Facility Operations Specialist

US Western Area Power Administration; Elverta (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

US Western Area Power Administration is seeking a Facility Operations Specialist with responsibilities spanning facilities and operations management, COOP, FEMP program support, and COR duties. The role involves analysis work in facilities maintenance and coordination across projects and contractors.

Qualified candidates should demonstrate experience in maintenance program management, contractor oversight, budgeting, and multi-site project coordination within a utility environment.

Qualifications

• Developing and managing a long-term maintenance program for utility facilities or related installations.
• Managing construction and maintenance operations performed by contractors and negotiating modifications.
• Assist in developing budget requirements and tracking expenditures for projects.

Responsibilities

• Working conditions can be sedentary but may involve site visits.
• Wear Arc Rated protective clothing near energized circuits when in proximity to equipment.
• Occasional entry into confined spaces during inspections and investigations.

Skills

Maintenance planning

Contractor management

Budgeting

Project management

Job description

This position is part of the Western Power Administration (WAPA). As a Facility Operations Specialist, with responsibilities in the areas of Facilities and Operations Management, Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP), Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP), Performance Work Statement (PWS) development and Contract Officer Representative (COR) duties and analysis work in all areas of Facilities Maintenance.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To be considered minimally qualified for this position, you must demonstrate that you have the required specialized experience and/or education for the respective grade level(s) in which you are applying:

Specialized experience for this position is defined as:

1. Developing and managing a long-term maintenance program for a utility maintenance office, electric utility facilities/substations, rights of way, or other special-purpose installations.


2. Managing construction and maintenance operations performed by a variety of contractors, a broad knowledge of safe electric utility practices, common electric utility tools and equipment, and the ability to negotiate contractual modifications.


3. Assist in developing the budget requirements for assigned projects, track and report expenditures to date, provide efficient communication of budget proposals, funding, execution and reconciliation.


4. Manage projects and procurements across multiple field offices and remote utility facilities.

"Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Limit your resume to no more than two (2) pages. If more than two pages are submitted, only the first two pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility and qualifications.

Working Conditions: The work is mainly sedentary, but may require walking, carrying of light items such as briefcases, notebooks, work papers, and/or drive a motor vehicle. Work does involve entering confined spaces where individual must navigate around moving equipment and maintain balance. May be exposed to high noise from equipment, dust, high heat or extreme cold while inspecting and investigating equipment or building problems. The incumbent must wear Arc Rated protective clothing when in proximity to exposed energized circuits.

Physical Effort: Work is usually performed in an office setting that is adequately lighted, ventilated, and climate controlled. The work involves everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety precautions. Work will include visiting construction sites and maintenance mechanical rooms with proper PPE for hearing protection, safety shoe and hard hats.