Medical Manufacturing Mechanic

Caltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world's brightest minds and most innovative tools to address fundamental scientific questions. Join us and be a part of the diverse Caltech community. Job Summary Under limited supervision, this position reports to the observatory deputy superintendent, working closely with all telescope support groups and the Chief Engineer. The Mechanical Technician will perform skilled mechanical installation, maintenance, and repair of observatory equipment. Position is full-time, benefited, and located at Palomar Observatory, located at Palomar Mountain, San Diego, CA. Essential Job Duties Works with the mechanical group in support of facility operations and maintenance. Assembly, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of industrial and scientific equipment, including mechanical power transmission systems, hydraulics, precision mechanisms, opto-mechanical, and structural assemblies. Basic design and fabrication of custom fixtures, devices, or modifications to existing equipment. Participate in the service and maintenance of large telescope optics. Performs equipment rigging, lifting, and setting using cranes, hoists, jacks, and lifting hardware. Updates mechanical drawings and maintains observatory site-based documentation. Tracks current design trends and availability of new technology as applicable to new or upgraded equipment, devices, or processes. Basic Qualifications At least 2 years of relevant experience, resulting in working knowledge of methods, practices, procedures, and tools used in completing major repairs, maintenance, and overhaul of mechanical equipment Skilled in the use of power and hand tools. Skilled in precision mechanical measurement and alignment. Requires knowledge of safety measures related to maintenance and repair work in elevated and confined spaces. of tools and materials. Able to work at a site altitude of 6000'. Heavy rigging experience. Basic knowledge of industrial equipment, electrical power, and control circuits. Skilled in the use of a variety of machine shop equipment, such as lathes, mills, drills, saws, and grinders. Experienced with computer-aided design software. Able to weld, solder, and braze safely and efficiently. Knowledge of Vacuum Coating Systems. Basic computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Required Documents Resume Hiring Range $30.50 - $35.00 per hour The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. Our benefits package includes competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, bereavement, etc.), tuition reimbursement, and more. EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Caltech is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Disability Accommodations Caltech complies with the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you would like to request an accommodation to complete this application, interview, or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please contact Caltech Recruiting at employment@caltech.