Vehicle and Equipment Mechanic

The expected hiring range for this position is:

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.

Position is typically for a 6 month to 1-year term with the possibility of being extended as appropriate.

This position is not eligible for relocation assistance or sponsorship assistance.

About the Role:

We are looking for a Vehicle and Equipment Mechanic to inspect, repair, and maintain the Laboratory's vehicles or equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation and conformance with federal and state environmental and safety requirements.

What your day-to-day as a Vehicle and Equipment Mechanic at Fermilab will look like:

• Performing routine and preventive service/maintenance on Laboratory vehicles or equipment and trailer systems including, but not limited to, engine, ignition, fuel, electrical, hydraulic, heating/cooling, transmission, brake, and lubrication.
• Analyzing reported problems in various systems. Performing tests, diagnosing, and correcting/repairing operating problems. Dismantling and rebuilding as needed.
• Inspecting Laboratory vehicles or equipment to ensure conformance with federal and state environmental and safety requirements.
• Repairing and replacing individual parts as necessary.
• Providing in-field repair services when necessary.
• Maintaining required service/repair documentation and records.
• Maintaining stock of frequently used mechanical and electrical parts and fixtures needed for servicing or repairing of Laboratory vehicles or equipment.
• 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.

Skills and Attributes for Success:

• Two years of automotive technical school with 1+ years of hands-on experience or a high school diploma with 5+ years of experience.

Applicable Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Possesses a valid Commercial Driver's License A or B without air brake restriction, as needed in the area of assignment.
• Knowledge of and has mastered the methods, procedures, tools, and equipment used to perform an assigned brake service or inspection task.
• Ability to perform the assigned brake service or inspection by reason of experience, training, or both as follows:
• Has successfully completed an apprenticeship program sponsored by a State, a Canadian Province, a federal agency or a labor union, or a training program approved by a State, Provincial, or Federal agency.
• Or has a state or Canadian province certificate that qualifies the person to perform the assigned brake service or inspection task (including passing the Commercial Driver's License air brake tests in the case of a brake inspection).
• Or Has brake-related training, experience, or a combination totaling at least one year.

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.

Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening

Fermilab is dedicated to fostering a safe, productive, and drug-free work environment. As part of the hiring process, candidates must successfully complete a background check and drug screening. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings.

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.

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.

What To Expect Next:
We'll be in touch! If your qualifications are in alignment with the position requirements, one of our recruiters will be reaching out to schedule a phone interview to learn more about your career interests and goals. In the meantime, we encourage you to check us out on Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn, or our About Us page.