On Call Target Systems Expert

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Batavia, IL, USA
In-Office
30-115 Hourly
Mid level
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The Role
Provide on-call technical expertise for operation and troubleshooting of accelerator target stations, including radiological disposal, procedure development/review, system readiness, and transfer of subject-matter knowledge. Support timely resolution of operational issues, deliver specialized reports and guidance, and perform duties in compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
Summary Generated by Built In

The expected hiring range for this position is:

$30.00-$115.00.

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.

About the Role:

Fermilab's Target Systems Department is seeking the assistance of an On-Call Target Systems Expert in operation of target stations and associated functions (radiological disposal, writing and reviewing procedures, etc).
The On-Call Target Systems Expert supports the operation of target stations by providing technical assistance, troubleshooting, and operational guidance. This position helps maintain system readiness and ensures timely resolution of issues affecting target station operations and associated functions.

What your day-to-day as an On Call Target Systems Expert at Fermilab will look like: 

  • Providing unique periodic/special reports and expert advice to assigned area.
  • Providing specialized or unique skills in the development and implementation of Fermilab's project, program, or experiment. 
  • You will be considered a subject matter expert, providing guidance, skills, and interpretation of technical knowledge relative to assigned area.
  • You will transfer knowledge and/or skills in research/development of assigned project and defines accountability to professional subordinates.
  • Performing other duties as assigned by supervisor.
  • Abiding by and being responsible for performing all duties in accordance with all environmental, health and safety regulations and practices pertinent to this position.

Essential Skills and Competencies for Succes:

  • May vary based upon assignment.

Applicable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

  • Specialized and/or unique skills, experience, and knowledge relevant to the assigned area. 

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.

Pre-Employment Screening:

Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening  

Fermilab is dedicated to fostering a safe, productive and drug-free environment. An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

HSPD-12

In accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) new employees are required to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a federal background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws. Failure to obtain or maintain such government access authorization could result in the withdrawal of a job offer or future termination of employment.

Foreign Government Sponsored Activities

Fermilab employees, and certain guest researchers and contractors, are subject to particular restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. Such individuals will be asked to disclose any participation for review by Fermilab's Office of General Counsel.

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. 

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.

Skills Required

  • Specialized skills, experience, and knowledge relevant to target station operations and radiological disposal
  • Provide technical assistance, troubleshooting, and operational guidance for target stations
  • Ability to work onsite at Fermilab Batavia facility
  • Pass background check and drug screening
  • Obtain and maintain HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) credential (must pass federal background investigation)
  • Comply with all environmental, health, and safety regulations and practices relevant to the position
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The Company
2,571 Employees
Year Founded: 1967

What We Do

Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (Fermilab) is America's particle physics and accelerator laboratory. Its mission is to serve as a world leader in neutrino and particle physics, pushing the frontiers of foundational discovery, opening new avenues of science, and transforming results into technologies that benefit society. The lab designs, builds, and operates world-leading accelerators and detectors to solve the mysteries of matter, energy, space, and time.

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