Mechanical Technician - Engineered Systems Tec

The AOT-OPS Targets and Experimental Support Team enables world class scientific research at the LANSCE proton accelerator. Our team oversees several neutron spallation targets at the Los Alamos LANSCE proton accelerator, and provides operational and fabrication support to other accelerator teams.

During beam delivery our team works on weekly rotating on-call shifts (with on-call pay). We operate and maintain several radioactive water cooling systems, vacuum systems, and a helium refrigeration system that liquifies hydrogen to 20K which supports low energy neutron science research.

Our team provides diverse capabilities to LANSCE including:

• Welding
• Machining
• Material handling
• Radiological work
• Cryogenics/vacuum/pressure system fabrication
• Remote handling services utilizing robotic tools

We are looking for a hands-on problem solver who thrives in a collaborative, high-impact R&D environment.

• Become qualified to operate and maintain (with oversight) radioactive cooling water systems, and cryogenic systems.
• With oversight, assist in fabrication, testing, installation, and troubleshooting of mechanical hardware.
• Perform and provide support for heavy lifting operations with forklifts and overhead cranes.

• Perform all items above with less oversight.
• Develop technical solutions to difficult problems.
• Ability to independently troubleshoot mechanical and electrical components.

This position will be filled at either the EST-2 or EST-3 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.

• Ability to perform diagnosis of failures or malfunctions, replace defective components, and perform basic troubleshooting using detailed drawings, manuals, and verbal and/or written instructions.
• Assist in the design, fabrication, test and checkout of equipment and systems.
• Ability and willingness to be placed on a rotating 24/7 on-call schedule with other team members.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a technical team.
• Demonstrate ability to evaluate problems and recommend effective solutions.

In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:

• Additional experience, education, or training in design, fabrication, and/or testing of mechanical systems.

Position requires a high school diploma and a minimum of three years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Position require an Associates' Degree in a related field and a minimum of 3 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

The selected candidate will be expected to obtain their 1L Target Operator qualification within 2 years of hiring. This is an extensive training program to develop competence to independently operate all water, cryogenic, and vacuum systems serving the 1L target.

• Knowledge and experience with installation, testing, repair, and maintenance of pressure systems, and/or vacuum systems.
• Experience in machining, welding and/or general fabrication techniques.
• Experience with drafting detailed system schematics/P&'s.
• Experience following formal procedures.

• Work around radiological, chemical, mechanical, and cryogenic hazards
• Wear multiple layers of PPE and respiratory protection during radiological work
• Participate in a 24/7 rotating on-call schedule
• Lift up to 50 lbs and climb stairs and ladders

The work location for this position is onsite and located at TA-53 (LANSCE Accelerator) in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 2 years.

This position does not require a Q clearance.

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