MFC Maintenance Department Manager

Battelle Energy Alliance; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 159,000 - 237,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Relocation package

Education program

Job summary

Battelle Energy Alliance seeks a highly experienced MFC Maintenance Department Manager to guide a 150-person maintenance team across nuclear and non-nuclear facilities in a four‑day work week with Fridays off. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and achieving research milestones at INL.

You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, implement predictive maintenance, and ensure adherence to DOE and industry standards while driving cost-effective, high‑quality outputs aligned with the INL mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or combination of education/experience per DOE Order 426; 8–10+ years in maintenance with 2 years leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance department (~150 employees) to ensure safety and efficiency in all activities.
• Drive continuous improvement and embed human performance improvement tools.
• Develop and manage a human capital plan to maximize performance and quality.

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance management

Human resources

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The MFC Maintenance Department Manager provides strategic leadership and direction for maintenance activities conducted in nuclear, radiological and non-nuclear facilities at MFC.Responsible for leading a department of 150 employees consisting of general foreman, foreman, staff, and all craft disciplines. Responsible for driving proactive improvements within the maintenance department to support the MFC mission more efficiently, effectively, and with high quality results. Our team works a 4x10 schedule located out of our Materials and Fuels Complex (MFC) with every Friday off.

Key functions of the role are:

• Ensure maintenance activities are performed safely and efficiently to achieve research outcomes and milestone commitments
• Lead efforts to ensure general foreman and foreman are implementing the five functions of the management model; organizing, planning, staffing, leading, assessing/improving
• Foster continuous improvement and ensure human performance improvement (HPI) tools and processes are embedded throughout all maintenance work activities
• Responsible for providing leadership and direction in the implementation of the Predictive Maintenance program as developed by the Reliability Engineering Program Lead
• Provide leadership and direction in developing a human capital management plan and manage assigned staff and resources to maximize performance in the execution of maintenance and deliver quality products and services in support of achieving the department goals and objectives
• Responsible for building multi-disciplinary teams with shared goals, accountability and ownership for the INL/MFC mission and foster a culture consistent with the INL mission
• Strategically influence INL maintenance program through participation in the Senior Maintenance Managers Committee
• Responsible to develop working relationships with union representatives, understand collective bargaining unit agreements, and participate in union contract negotiations when scheduled
• Responsible for leading efforts in systematically updated work control documents as part of the Asset Suite upgrade
• Responsible for reviewing division maintenance activities as planned in the Integrated Resource Planning Tool (IRPT) ensure scope has been identified appropriately and resources are available to support work
• Responsible for maintenance budget.

Required:

• Bachelors Degree or combination of education/experience meeting DOE Order 426 and 4 years relevant experience. 8 to 10+ years of professional experience in maintenance type organization with 2 years leadership experience will be considered.
• Must have demonstrated experience managing and overseeing a maintenance organization implemented under DOE O331.C.
• Must have personnel management to include recruiting, developing, rewarding, and personnel management
• Administrative experience with non-represented and represented employees is preferred.
• Must have technical knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems, applicable codes and standards, predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance programs.
• Must be a US Citizen with the ability and willingness to obtain and maintain a DOE "L" clearance.

Preferred Requirements:

• Must have demonstrated experience managing and overseeing a maintenance organization implemented under DOE O331.c
• Must have personnel management experience with hiring, developing, rewarding and managing performance.
• Administrative experience with non-represented and represented employees is preferred.
• Must have a technical knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems, applicable codes and standards, predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance programs.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, and work in an office and field/laboratory environment. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to keyboard or type, handle materials, manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms. The job requires operation of job-related equipment and driving a vehicle. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the public is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Information:

• The target pay range for this position is $158,712 - $237,174 annually. The full pay range is $107,844 - $274,980. At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match (regular positions) or self-contribute access (postdoctoral positions)
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject to multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

At this time, BEA will not sponsor any H1-B visas obtained outside of the United States of America (U.S.A.), including consular visas.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 6,300 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

INL Mission:

Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision:

Our vision is to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements:

To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation:

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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