OverviewThe Operational Systems Directorate (OSD) leads delivery of PNNL’s 10-year, $1.2 billion campus construction portfolio— the single largest construction and modernization effort in the Laboratory’s history. OSD oversees operations and facility services, maintenance, and infrastructure planning.
A team of nearly 800 staff comprise OSD, spanning in a wide range of disciplines, including craftspeople, engineers, construction professionals, technicians, scientists, administrators, and specialists. Together, they ensure that PNNL’s assets, services, and OSD-led programs are managed and performing safely, securely, reliably, effectively, and efficiently.
The directorate stewards more than $250 million in annual budget authority; managing more than 2.5 million square feet of facility space across two campuses; overseeing approximately 200 regulatory program areas; and executing a multi-million-dollar facility and infrastructure project portfolio.
The Facilities & Infrastructure Operations (F&IO) Division is responsible for operating and maintaining PNNL’s buildings, grounds, and utilities. The F&IO team includes plant engineering, fabrication, craft services, duplicating and mail services, facility program support, relocations, and receiving. F&IO is home to approximately 363 staff including more than 250 bargaining unit (union) staff.
Shielded Facilities Operations is seeking a Nuclear Operations Technician Level 4. This level 4 position is for a senior level technician that has proven experience working safely and successfully with radioactive and hazardous material in and around a variety of environments including hot cells, fume hoods, glove boxes, bench tops and in radiological facilities. Work will support a wide range of research and development projects at the 325 Radiochemical Processing Laboratory. Work will include operation of electromechanical manipulators in hot cells, analytical chemistry, decontamination of radioactive material, preventative and corrective maintenance of radioactive systems, radiological waste management, logging facility systems status, hoisting and rigging, and working with a wide range of laboratory instrumentation and equipment. Work requires precision in following written procedures and conforming to facility conduct of operations.
ResponsibilitiesThe Manager of 325RPL Nuclear Work Team (NWT) or NWT Manager is responsible for managing a team of approximately 15 Bargaining-Unit staff. Staff include Carpenters, Pipefitter, Teamsters, Millwrights, Sheetmetal, and Electricians, who are responsible for maintaining the 325 Radiochemical Processing Laboratory (325RPL) in a mission ready state by performing preventive and corrective maintenance, support to Research & Development staff, and minor construction support.
The NWT Manager assigns and oversees activities performed by Bargaining Unit personnel, supports implementation of the Conduct of Operations program required by DOE O 422.1 for a category 2 non-reactor nuclear facility via appropriate use of HPI tools, ISM, and PNNL’s Safe Conduct of Research principles. The NWT Manager ensures all tasks comply with facility operational limits and is accountable for the performance and results of their team. Responsible for daily Bargaining Unit contract activities, incident investigation, response coordination, staff safety training and task assignments. Maintains strong linkages with facility management, occupants, and other functional organizations and exhibits knowledge of project management, work control, plant operations, quality (NQA-1), radiological controls practices, and environmental, safety and health policies and procedures are required. Demonstrates ability to motivate, guide, direct and manage skilled union labor and resolve sensitive personal matters and problems of a complex technical nature. The NWT Manager is a key contributor to 325RPL’s System Reliability, Hazardous Energy, Fire Protection, Nuclear Maintenance Management, Quality Assurance, Radiological Protection, Conduct of Operations, and System Engineering programs. The NWT Manager is a key member of the management team for short, medium, and long-range facility planning and budgeting and their input impacts departmental plans and priorities to address resource and operational challenges. NWT Manager provides technical guidance to employees, peers, colleagues, and customers and the role requires in-depth conceptual, technical, and practical knowledge in team building, ISMS, work control, quality assurance, radiological controls & planning, nuclear & criticality safety, and worker safety & health.
- Develop and administer work instructions and provide oversight to ensure safe operations.
- Rigorously apply hazardous energy control processes.
- Work within the facility’s safety basis and understand when job scope may have an impact on the safety basis and require investigation.
- Manage budgetary requirements necessary to operate the work center.
- Maintain facility and work center standards. Properly implement Integrated Safety Management Guiding Principles and Core Functions and PNNL’s Safe Conduct of Research principles into every activity.
- Maintain trained, proficient, and qualified staff.
- Perform periodic inspections, walk downs, pre/post job briefs, and resolve complaints.
- Plan, schedule, assign, and maintain work schedule to ensure customer needs are being met. Collaborate with facility management in support of their requests or special projects that may affect staffing.
- Identify, recommend, and implement opportunities for improved operations.
- Acquire services, supplies, equipment, and materials to ensure efficient work center operations. Monitor and maintain a materials, parts, and equipment inventory.
QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:
- BS/BA and 8 years of relevant experience -OR-
- MS/MA or higher and 6 years of relevant experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Progressive experience managing facility maintenance and operations programs in nuclear or DOE-regulated environments.
- Proven ability to lead and develop multidisciplinary teams, including experience working within a bargaining-unit environment.
- Applied working knowledge of DOE Orders 422.1 and 433.1, with demonstrated implementation of Conduct of Operations or Maintenance Management practices.
- Demonstrated success improving safety performance, operational efficiency, or regulatory compliance metrics through effective project management and staff engagement.
- Strong interpersonal and conflict-management skills with a record of building effective cross-functional relationships across technical and operational organizations.
- Ability to think strategically while executing tactically, analyzing complex operational issues and implementing measurable, sustainable improvements.
- Experience using a Configuration Maintenance Management System (e.g., Maximo) to plan and track work activities.
Hazardous Working Conditions/EnvironmentPosition will require working around ionizing radiation, chemicals, and other industrial hazards common to the workplace.
Additional InformationThis position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance.
A security clearance background investigation includes review of your employment, education, financial, and criminal history, as well as interviews with you and your personal references, neighbors, and co-workers to determine trustworthiness, reliability, and loyalty to the United States. The investigation also examines your foreign connections, drug and alcohol use, foreign influence, and overall conduct.
Requirements:
- U.S. Citizenship
- Background Investigation: Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter in accordance with 10 CFR 710, Appendix B.
- Drug Testing: All Security Clearance positions are Testing Designated Positions, which means that the applicant selected for hire is subject to pre-employment drug testing, and post-employment random drug testing. In addition, applicants must be able to demonstrate non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for the 12 consecutive months preceding completion of the requisite Questionnaire for National Security Positions (QNSP).
Note: Applicants will be considered ineligible for security clearance processing by the U.S. Department of Energy if non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for 12 months cannot be demonstrated.
Testing Designated PositionThis position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP). The candidate selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing for illegal drugs, including marijuana, consistent with the Controlled Substances Act and the PNNL Workplace Substance Abuse Program.
About PNNLPacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them!
At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, and flexible work schedules. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3 hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs.
Commitment to Excellence and Equal Employment OpportunityOur laboratory is committed to fostering a work environment where all individuals are treated with fairness and respect while solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PNNL considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at careers@pnnl.gov.
Drug Free WorkplacePNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs.
If you are offered employment at PNNL, you must pass a drug test prior to commencing employment. PNNL complies with federal law regarding illegal drug use. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug. If you test positive for any illegal controlled substance, including marijuana, your offer of employment will be withdrawn.
Security, Credentialing, and Eligibility RequirementsAs a national laboratory, PNNL is responsible for adhering to the Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which require new employees to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identify Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete the applicable tier of federal background investigation post hire and receive a favorable federal adjudication. The tier of federal background investigation will be determined by job duties and national security or public trust responsibilities associated with the job. All tiers of investigation include a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last 1 to 7 years (depending on the applicable tier of investigation). Illegal drug activities include marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.
For foreign national candidates:
If you have not resided in the U.S. for three consecutive years, you are not eligible for the PIV credential and instead will need to obtain a favorable Local Site Specific Only (LSSO) Federal risk determination to maintain employment. Once you meet the three-year residency requirement thereafter, you will be required to obtain a PIV credential to maintain employment. The tier of federal background investigation required to obtain the PIV credential will be determined by job duties at the time you become eligible for the PIV credential.
Mandatory RequirementsPlease be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from having any affiliation with the foreign government of a country DOE has identified as a “country of risk” without explicit approval by DOE and Battelle. If you are offered a position at PNNL and currently have any affiliation with the government of one of these countries, you will be required to disclose this information and recuse yourself of that affiliation or receive approval from DOE and Battelle prior to your first day of employment.
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As part of our commitment to fair compensation practices, we do not ask for or consider current or past salaries in making compensation offers at hire. Instead, our compensation offers are determined by the specific requirements of the position, prevailing market trends, applicable collective bargaining agreements, pay equity for the position type, and individual qualifications and skills relevant to the performance of the position.
Minimum SalaryUSD $130,500.00/Yr.
Maximum SalaryUSD $195,700.00/Yr.
