Maintenance Technician in the Experimental Hall

Part of a team of eight Experimental Hall Operators, your missions are the following:

• Ensure the safe day to day operation of the experimental stations (= beamlines);
• Provide assistance to beamlines experiencing operational difficulties or equipment failure;
• Supply assistance to users for basic laboratory and workshop services;
• Participate in preventive maintenance.

The Experimental Hall Operators are also directly involved in the safety response to emergencies (first aid, fire alarms), in close collaboration with the ESRF Central Control Room.

80% of your working time will be on shifts according to a definite schedule and the remaining 20% will be performed during office hours and/or on “standby”.

Expected profile

• You should hold a technician degree (BSc, Licence, HND, HNC, BTS, DUT, Bachelor, Meister, Vordiplom, Perito, Laurea Triennale, Diplomatura, Ingenieria Técnica or equivalent) in a technical field;
• 5 years minimum of professional experience, preferably in a services environment;
• Professional experience in one or more of the following fields: mechanics, electronics, fluids and vacuum technology;
• Previous experience in shifts work and safety would be an asset;
• Good communication skills in both English and French;
• English proficiency (working language at the ESRF).

Working conditions

The salary will be calculated on the basis of relevant qualifications and professional experience.

Do you recognize yourself in this description? Apply now for your next professional adventure!

What we offer:

1. Join an innovative international research institute, with a workforce from 38 different countries;
2. Collaborate with global experts to advance science and address societal challenges;
3. Come and live in a vibrant city, in the heart of the Alps, and Europe’s Green Capital 2022;
4. Enjoy a workplace designed to support your quality of life;
5. Benefit from our competitive compensation and allowances package, including financial support for your relocation to Grenoble.