I & C Technician

Classification Title:Instrument and Controls (I & C) Technician

Grade:Rate Group 32X10 (ATLC)

Requisition No.:2820 BU

Number of Positions:1

Location:ORNL

Organization: Mission Operations

Department: Facilities Maintenance

Project Assignment:ORNL Nuclear Operations

Posting Date: 10/27/2026

Closing Date: 11/3/2026

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Instrument (I&C) Technician

•Install new or refurbished mechanical and electrical equipment as needed

•Must be able to apply electronics, physical science and mathematical knowledge to fabricate, repair, test or modify analog or digital instrumentation for measurement, calibration, or calculating devices.

•Must be able to apply instrumentation principles including transducing, calibration, signal measurement, measurement of physical quantities, operation of test equipment, detecting and receiving devices. Build and troubleshoot common logic circuits.

•Construct and troubleshoot the interface with software and hardware, programmed control systems and simulation. Monitor, control, troubleshoot, and correct digital and analog systems.

•Participate in the qualification training program for ORNL Instrumentation Maintenance technicians.

•Must be able to read, understand, and follow job specific work packages and procedures.

•Know and understand core functions of the Integrated Safety Management System. Could be involved in: defining the Scope of work; Analyzing hazards, Developing/Implementing Hazard Controls; Performance of Work within controls (to include the authority to stop work); and Feedback/Improvement.

•Must be capable of using the appropriate PPE for the work being performed including full face respirators, powered air purifying respirators, typically Level C&D protective clothing, fall protection, and hearing protection.

•Must be able to work at elevated heights, climb stairs and ladders.

•Report unsafe or potentially unsafe conditions to supervision and/or Facility Management.

•Work only on the systems, devices, and activities for which they are trained and authorized.

Prior Training or Qualifications:

•Qualification for Instrument Technician work is based on a combination of classroom training, formal Instrument Technician trade, military, college or other training, work experience and on-the-job training. Experience may be a combination of, or include formal technical related education courses, hands-on field or classroom lab work that may or may not result in licenses or certifications

•DOE L or Q security clearance or the ability to obtain the same.

•Must possess a valid driver’s license

•Skills in specific job duties must be acquired through classroom and on-the-job training periods. Must have ability to pass required site training (e.g., GET/Parkworker, HAZWOPER, RWII, etc.)

•Must complete the qualification training program for ORNL Instrumentation Maintenance technicians.

•Must be able to work safety around hazardous chemicals and radiological hazards, following procedural requirements.

•Ability to participate in physically demanding work while wearing personal protective equipment including respiratory protection.

•Must be able to work independently and as a team member.

Functional Requirements:

The functional requirements necessary to perform the duties for this position include but are not limited to:

•Must be able to pass a drug screen, physical, and must be able to be medically qualified to wear a respirator, wear required hearing protection and required fall protection.

•Use the appropriate PPE for the work being performed including full face respirators, powered air purifying respirators, typically Level C&D protective clothing.

•Able to lift 30 lbs., climb ladders, work at elevated surfaces, in open excavations, confined spaces, etc.

•Ability to understand environmental, safety, and health requirements applicable to work at a DOE facility.

•Work in indoor and outdoor activities in all weather conditions to include extreme heat and cold weather conditions.

•Be physically able to do considerable walking, lifting, bending, stooping, crouching, carrying, etc.

•Must be able to work in Beryllium, Mercury, and Lead contaminated facilities, and radiologically controlled environments.

Education:

•High School diploma or equivalent

Experience:

•Completion of a United States Department of Labor-recognized apprenticeship program (proof of completion required) in the relevant craft/trade and a minimum of five (5) years of experience in the relevant trade/trade OR

•Where one has not completed a United States Department of Labor-recognized apprenticeship program in the relevant craft/trade, a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in the relevant craft/trade in an industrial and/or commercial setting.

•Qualified Electrical Worker candidates will be preferred

•Candidates with work experience in nuclear facilities will be preferred.

UCOR prohibits smoking in enclosed areas, including company vehicles.

NOTE 1:Candidates eligible for 3161 status must so indicate on their résumé or cover sheet and provide a copy of their 3161 Preference-In-Hiring Eligibility form with their résumé. Section 3161 of the National Defense Authorization Act requires UCOR to give preference-in-hiring to qualified 3161 eligible displaced Department of Energy (DOE) contractor employees before other external hiring on DOE-funded work is considered. To be 3161 eligible, you must have worked for a DOE contractor on or before September 27, 1991.

NOTE 2:Only web applications will be considered.

TO APPLY:

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UCOR is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran