Machinist Apprentice
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Job Location:
Livermore, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We have multiple openings for Machinist Apprentices. You will progress through a 1000 hour training period (eight 6-month steps). You will be required to master all competency-based training and education objectives for each training period before a Journeyman Certificate is issued by the State and/or U.S. Department of Labor. These positions are in the Manufacturing Engineering Section in the Materials Engineering Division (MED) within the Engineering Directorate.
NOTE: This requisition has four to six openings; these are four-year term appointments with the possibility of extension if a Journeyman Machinist position exists at the time of program completion.
You will
- Develop and demonstrate an acceptable understanding of mechanical principles and practical application of shop theory related to the machinist trade through hands-on on-the-job training (OJT).
- Complete all occupational related classroom and job-related instruction during normal work hours and required classroom instruction during off-hours.
- Fabricate/machine parts made from a variety of materials including radioactive and toxic materials.
- Set up and operate basic conventional machine tools.
- Perform standard shop calculations to determine optimum feeds speeds and dimensions.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
- Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.
- High School diploma GED or equivalent with completed courses in shop math and mechanical drawing or blueprint reading.
- Passing score on the LLNL Apprentice level aptitude assessment.
- Basic knowledge and experience with machine shop equipment machine tools measuring instruments and shop accessories.
- Basic knowledge of common materials manufacturing processes and productivity procedures.
- Ability to work in a shop environment with moderate physical labor bending working in close quarters and standing for long periods of time.
- Demonstrated math skills including geometry and trigonometry.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a valid California drivers license with the ability to operate common motor vehicles including a 6000 lb. fork truck.
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
Qualifications We Desire
- Associate degree in machine tool technology mechanical technology or a related field.
- Basic knowledge of CNC machine tools and equipment.
- Basic knowledge of CAD/CAM programming.
- Basic knowledge of Y14.5 geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
Additional Information :
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
- Included in 2025 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!
- Flexible Benefits Package
- 401(k)
- Relocation Assistance
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
- Our values - visit Clearance
This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance. If you are selected we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship.
Pre-Employment Drug Test
External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.
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If you use a medical device which pairs with a mobile device you must still follow the rules concerning the mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas. Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities require separate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings.
Pre-Placement Medical Exam
A job related pre-placement medical examination may be required.
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Electrical Discharge Machining
- Calipers
- FANUC
- CNC Milling Machine
- Machining
- Tooling
- CNC
- CAM Programming
- CNC Lathe
- Micrometer
- Precision Measuring Instruments
- Trigonometry
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