OVERVIEW

Longenecker & Associates (L&A), a Geosyntec Company, seeks a motivated Operational Support Specialist IV to contribute to our mission supporting our work at Los Alamos National Lab in Los Alamos, NM.

We contribute to DOE’s nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts. L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

This position is responsible for oversight of over-arching mission deliverables for construction activities and operations, including the quality, accuracy, efficiency and successful completion of assigned deliverables. This includes being responsible for the safety and timely delivery of work in a Hazard Category 2 Security Classification 2 radiological facility while ensuring the work is done in compliance with Laboratory policies and other regulatory requirements. Responsible for the organization of operations in the areas of construction and field controls.

Ensures the timely completion of discrete technical activities or operational projects; adheres to technical requirements for the project and in coordination of the various groups within the Construction project and ensures that they are properly staffed and executed. Provides timely group support services to assist the various construction projects. Ensures consistent application of construction engineering standards and practices between jobs. Additionally, this position is responsible for ensuring documentation is adequate and developing when it is not, installing and improving processes, managing budgets, providing oversight for other workers and subcontractors, and effectively communicating with stakeholders and customers, and ultimately being responsible for the end-to-end success of the set of deliverables. Prefer prior DOE experience in construction or D&D projects and experience in a work control setting with alignment to quality control, assurance and managing complex issues under NQA-1.

Summary
Day-to-day technical interface between the facility operations organization and the programmatic tenants in a laboratory room or a collection of rooms. Assists in the day-to-day business operations functions and in the development and delivery of facility operations-focused programs, policies, processes, and procedures in support of safe and compliant facility operations. Duties may include, but are not necessarily limited to, providing guidance on governmental regulations and Laboratory guidelines; conducting incident and general issues management investigations and reporting; participating in or supporting readiness reviews for operations; supporting the activity approval process; developing and maintaining required operational documentation and procedural manuals; planning and budgeting; and providing other compliance and/or quality-related support functions including development of training, delivery of facility-level training, tracking and assurance of employee training; property accountability, and access control. Provides other operational/administrative support functions as required.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

A recognized bachelor’s degree in engineering or a technical discipline and minimum of eight (8) years related experience or combination of education and relevant experience.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 15 or more years’ experience in the construction field and 5 years of experience supporting the DOE mission is highly desired.  
• Experience in construction actitives at a DOE Cat II Nuclear or NRC Nuclear Facility.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Ability to obtain a DOE Q Clearance.
• Ability to work in a diverse work environment.
• Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening in accordance with Federal requirements (details below),
• Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Previous qualifications as an Electrical Field Work Supervisor, Field Work Supervisor, or Responsible (Line) Manager, and previous work experience in a DOE Plutonium facility are preferred.

LOCATION

• Los Alamos National Lab – NM
• 4/12 schedule
• ALDPI – TA55
• Duration up to 5 years

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING

Please note that marijuana remains a Schedule I controlled substance under Federal Law. Federal contractors must follow Federal drug-free workplace rules, which prohibit marijuana use, even if medical or recreational use is permitted under State Law.   

SALARY AND BENEFITS

As an L&A employee, you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental), 401K plan, and paid time off. We believe in investing in our employees beyond compensation and as an L&A employee, you will have access to in-house training, career pathing, mentoring, award programs, tuition reimbursement and much more.

L&A is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.