Operations Support Specialist Nuclear Facilities

Operations Support Specialist 1 – Nuclear Facilities (DOE/LANL)

Location: Los Alamos, NM | 100% Onsite (TA-55 / PF4)

Compensation: $31–$37/hr

Schedule: 4/12s aligned with subcontractor schedule; may adjust as needed

On-Call/OT: Yes

Duration: Up to 5 years with potential for extension or conversion

Per Diem/Relocation: Yes

Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship Required

Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q Clearance (not required to start)

Why This Role

The Operations Support Specialist 1 plays a key role in supporting mission-critical construction activities within a Hazard Category 2, Security Classification 2 radiological facility at LANL's TA-55 PF4. This position ensures construction and operational deliverables are executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with Laboratory policies and regulatory requirements. You will support the organization and coordination of construction and field controls activities, helping ensure quality, safety, and timely completion of project objectives that directly support the DOE mission.

What You'll Do

• Support oversight of mission deliverables for construction activities and operations, ensuring quality, accuracy, efficiency, and successful completion
• Ensure work is performed safely and delivered on schedule in a Hazard Category 2, Security Classification 2 radiological facility
• Maintain compliance with Laboratory policies and regulatory requirements
• Assist in organizing operations in construction and field controls
• Support timely completion of discrete technical activities or operational projects
• Coordinate with multiple groups within construction projects to ensure proper staffing and execution
• Provide group support services to construction projects
• Promote consistent application of construction engineering standards and practices across projects
• Ensure documentation is adequate and develop documentation when gaps are identified
• Support process improvements to enhance efficiency and compliance
• Provide oversight of workers and subcontractors as assigned
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders and customers
• Support quality control and assurance efforts, including work aligned with NQA-1 where applicable
  
  

Required

What We're Looking For

• S. Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q Clearance
• Experience managing construction activities in a DOE or NRC nuclear/radiological facility
• 5 years of experience in construction, maintenance, or fabrication
• Willingness to work 100% onsite at LANL TA-55 PF4 in a secure environment
• Ability to work a 4/12 schedule and support on-call and OT requirements
• Valid driver's license - driving is required
  
  

Preferred

• Construction management experience specifically in DOE nuclear or radiological facilities
• Experience as a Construction Field Work Supervisor, Fabrication Supervisor, or Responsible (Line) Manager in a work control setting
• Professional and safety certifications relevant to construction within the DOE and nuclear complex
• Experience working within work control processes aligned to quality control and assurance
• Prior experience supporting the DOE mission
  
  

Education & Experience

Associate's Degree in a relevant field and 2 years of relevant experience; OR a combination of education and relevant experience equivalent to 5 years in construction, maintenance, or fabrication.

Mandatory Requirements - Read Before Applying

• Experience managing construction activities in a DOE or NRC nuclear/radiological facility - no exceptions
• S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a DOE Q Clearance
• Ability to work 100% onsite at LANL TA-55 PF4 on a 4/12 schedule