Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Work Control Planner IV to contribute to our mission supporting our work at Los Alamos National Laboratory in Los Alamos, NM.  

L&A is a woman-owned small business and trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. 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

The Work Control Planner IV develops and/or reviews work packages including time, material, and labor estimates, written step-by-step work instructions, procedures, and/or safety and testing requirements for the implementation and control of operations, maintenance, or modification of work activities within a given facility or area. Specific planning duties may be related to mechanical, electrical, chemical and/or radiological equipment, policies, and procedures and may also include resolving work restraints and bringing work packages to final closure.

RESPONSIBILITIES

·       Safety and security are a primary responsibility for all Laboratory employees. Assures safety and security compliance, maintains required safety and security training, and makes safety and security an integral part of every task, including taking the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is unsafe or compromises security.

·       Prepares, reviews, and issues equipment and/or system modification, corrective maintenance, and/or preventative maintenance work packages for unique and/or complex activities in unique and/or complex facilities in accordance with applicable procedures and regulations.

·       Analyzes time and material requirements for unique and/or complex work activities.

·       Prepares detailed specifications for materials and labor estimates for unique and/or complex activities.

·       Takes the lead in developing step-by-step instructions for work for unique and/or complex activities.

·       Manages and expedites established priority of work packages.

·       Prepares and/or reviews efficient and specific instructions for the isolation, containment or de-energization of various unique and/or complex mechanical, physical, electrical, chemical and/or radiological systems according to established procedures and regulations

·       Manages various functional and administrative activities in conjunction with the primary work control/work package development including, but not limited to, permit development, testing requirements, documentation generation, records management, database information management, retrieval and review, and/or training.

·       Understands and adheres to all Laboratory and industry regulatory guidance and governance specific to work control and planning.

·       Ensures all work control results, materials, processes, and final products meet quality specifications and are completed according to established requirements.

·       Fosters a mutually respectful and inclusive work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

·       Position requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 12 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 expected.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

·       Unique knowledge of and broad experience with unique and/or complex work control, materials management, and/or mechanical maintenance,

·       Extensive knowledge and understanding of work hazards, safety practices, operating configuration, and lock-out/tag-out policies and procedures in unique and/or complex facilities,

·       In-depth understanding and ability to interpret various unique and/or complex mechanical and electrical documents, blueprints, drawings, and schematics,

·       Ability to fully utilize and manipulate a computerized work management system in maintaining and tracking work- planning activities,

·       Extensive experience and demonstrated skill in conducting research, investigating alternative solutions, and recommending solution on unique and/or complex problems affecting work control and planning,

·       Ability to fully conceptualize and communicate major elements of work control and planning for unique and/or complex activities, both technical and non-technical personnel,

·       Demonstrated exceptional skill in the preparation and presentation of work control reports,

·       Extensive knowledge and understanding of the Laboratory's work control and facility policies, practices, and procedures,

·       Extensive knowledge and understanding of legal requirements and environmental impacts affecting work control and planning,

·       Ability to self-supervise,

·       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.

LOCATION

·       Los Alamos, NM – Hybrid

·       4/10 schedule

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.