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Staff Technician (posted March 30, 2018)
Based in Safford, Arizona, and located on Mt. Graham, the Large Binocular Telescope Observatory (LBTO) seeks candidates for the position of Staff Technician. The Large Binocular Telescope represents a major advance in astronomical research capabilities and is the largest optical/infrared telescope in the world.
The selected candidate will report to the LBT Observatory Manager or designate at the telescope and work on a variety of complex equipment, perform routine maintenance, repair, installation work and/or build prototypes. Activities are usually concentrated in a specific field of expertise such as mechanical, electrical, electronics, computer applications or instrumentation, but require extensive familiarity with different scientific, engineering and technical disciplines.
The selected candidate will work a varying shift schedule at the telescope on Mt Graham. This schedule will be comprised of four days per week with 10 hour shifts.
Candidates must be able to perform his/her duties at an altitude of 10,500 feet and travel up and down the mountain each day in a car pool from base camp.
Minimum Qualifications
- Ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.
- Able to lift and carry objects weighing at least 50 pounds.
- Able to perform duties at an altitude of 10,500 feet
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience with telescopes or other precision electro-optical-mechanical systems.
- Maintenance experience with complex systems.
- Trained in any or all of the following areas: boom and scissor lift operation, forklift operation, proper use of PPE, fall arrest, first aid / CPR / AED, crane operation, rigging, ladder safety, lockout/tag out, and arc flash.
To apply, follow this link: https://uacareers.com/postings/26150
More information on the UA Employee Benefits: http://www.hr.arizona.edu/benefits
Resources for UA Prospective Employees: http://employment.arizona.edu/
Based in Safford, Arizona, and located on Mt. Graham, the Large Binocular Telescope Observatory (LBTO) seeks candidates for the position of Staff Technician. The Large Binocular Telescope represents a major advance in astronomical research capabilities and is the largest optical/infrared telescope in the world.
The selected candidate will report to the LBT Observatory Manager or designate at the telescope and work on a variety of complex equipment, perform routine maintenance, repair, installation work and/or build prototypes. Activities are usually concentrated in a specific field of expertise such as mechanical, electrical, electronics, computer applications or instrumentation, but require extensive familiarity with different scientific, engineering and technical disciplines.
The selected candidate will work a varying shift schedule at the telescope on Mt Graham. This schedule will be comprised of four days per week with 10 hour shifts.
Candidates must be able to perform his/her duties at an altitude of 10,500 feet and travel up and down the mountain each day in a car pool from base camp.
Minimum Qualifications
- Ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.
- Able to lift and carry objects weighing at least 50 pounds.
- Able to perform duties at an altitude of 10,500 feet
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience with telescopes or other precision electro-optical-mechanical systems.
- Maintenance experience with complex systems.
- Trained in any or all of the following areas: boom and scissor lift operation, forklift operation, proper use of PPE, fall arrest, first aid / CPR / AED, crane operation, rigging, ladder safety, lockout/tag out, and arc flash.
To apply, follow this link: https://uacareers.com/postings/26150
More information on the UA Employee Benefits: http://www.hr.arizona.edu/benefits
Resources for UA Prospective Employees: http://employment.arizona.edu/
You can search vacant positions at the University of Arizona (and LBTO) by visiting the Human Resources website here: https://uacareers.com/postings/search