Operator 2/3

Navy Seabee Foundation; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 54,900 - 103,600; Full time

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory seeks Operators to support real-time facility operations across DARHT, High Explosives facilities, and related areas. The role emphasizes field engagement, coordination among operations, maintenance, and engineering, and strict adherence to work controls.

Positions are offered at Operator 2 or Operator 3 level, with increasing autonomy and responsibility for troubleshooting and maintenance release activities. A hands-on, fast-paced environment is expected.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated reliability and accountability in a field or operational environment.
• Ability to operate independently while maintaining alignment with leadership direction.
• Experience working within safety, procedural, and operational controls.
• Ability to communicate effectively across operations, maintenance, and engineering.
• Working knowledge of facility systems, industrial environments, or equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, procedures, and technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine facility walkdowns to maintain awareness of conditions, ongoing work, and potential risks.
• Support execution of scheduled work by ensuring coordination between operations, maintenance, and engineering.
• Identify and communicate facility issues, hazards, or configuration concerns in a timely manner.
• Support implementation of work control processes, including Integrated Work Management and lockout/tagout.
• Review procedures, work packages, and field conditions to ensure alignment prior to execution.
• Support configuration management by maintaining awareness of facility systems and changes.
• Drive accountability in the field by ensuring work is performed as planned and within established controls.
• Support schedule execution by ensuring work is coordinated, properly planned, and aligned with established work week priorities.
• Monitor facility systems and equipment performance, identifying abnormalities, and responding appropriately.

Skills

Reliability

Independence

Safety awareness

Effective communication

Reading drawings & procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree

Tools

IWM familiarity

Lockout/Tagout knowledge

Job description

Operator 2/3 - Navy Seabee Foundation* About* Scholarships* Events* Heritage* Support* Shop* DonateLos Alamos National Laboratory * 2 active jobs (view)* lanl.jobsPublishedJuly 9, 2026ExpiresSeptember 7, 2026LocationP.O. Box 1663, Los Alamos, United States of AmericaCategoryFacilitiesJob TypeFull-timeLevel of Experience1-5 yearsLink to applicationhttps://lanl.jobs/search/jobdetails/operator-23/4dc4377d-1622-471c-8aa1-7af490d37f17### DescriptionThe Weapons Facilities Operations (WFO) Division is seeking Operators to support mission-critical facility operations across DARHT, High Explosives (HE) facilities, and associated mission areas.This role focuses on maintaining real-time awareness of facility conditions, supporting safe and efficient work execution, and ensuring coordination across operations, maintenance, and engineering in a fast-paced, field-driven environment. It requires consistent field engagement, strong situational awareness, and direct involvement in executing work in the field.This position will be filled at either the Operator 2 or Operator 3 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.**Operator 2 ($54,900 - $84,300)**Performing routine facility walkdowns to maintain awareness of conditions, ongoing work, and potential risks Supporting execution of scheduled work by ensuring coordination between operations, maintenance, and engineering Identifying and communicating facility issues, hazards, or configuration concerns in a timely manner Supporting implementation of work control processes, including Integrated Work Management and lockout/tagout Reviewing procedures, work packages, and field conditions to ensure alignment prior to execution Supporting configuration management by maintaining awareness of facility systems and changes Driving accountability in the field by ensuring work is performed as planned and within established controls Supporting schedule execution by ensuring work is coordinated, properly planned, and aligned with established work week priorities Monitoring facility systems and equipment performance, identifying abnormalities, and responding appropriately**Operator 3 ($66,100 - $103,600)**In addition to the responsibilities outlined at the lower level, Operator 3 candidates are expected to operate with a higher level of autonomy and ownership. This includes troubleshooting facility systems, supporting maintenance release activities, and responding independently to abnormal operating conditions while maintaining safety basis requirements.This position requires a strong field presence and direct engagement with multiple organizations to support mission execution. The selected candidate is expected to maintain active involvement in ongoing work, drive coordination across organizations, and ensure safe and efficient execution of facility operations.Demonstrated ability to operate independently, make sound decisions within defined controls, and elevate issues appropriately is essential. This is a fast-paced, execution-driven environment where priorities shift and real-time judgment is required. This role is not administrative or desk-based. Candidates who prefer primarily office-based work may not find this position to be a good fit### RequirementsMinimum Job Requirements:Demonstrated reliability and accountability in a field or operational environment Ability to operate independently while maintaining alignment with leadership direction Experience working within safety, procedural, and operational controls Ability to communicate effectively across operations, maintenance, and engineering Working knowledge of facility systems, industrial environments, or equipment Ability to read and interpret drawings, procedures, and technical documents Experience identifying and elevating field issues, hazards, or configuration concerns Experience supporting work execution, coordination, and schedule alignment in a controlled environment Working knowledge of Integrated Work Management (IWM), work control processes, and lockout/tagout Ability to track, communicate, and support execution of ongoing work activitiesAdditional Job Requirements for Operator 3:In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:Demonstrated proficiency in facility operations with the ability to perform tasks independently without supervision Experience troubleshooting facility systems and responding to abnormal operating conditions Ability to exercise judgment in facility operations where procedures may not fully define the response Experience supporting or leading maintenance release, lockout/tagout ownership, and system isolation Ability to serve as a point of contact for equipment or system-related issues within assigned areas Experience performing and/or overseeing post-maintenance testing and system acceptance Working knowledge of facility work control systems and safety basis requirements Ability to independently assess facility conditions and take appropriate action to maintain safe and compliant operationsEducation/Experience at lower level: High school diploma or equivalent and 3 years of related experience; or equivalent combinationEducation/Experience at higher level: Associate’s degree and 3 years of related experience; or equivalent combinationDesired Qualifications:Knowledge of LANL policies and procedures Knowledge of Mobile Work Package and/or Asset Suites Experience working in High Explosive Facilities Experience documenting field observations, issues, and work status clearly and accurately Experience working in a team-based operational environment with competing priorities Experience working in a high-consequence, mission-driven, or regulated operational environment Active “Q” Clearance