Work Control Planner 4

Omega Technical Services; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 185,000 - 227,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Career growth opportunities

Competitive pay

Job summary

Omega Technical Services in Los Alamos is seeking a Work Control Planner 4. This senior position plays a vital role in developing, reviewing, and closing complex work packages critical to operations in a regulated environment.

The candidate will ensure that all work packages comply with safety and operational guidelines while leveraging extensive experience in facility systems and procedure development. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 12 years of direct experience or over 20 years of experience without a degree.
• Demonstrated experience in regulated environments.
• Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen.

Responsibilities

• Develop and finalize work packages for operations.
• Prepare detailed work instructions and safety documentation.
• Ensure compliance with DOE Orders and safety basis requirements.

Skills

Work control package development

Knowledge of facility systems

Procedure writing

CMMS usage

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CMMS (e.g., Maximo)

Job description

Work Control Planner 4

Location: US‑NM‑Los Alamos

ID: 2026‑1159

Position Type: Full‑Time

Location Type: Onsite

Pay Range: USD $185,000.00 - USD $227,000.00 /Yr.

About Us

Omega Technical Services is a Service‑Disabled Veteran‑Owned Small Business and a trusted partner to the Department of Energy, Department of Defense, and other commercial clients, supporting mission‑critical projects that shape national security and technological innovation. Our culture is defined by leadership, initiative, and trust. Our values drive meaningful outcomes and long‑term impact.

Overview

Omega Technical Services is seeking a highly motivated Work Control Planner 4 to support ongoing operations Los Alamos, NM. This position plays a vital role in advancing critical mission objectives within a highly regulated and technically demanding environment.

The Work Control Planner 4 is a senior‑level planning professional responsible for developing, reviewing, and closing complex work packages in support of operations, maintenance, and modification activities within assigned facilities or technical areas. This role supports work control execution by producing high‑quality, compliant work packages, including labour, material, and time estimates; step‑by‑step work instructions; procedures; safety documentation; and testing requirements. The Work Control Planner 4 operates with a high degree of autonomy, resolves work restraints, interfaces with multiple disciplines, and ensures work is planned and executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with DOE and LANL requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and finalize work packages for operations, maintenance, and modification activities.
• Prepare detailed, step‑by‑step work instructions, procedures, safety requirements, and testing documentation.
• Develop accurate time, labour, and material estimates to support work execution and scheduling.
• Plan work involving mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiological systems and equipment.
• Resolve work constraints and planning issues, including coordination with engineering, safety, maintenance, and operations stakeholders.
• Ensure work packages comply with DOE Orders, LANL policies, safety basis requirements, and facility procedures.
• Support work execution through package revisions, field walk‑downs, and close‑out activities.
• Bring work packages to final closure, ensuring documentation accuracy and completeness.
• Utilize Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and procedure‑writing tools to support planning activities.
• Participate in field walk‑downs, including outdoor environments and climbing fixed ladders as required.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 12 years of direct experience or over 20 years of direct experience without a degree.

Qualifications

• Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Ability to obtain DOE Q‑Clearance (active clearance not required to start).
• Demonstrated experience developing and executing work control packages in an industrial, nuclear, or highly regulated environment.
• Strong working knowledge of facility systems, including boilers, HVAC (including JP systems), and facility/facility support systems.
• Experience in facility maintenance and/or construction environments.
• Proven experience with procedure writing and development.
• Prior experience in Work Control Planner and/or Work Control Manager roles.
• Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) (e.g., Maximo or equivalent).
• Ability to work 100% on‑site (no split schedules; remote work only case‑by‑case and not long‑term).
• Ability to operate a government vehicle.
• Ability to perform field walk‑downs, including climbing fixed ladders and working outdoors.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting DOE, LANL, NNSA, or other national laboratory environments.
• Background in nuclear facilities, nuclear reactor operations, U.S. Navy (nuclear or conventional), or private nuclear industry.
• Experience with facility system planning, including complex mechanical and HVAC systems.
• Advanced experience with procedure writing software and tools.
• Familiarity with Maximo Asset Management, Hitachi systems, X‑Maximum, or similar platforms.
• Certified Facility Manager (CFM) certification.
• PPA (Policy & Procedure Author) certification or equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor junior planners or support work control teams in a leadership capacity.

Work Schedule

A 40 hour work week is scheduled. Client utilizes various work schedules including 5/8s (8 hour/day; five days per week), 4/10's (10 hours/day; four days per week), and 9/80s (9 hours/day, five days on week AA and four days on week BB). Work week excludes Client holidays. Each workday has 30‑minute lunch. Overtime will be expected at times to meet deliverables and will be utilized at the discretion of the Manager.

Why Omega Technical Services

Omega Technical Services is a Service‑Disabled Veteran‑Owned Small Business and a trusted partner to the Department of Energy, Department of Defense, and other commercial clients, supporting mission‑critical projects that shape national security and technological innovation. Our culture is defined by leadership, initiative, and trust. Our values drive meaningful outcomes and long‑term impact.

At Omega Technical Services, you'll work alongside elite subject matter experts who thrive on being challenged, innovation, and collaboration. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to grow your career in a mission‑first, people‑focused environment.

When you join Omega Technical Services, you're not just starting a job, you're building a career that honors the past, powers today's progress, and accelerates the most vital missions of tomorrow.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Omega Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.