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Golden, Colorado, United States
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Join the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR), where world-class scientists, engineers, and experts are accelerating energy innovation through breakthrough research and systems integration. From our mission to our collaborative culture, NLR stands out in the research community for its commitment to an affordable and secure energy future. Spanning foundational science to applied systems engineering and analysis, we focus on solving complex challenges to deliver advanced, secure, reliable, and cost-effective energy solutions. Our work helps strengthen U.S. industries, support job creation, and promote national economic growth.
At NLR, you'll find a mission-driven environment supported by state-of-the-art facilities, multidisciplinary research teams, and strong collaborations with industry, academia, and other national laboratories. We offer robust professional development opportunities, and a competitive benefits package designed to support your career and well-being.
NLR's Advanced Building Equipment Research group has an opening for a research technician. This position will support hands-on research and development of building components and systems with a focus on new efficient and affordable technologies. The technologies of interest include a full range of HVAC systems, water heaters, refrigeration, major appliances, lighting, and energy management systems. The successful candidate will assist in development, preparation and operation of R&D experiments under supervision of engineering staff. This includes working with engineers and scientists to design, fabricate and conduct experiments, to set up computers and controls, and to monitor equipment. The key duties of this position include:
· Leads and is responsible for maintenance of experiments, sensors and laboratory facilities. Job requires ability to troubleshoot and maintain complex mechanical and electrical equipment and intricate experiments.
· Special attention to all aspects of safety is a priority; Technician must maintain a safe operating environment in accordance with NLR’s policies and procedures.
· Work responsibilities may include supporting field test work including limited travel.
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* Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.
· High School Diploma or equivalent and 7 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience. Or, relevant Associate's Degree or certification program of comparable scope and 5 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience.
· The successful candidate will be able to sit for long periods of time, safely lift loads up to 50 lbs, and work safely from a ladder for extended periods.
· Ability to interpret schematics and construct apparatuses to match; to generate schematics and drawings representing an as-built system; and to clearly explain the function of components and the system design decisions.
· The successful candidate will be computer literate including full fluency in Microsoft Office.
· Familiarity with and commitment to security, health, and safety (ES&H).
Demonstrated ability to work independently.
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The anticipated closing window for application submission is up to 30 days and may be extended as needed.
NLR takes into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, a potential new employee’s salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.
* Based on eligibility rules
NLR is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace in accordance with the federal Drug-Free Workplace Act and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug.
If you are offered employment at NLR, you must pass a pre-employment drug test prior to commencing employment. Unless prohibited by state or local law, the pre-employment drug test will include marijuana. If you test positive on the pre-employment drug test, your offer of employment may be withdrawn.
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at NLR you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard basis of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic partner status, military or veteran status, national origin/ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding), sexual orientation, and any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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