Facility Operations Specialist

Department of Energy Headquarters; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Energy Headquarters in Washington, DC seeks a Facility Operations Specialist to oversee quality assurance inspections of a large facilities management contract and to supervise building systems operations, maintenance, repairs, and related services.

The role involves evaluating contractor performance, coordinating facility activities, and ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards across DOE facilities in the Washington area.

Responsibilities

• Inspect facilities, building systems, and contractor work to identify deficiencies, verify compliance, and initiate corrective action.
• Plan and coordinate facility operations, maintenance, repairs, alterations, construction, and other building services to meet operational requirements with minimal disruption.
• Develop facility contract requirements and provide technical oversight of contractor performance, deliverables, schedules, and work progress.
• Analyze facility operations and building requirements, resolve operational problems, develop cost estimates, and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Respond to facility emergencies and coordinate with management, contractors, customers, and other organizations to maintain safe and continuous building operations.
• Acquire property, supplies, and facility services using authorized procurement methods and maintain required purchasing, funding, invoice, and procurement documentation.

Job description

Open: September 4, 2026 — Closes: September 10, 2026

Summary

This position is part of the Office of Management, Department of Energy. As a Facility Operations Specialist, you will perform Quality Assurance Inspections of some aspects of a large multi-million dollar per annum facilities management contract that includes operation and maintenance of building systems.

Major Duties

The Office of Management office works to plan and coordinate the operation and maintenance of the Forrestal or Germantown building and grounds; office space occupied by DOE employees in Government-owned and/or leased space; formulation and management of the team's budget in accordance with the Working Capital Fund (WCF); We are truly honored that DOE has been named America's #1 Best Employer for Veterans in 2023 by Forbes-not only among Government agencies, but among employers across the U.S. We are so proud of this ranking which reflects our commitment to the employment of veterans. As so many veterans at DOE renew their service to our Nation, we are deeply committed to their success and advancement. Veterans shape the future of energy As a Facility Operations Specialist, you will: Inspect facilities, building systems, and contractor work to identify deficiencies, verify compliance with requirements, and initiate corrective action. Plan and coordinate facility operations, maintenance, repairs, alterations, construction, and other building services to meet operational requirements with minimal disruption. Develop facility contract requirements and provides technical oversight of contractor performance, deliverables, schedules, and work progress. Analyze facility operations and building requirements, resolves operational problems, develops cost estimates, and recommends improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness. Respond to facility emergencies and coordinates with management, contractors, customers, and other organizations to maintain safe and continuous building operations. Acquire property, supplies, and facility services using authorized procurement methods and maintains required purchasing, funding, invoice, and procurement documentation.