Maintenance Planner 3/4

N3b La; Los Alamos (NM); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

N3B in Los Alamos, NM seeks a Maintenance Planner 3/4 to develop work packages for corrective and preventive maintenance under ISMS. You will define scope, perform JHA, determine controls, and route the package to SMEs for approval, documenting required tools and materials for safe execution.

This role reports to the Integrated Work Control Program Manager and requires CMMS proficiency, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to lead portions of complex tasks.

Qualifications

• Proficient in facility maintenance planning incl. systems engineering, safety/authorization basis, CM, and upgrades.
• Strong researching and problem-solving skills for complex maintenance issues.
• Understanding of hazard analysis, ISMS and OSHA requirements.
• Ability to lead tasks with broad objectives and develop new processes.
• Experience with CMMS and DOE nuclear environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical work instructions for corrective and preventive maintenance.
• Interface with requester to define the scope of work.
• Serve as SME for Integrated Work Control Process.
• Facilitate scoping and hazard analysis walkdowns with SMEs.
• Identify Lock Out/Tag Out procedures as needed.
• Involve SMEs during review/approval and incorporate feedback.
• Own the work package from initiation to close out.
• Execute Change Control when revisions are required.
• Use CMMS to status and track work packages.
• Participate in schedule meetings for status updates.

Skills

Facility maintenance planning

Systems engineering design

Safety/authorization basis

Configuration management

Work control

Facility control systems

Major construction projects

Upgrades and renovations

Research & problem solving

ISMS knowledge

OSHA requirements

MS Office

CMMS software

DOE nuclear experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in appropriate discipline

5 years relevant experience

9 years relevant experience

Education equivalency

Tools

CMMS software

MS Office

Job description

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Maintenance Planner 3/4

Position Location:

This position is located in Los Alamos, New Mexico.

Los Alamos is a tight-knit mountain community that consistently ranks as one of Livability.com’s Best Small Towns in America. The city is a top spot for outdoor enthusiasts as it has more than 120 hiking and biking trails, and residents enjoy easy access to the Pajarito Mountain Ski Area. Thanks to the University of New Mexico-Los Alamos’ presence in the area, Los Alamos also has a college-town vibe that’s a major draw for young professionals, families and retirees.

Position Summary:

The Maintenance Planner develops work packages for Corrective and Preventive Maintenance in accordance with Integrated Safety Management System principles. The Planner will interface with all stakeholders and ensure that appropriate Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) participate in the planning process. The planning process includes the following: Define the Scope of Work, identify the hazards by performing a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), incorporate required controls into the work instructions, and route the work package to appropriate SMEs for approval. In addition, the planner will be responsible for documenting special tools, equipment and materials required for the safe execution of the work package and will assist in the Work Request screening process.

This position reports to the N3B Integrated Work Control Program Manager.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities (may include, but are not limited to):

• Develop technical work instructions for Corrective and Preventive Maintenance in accordance with Integrated Safety Management System principles.
• Interface with Work Task requestor to fully define the scope of work.
• Serve as the Subject Matter Expert for the Integrated Work Control Process.
• Interface with other Subject Matter Experts to facilitate Scoping and Hazard Analysis (JHA) walkdowns.
• Engage appropriate SMEs to identify appropriate Lock Out / Tag Out (LOTO) procedures, as necessary.
• Involve required SMEs during work package review/approval and incorporate feedback throughout the process.
• Own the work package from initiation to close out, including records disposition.
• Execute the Change Control Process when conditions require a revision of the work instructions.
• Use Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) software to statues and track work package during the planning process.
• Participate in Schedule Meetings to provide work package status updates and ensure alignment with site priorities.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities):

• Proificent experience with facility maintenance planning including systems engineering design and maintenance, safety/authorization basis, configuration management programs, work control, facility control systems, major construction projects, and upgrades and renovations.
• Proficient knowledge in conducting research, investigating and identifying alternative solutions to solve complex problems affecting facility maintenance and administration.
• Full understanding of work hazards, safety practices, operating configuration
• Proficient knowledge of Integrated Safety Management Systems (ISMS) implementation, and OSHA requirements for safe work performance.
• Able to perform duties and tasks that are varied and complex.
• Able to serve as a resource to others in the resolution of problems and issues.
• Level of language skills, mathematical skills, communication skills, reasoning ability and computer skills necessary to perform essential functions of the job.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) required.
• Able to develop approaches for new or improved processes.
• Ability to work with broad objectives, with latitude to determine the best way to accomplish tasks.
• Able to lead certain aspects of a task or project.
• Must be able to complete and maintain all training and qualifications required for the position.
• Experience in using Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) software is preferred.
• Prior US Department of Energy Nuclear experience is preferred.

Education and Experience Required:

Level 3: Bachelors' degree in appropriate discipline combined with 5 years relevant experience. However, a combination of education and relevant experience wherein the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the position’s duties and responsibilities have been adequately demonstrated is acceptable.

Level 4: Bachelors' degree in appropriate discipline combined with 9 years relevant experience. However, a combination of education and relevant experience wherein the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the position’s duties and responsibilities have been adequately demonstrated is acceptable.

Education Equivalency: 1 years of relevant experience for 1 year of college.

Benefits and Salary:

N3B offers all full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes 401(k) with employer matching, medical, dental, vision, paid PTO, and more. Starting salary will be commensurate with experience and education.

Business Associations:

Level 3: Represents organization as a prime contact on contracts or projects. Interacts with senior internal and external personnel on significant matters often requiring coordination between organizations.

Level 4: Serves as consultant to management and special external spokesperson for the organization on major matters pertaining to its policies, plans, and objectives.

Impact:

Level 3: Exerts some influence on the overall objectives and long-range goals of the organization. Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve objectives would normally have a serious effect upon the administration of the organization.

Level 4: Effects of decisions are long-lasting and heavily influenced the future course of the organization. Errors in judgment or failure to achieve results would result in the expenditure of large amounts of company resources.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

Light Work Category - Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. The employee exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

Safety, Security, and Quality:

While working to achieve N3B LLCC objectives, the Maintenance Planner will ensure all activities and operations are performed in a safe and deliberate manner to include protecting the confidentiality and integrity of Personally Identifiable Information (PII). This role will maintain required safety, security and operational training; assure procedural and regulatory compliance; and make safety, security and quality an integral part of every task; including taking the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is unsafe or compromises security.

N3B is an equal opportunity employer. N3B will ensure no applicant for employment or employee is denied equal opportunity because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs.