Superintendent

Full job description What You Will Do


Los Alamos National Laboratory is looking for an experienced Superintendent who is ready to be responsible for managing and overseeing some of the most sophisticated electrical and mechanical facilities and systems in the world.


As a Logistics Superintendent you will be a part of highly creative, diverse, fast-paced, efficient team tasked with tackling the most fascinating and challenging problems in our Laboratories facilities. Here at LANL we are always on the forefront, with industry leading examples of energy efficient and cost-effective facilities.


Our Superintendents are constantly challenged to drive continuous improvement, deliver the highest quality work on schedule and minimizing costs, all while maximizing their mission critical facilities capabilities.


This opportunity requires complete synergy with Facilities Management, Engineering, Planning, Project Management, Material Procurement and Union Craft personnel in the performance of facility preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance and modification work activities.


Depending on the assignment, a Superintendent may be responsible for work activities at a Department of Energy Category II Nuclear Facility, Non-Nuclear Facility, or both.


Superintendent's will also be responsible for maintaining required safety and security training, assuring safety and security compliance, and making safety and security an integral part of every task; to include taking the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is unsafe or compromises security.



What You Need Minimum Job Requirements:


Duties include, but are not limited to:

Moderate level experience directing multi discipline craft in the performance of facility maintenance, facility modification or construction projects. Moderate level knowledge of interpreting various mechanical and electrical documents, specifications, drawings, and schematics. Moderate level of understanding and identifying workplace hazards and implementing safety policies and procedures to mitigate hazards. Moderate level of experience reviewing project plans and coordinating with project team members to develop project cost estimates and execution schedules. Ability to track projects through all stages of execution and provide project updates when requested. Ability to of identify problem areas that could lead to project impacts, track project impacts and to perform trend analysis to provide process improvement ideas to increase efficiency. Moderate to Expert level knowledge of the lock-out/tag-out process. Applicant should display a working knowledge and/or experience working in an operating hazardous facility. Education/Experience: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the position.



Desired Qualifications: Knowledge of environmental laws, regulations and requirements. Experience directing work and understanding of collective union bargaining agreements. Demonstrated ability to learn and utilize a computerized work management system in maintaining and tracking job activities. Demonstrated skill in the preparation and presentation of oral and written reports. Note to Applicants: Please submit a comprehensive cover letter that addresses the minimum and desired requirements of the position, along with a resume.



Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation):

Color discrimination Peripheral vision Depth perception Binocular vision Reading vision Distance vision Ability to speak Ability to discriminate speech Ability to hear high-pitched sounds Ability to smell Ability to hear in a normal range (500 to 3000 htz) Sitting Standing Walking Climbing stairs Climbing Ladders Bending Stooping Crouching Kneeling Crawling Twisting the trunk or back Balancing Reaching overhead Reaching horizontally Reaching down Gripping with the hands Pressing with hands or arms Pushing with hands or arms Pulling with hands or arms Typing or keyboarding Fine motor control Use of both hands Use of both arms Use of both legs Use of both feet Lifting 20-30 pounds Carrying 20-30 pounds Work Environment: Outdoors/Indoors Working overtime or irregular schedule Working off-shift/rotating schedule In a hot environment 90 - 100 F In a dry environment Operation of motor vehicles Work in a noisy environment Work near electrical power supplies Work near sources of ionizing radiation Work with vibrating equipment/machinery Work near machinery with moving parts Headgear or head protection Safety glasses or eye protection Hearing protection Gloves or hand protection Safety shoes or protective footgear Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.



Position commitment: Regular 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 1 year.

Where You Will Work


Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

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) Additional Details Directive 206.2: Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.



Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.



Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information. New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.



Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.



Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.



Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to or call option 1.