinguish colors and use color codes.
• Able to operate equipment such as man lift, scissor lift, and boom‑type lift trucks and experience using vehicle equipment (man lift, scissor lift, boom‑type trucks, etc

• Knowledge of LBNL Facilities layout, key personnel, procedures governing stores issues, safety program, and facilities design requirements.