Robert Anthony
Engineering Technician III
Job ID: 1072922
Location: USGS Earthquake Science Center, Menlo Park, CA, US
JOB DESCRIPTION:
KBRwyle Technology Solutions, LLC, under contract to US Geological Survey
(USGS), is seeking an Engineering Technician to provide field support in
support of the USGS Earthquake Science Center mission in Menlo Park,
California. The USGS requires installation, operation, and maintenance of
seismic stations in the National Strong Motion Network (NSNM) and Northern
California Seismic Network (NCSN) as part of the Earthquake Monitoring
Project.
The successful candidate will be responsible for a wide variety of
equipment used for seismic monitoring, structural health monitoring, power
distribution, and communications.
Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Installation of new sites and upgrading and maintaining existing sites
with state-of-the-art digital seismic recording equipment. The work
requires understanding of and the ability to install, configure, and
troubleshoot sophisticated electronic components including but not limited
to seismometers, data loggers, power systems, cellular modems, and radios.
- Reconnaissance of structures, utilizing plans, drawings, and records
from previous site visits; documents both structural and non-structural
peculiarities that could hamper system installation, influence transducer
response, or in any way compromise reliable system operation.
- Monitoring of station operations and assisting USGS Technicians in
addressing outages quickly to minimize impacts on the whole system.
- Keeping proper records and documentation, including, but not limited
to, station maintenance histories, field files, landowner information, and
equipment databases. Submits accurate change forms when altering station
configuration. Assist in permitting as required.
- Working with USGS technicians and scientists from USGS and other
institutions on special studies and field response to significant
earthquakes.
- Travel on a frequent basis to station locations in northern California
and the immediate surrounding region.
EDUCATION:
- AA or AS degree plus 2 years of related experience; or in lieu of a
degree, 4 years of related experience
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience performing tasks similar to
those above
- Thorough understanding and experience applying the principles,
theories, and practices of electronics in order to install, repair,
maintain, test, and modify digital electronic circuits, communications
links, and electro-mechanical systems, and observatory quality digital
seismological field equipment with critical tolerance or performance
characteristics.
- Knowledge of and experience with observatory quality digital,
real-time seismograph network field and laboratory operations.
- Knowledge of Advanced National Seismic System (ANSS) field system
equipment, including component and parts compatibility.
- Working knowledge of the installation and operation of seismograph
stations and/or electronic equipment.
- Working knowledge of the use of field seismic network computer
software.
- Must be in good physical condition, having the ability to lift heavy
objects, work in adverse conditions, climb vertical ladders up to distances
of 120 feet, work in confined spaces, and maneuver in tight areas above
building ceilings, to include interstitial spaces.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- General experience using Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
- Attention to detail
OTHER:
- US Citizenship required
- Valid state driver’s license and a safe driving record required
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion,
disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age,
national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or
beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local
law.
Apply online at:
https://kbr.taleo.net/careersection/kbrwyle_external/jobdetail.ftl?job=1072922
Job ID: 1072922
Location: USGS Earthquake Science Center, Menlo Park, CA, US
JOB DESCRIPTION:
KBRwyle Technology Solutions, LLC, under contract to US Geological Survey
(USGS), is seeking an Engineering Technician to provide field support in
support of the USGS Earthquake Science Center mission in Menlo Park,
California. The USGS requires installation, operation, and maintenance of
seismic stations in the National Strong Motion Network (NSNM) and Northern
California Seismic Network (NCSN) as part of the Earthquake Monitoring
Project.
The successful candidate will be responsible for a wide variety of
equipment used for seismic monitoring, structural health monitoring, power
distribution, and communications.
Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Installation of new sites and upgrading and maintaining existing sites
with state-of-the-art digital seismic recording equipment. The work
requires understanding of and the ability to install, configure, and
troubleshoot sophisticated electronic components including but not limited
to seismometers, data loggers, power systems, cellular modems, and radios.
- Reconnaissance of structures, utilizing plans, drawings, and records
from previous site visits; documents both structural and non-structural
peculiarities that could hamper system installation, influence transducer
response, or in any way compromise reliable system operation.
- Monitoring of station operations and assisting USGS Technicians in
addressing outages quickly to minimize impacts on the whole system.
- Keeping proper records and documentation, including, but not limited
to, station maintenance histories, field files, landowner information, and
equipment databases. Submits accurate change forms when altering station
configuration. Assist in permitting as required.
- Working with USGS technicians and scientists from USGS and other
institutions on special studies and field response to significant
earthquakes.
- Travel on a frequent basis to station locations in northern California
and the immediate surrounding region.
EDUCATION:
- AA or AS degree plus 2 years of related experience; or in lieu of a
degree, 4 years of related experience
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience performing tasks similar to
those above
- Thorough understanding and experience applying the principles,
theories, and practices of electronics in order to install, repair,
maintain, test, and modify digital electronic circuits, communications
links, and electro-mechanical systems, and observatory quality digital
seismological field equipment with critical tolerance or performance
characteristics.
- Knowledge of and experience with observatory quality digital,
real-time seismograph network field and laboratory operations.
- Knowledge of Advanced National Seismic System (ANSS) field system
equipment, including component and parts compatibility.
- Working knowledge of the installation and operation of seismograph
stations and/or electronic equipment.
- Working knowledge of the use of field seismic network computer
software.
- Must be in good physical condition, having the ability to lift heavy
objects, work in adverse conditions, climb vertical ladders up to distances
of 120 feet, work in confined spaces, and maneuver in tight areas above
building ceilings, to include interstitial spaces.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- General experience using Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
- Attention to detail
OTHER:
- US Citizenship required
- Valid state driver’s license and a safe driving record required
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion,
disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age,
national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or
beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local
law.
Apply online at:
https://kbr.taleo.net/careersection/kbrwyle_external/jobdetail.ftl?job=1072922
