Hot Cell Maintenance Technician I

Hiring Department MRR Facility Operations Job Description This position plays a critical role in supporting MURR’s mission by ensuring that radioisotope production and research operations continue with minimal interruptions. The Maintenance Technician will perform preventative and emergent maintenance on highly specialized equipment, including hot cells, glove boxes, manipulators, and other systems essential to medical isotope production and research activities. The unique environment of MURR requires strict adherence to complex security, health, and safety protocols. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a highly regulated, technical setting. Key Responsibilities Perform routine and emergent maintenance on production and research equipment to ensure continued and uninterrupted operations. Maintain and repair hot cells, manipulators, glove boxes, and associated mechanical systems. Conduct preventative maintenance inside glove boxes and on glovebox equipment. Maintain accurate and current documentation of all maintenance activities and repairs. Manage spare parts inventory and ensure critical components are stocked and available. Identify opportunities for improvements in maintenance processes and methods; propose and support implementation of approved changes. Troubleshoot technical issues efficiently while maintaining strict adherence to safety and security requirements. Support the overall maintenance function to ensure the Research Reactor can reliably fulfill its mission. Working Conditions Work is performed in a secure, highly regulated laboratory and reactor environment. Must be able to work in confined spaces, wear protective equipment, and lift/move moderately heavy equipment or materials. Occasional after-hours or on-call work may be required in response to emergent maintenance needs. Shift Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm, 40 Hours per week Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary. Preferred Qualifications Mechanical aptitude is preferred. Maintenance experience preferred. Anticipated Hiring Range Hiring Salary: $27.00 per hour Grade: M05 University Title: Hot Cell Maintenance Technician I Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR. Benefit Eligibility This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA Accommodations To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.