Operations Specialist

This position will be filled at either the Operations Specialist 3 or 4 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.

The Utilities & Infrastructure (UI) Division is responsible for maintaining and operating all the Laboratory's utility systems including electric, gas, sewer, steam, and water. In addition, UI maintains and manages all of the open space on site, including roads and grounds, and the Laboratory's Sustainability Program.

Utilities & Infrastructure (UI) division is seeking a dedicated and skilled Operations Specialist to join the Water, Gas, and Wastewater (WGW) team. Reporting to the UI-WGW Group Leader and working closely with the Operations Manager, this role supports policy implementation and operational excellence while contributing as part of a collaborative team. The position serves as a vital link between maintenance and engineering services to ensure safe and timely achievement of organizational goals.

UI is committed to providing our customers with high-quality, cost-effective utility and tenant support services while promoting sustainability across the site.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Establish work priorities, assign tasks, and oversee day-to-day operational activities.
• Collaborate with UI Operations Managers to ensure LANLs Lockout/Tag-Out (LOTO) function is implemented and managed in alignment with LANLs Hazardous Energy Control procedures.
• Support the Sustainability Metering Team by facilitating the installation of new meters and ensuring existing gas and water distribution meters function correctly.
• Partner with the LANL Integrated Computer Solutions (ICS) team to establish pressure and flow monitoring systems for LANL's gas and water distribution networks.
• Assist in planning, scheduling, and executing operations and maintenance activities.
• Manage fieldwork and review/approve integrated work documentation for job-related activities.

In addition to what was outlined at the Operations Specialist 3, at this level the selected candidate will identify potential project risks, work to resolve using mitigation strategies and corrective actions, and make decisions with limited direction to successfully execute daily maintenance functions. In addition, the higher-level candidate will work closely with managers to ensure that resources are available for the gas, sewer, and water project portfolios and to identify the technical scope, schedule and required budget for successful execution.

The candidate will also be required to participate in the UI Duty officer program.

• Demonstrated experience interpreting various mechanical and electrical documents, blueprints, drawings, and schematics.
• Advanced understanding of work hazards, safety practices, operating configuration, and lock-out/tag-out policies and procedures.
• Working experience inspecting, supervising and/or coordinating craft work on construction and maintenance projects.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to the development of new theories and methods as a process improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.

• Expertise in sanitary wastewater treatment plants, collection systems, and water/natural gas distribution systems.
• Comprehensive knowledge of water distribution system components, including pumping plants and rate control valves.
• Proficiency in water and gas distribution methods, equipment servicing, mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Familiarity with plumbing codes, regulations, and practices, including gas line installation, inspection, repair, and maintenance.
• Experience overseeing water and wastewater laboratory testing.
• In-depth knowledge of compliance requirements for NM water, wastewater, and natural gas regulations.
• A proven ability to guide and direct utility operations and maintenance teams.

Position requires a Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. At this level, post graduate course work may be desirable.

Position requires a Bachelor's Degree and 8 years of related experience; or, an equivalent…