Lawrence Berkeley National Lab's (LBNL) Facilities Division is offering an exciting opportunity to work with world leaders in science, and be a part of a team that will advance science and influence the world.

The Plant Maintenance Technician will install, repair, and maintain equipment and systems critical to Laboratory operations and the pursuit of world-class science. You will perform varied tasks essential to day to day operation of the plant facilities systems, completes preventive maintenance, makes small and complex equipment repairs, monitor and respond to control systems alarms, and performs emergency repairs and equipment replacement when needed.

Berkeley Lab is located above UC Berkeley, on 202 acres that house over two million square feet of state-of-the-art scientific centers and support facilities. The Lab's mission encompasses many scientific fields, and its buildings include supercomputing facilities, genetic sequencing labs, laser labs, microscope facilities, and office complexes. Thirteen Nobel Prizes have been associated with Berkeley Lab.

Responsibilities:

• Operate, maintain, & make mechanical, non-electrical repairs to low and high-pressure boilers, pneumatic actuated devices, air handlers, vacuum systems, pressurized gas and hydronic water systems, pumps, blowers, compressors, cooling towers, and DI/RO Water Systems.

• Operate Facilities Monitoring & Control System (FMCS). Monitor and respond to alarms and abnormal site conditions.

• Perform various preventative and corrective maintenance tasks on a wide variety of fixed and portable equipment, including but not limited to Boilers, Air Compressors, Engine Driven Generators, Air Handling Units, Exhaust Systems, Cooling Towers, Fix Treatment Units, Pressure Control Valves, High-Pressure Gas Manifolds, Large and Small Pumps, and underground utilities.

• Respond to mechanical and system emergencies to identify safety hazards, prevent damage to property, and assess needs.

• Utilize test and safety equipment as required to perform assigned tasks efficiently and safely.

• Inspect, test, evaluate, and maintain the operation of critical equipment and systems in order to provide a safe and reliable facility infrastructure to the research community.

• Implement lockout, tag out (LOTO), and complex LOTO procedures.

• Comply with LBNL implementation of health and safety policies and other applicable Federal, State, and local fire, health, safety, and environmental protection policies.

Additional Responsibilities as needed:

• In direct support of research, processes perform fabrication, installation, and maintenance of highly sophisticated experimental equipment from engineering specifications, drawings, sketches, or verbal instruction.

• Support the maintenance and operation of above-ground storage tanks (AST) and underground storage tanks (UST).

Minimum Qualifications:

• Knowledge of various machinery and mechanical equipment including engines, motors, hydraulic systems, emergency generators, pumps, air compressors, roll-up doors and power gates.

• Must have four years of work experience in the field of mechanical maintenance, plant operations, installation, or fabrication; or completion of a recognized four-year apprenticeship program in plant maintenance or completion of an accredited two-year program with two years of work experience; or an equivalent combination of documentable military or industrial training and work experience.

• Ability to diagnose and effect appropriate corrective actions without detailed instruction.

• Ability to read piping diagrams and blueprints.

• Able to climb stairs, ladders, scaffolds, work at heights, in confined spaces, around rotating equipment, under fluorescent and other artificial lighting, able to bend, stoop, kneel, and crawl. Must have manual dexterity in both hands as well as the ability to lift 60lbs. to chest height, and distinguish colors adequately to utilize color-coding.

• Ability to use computers effectively for record-keeping and communication. Ability to write intelligible and presentable reports.

• Able to communicate clearly over telephone and two-way radio.

• Must have a valid California Drivers License.

Additional Desired Qualifications:

• Completion of the Laboratory's Qualified Electrical Worker program or ability to become QEW 1 qualified within 12 months.

• Experience working with underground utilities such as water, wastewater, and natural gas.

The posting shall remain open until the position is filled.

Notes:

• This is a full time career appointment.

• Full-time, M-F, non-exempt (hourly paid) from overtime pay.

• This position is represented by a union for collective bargaining purposes.

• Salary will be predetermined based on collective bargaining agreements set rates.

• This position may be subject to a background check. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment.

• Work will be primarily performed at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA.

Learn About Us:

Working at Berkeley Lab has many rewards including a competitive compensation program, excellent health and welfare programs, a retirement program that is second to none, and outstanding development opportunities. To view information about the many rewards that are offered at Berkeley Lab- Click Here.

Berkeley Lab (LBNL) addresses the world's most urgent scientific challenges by advancing sustainable energy, protecting human health, creating new materials, and revealing the origin and fate of the universe. Founded in 1931, Berkeley Lab's scientific expertise has been recognized with 13 Nobel prizes. The University of California manages Berkeley Lab for the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Science.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Berkeley Lab is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. Berkeley Lab is in compliance with the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision under 41 CFR 60-1.4. Click here to view the poster and supplement: "Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law." Berkeley Lab is committed to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accountability (IDEA) and strives to hire individuals who share these same values and commitments.

Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups presently considering scientific research careers.