Chemistry Waste Facility Operator
Listed on 2026-01-01
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Maintenance/Cleaning
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
What You Will Do
The Chemistry Waste Facility Operations (CWF-WF) Division is seeking an Operator to join our dynamic team. CWF-WF is responsible for the Transuranic Waste Facility (TWF) at Technical Area 63 (TA-63) which provides storage and characterization of newly generated wastes from multiple facilities, improving the Laboratory's ability to ultimately move waste to the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) in southeastern New Mexico.
The selected candidate will report to the CWF-WF Operations Manager and primarily provide facility support to the Operation Center. The operator will qualify for all areas within the CWF-WF portfolio, be a self-starter, receive initial direction and requirements from the Operations Manager, and work as part of a collaborative team. Highly motivated and enthusiastic individuals with strong problem-solving, communication, and team-building skills are encouraged to apply.
You Need Minimum
Job Requirements
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- Ability to understand and identify work hazards, safety practices, operating configuration.
- Ability to understand the Laboratory's facility/operational/computing policies, practices, and procedures.
- Basic computer program skills. Basic skill to conceptualize and communicate major elements of facility equipment and maintenance.
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication.
On the job training will be provided.
Education / ExperiencePosition requires a high school diploma or equivalent and 3 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
DOE Order 426.2Requires High School diploma.
Desired Qualifications- Knowledge of LANL policies and procedures
- Knowledge of Mobile Work Package and/or Asset Suites
- Ability to understand and identify work hazards, safety practices, operating configuration, and experience with lock-out/tag-out policies and procedures.
- Ability to understand and interpret various physical, mechanical, and electrical documents, blueprints, drawings, and schematics.
- Basic skill in investigating alternative solutions and recommending solutions on problems affecting facility equipment maintenance and operations.
- Ability to obtain a "Q" Clearance
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People’s Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People’s Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
For full consideration, please provide a comprehensive resume, which outlines how you meet the minimum and desired skills noted above.
Work LocationThe work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Position CommitmentRegular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 2 years.
Benefits- PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
- Dental and vision insurance
- Free basic life and disability insurance
- Paid childbirth and parental leave
- Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
- Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
- Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
- Onsite gyms and wellness programs
- Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
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