Facility Condition Assessor (Maintenance Coordinator 1) | Los Alamos, NM | Los Alamos National Laboratory

Facility Condition Assessor (Maintenance Coordinator 1)

What You Will Do

MSS-Data Group delivers critical facility data services and is responsible for the planning, coordination, and execution of infrastructure/asset management across the institution and is also responsible for required DOE and NNSA reporting.

The Data Group within the Maintenance Site Services (MSS) Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is seeking interest from highly talented, motivated and customer-oriented applicants for a BUILDER Facility Condition Assessor. The BUILDER program supports initiatives tied to the management of all real property data in addition to multiple programs as it relates to the planning, tracking and management of facilities and infrastructure projects. The selected candidate will work in a highly motivated and cohesive team to bring forth effective results.

Successful applicants must be self-motivated and be able to work independently, as a member of a team, and work directly with a variety of customers both internally and externally to LANL. This position will work directly with a variety of stakeholders, across multiple laboratory disciplines, to accurately determine facility and equipment inventory and condition. Safety and security are a primary responsibility for all Laboratory employees. The applicant shall maintain up to date required safety and security training, assure safety and security compliance, and make safety and security an integral part of every task, including taking the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is unsafe or compromises security.

Duties for this position include, but are not limited to:
  • Collecting facility data for entry in the BUILDER SMS System utilizing various methods including facility condition assessments, facility management interviews, maintenance documentation, project information, or other institutional documents.
  • Compiling and delivering concise and accurate reports to management and stakeholders.
  • Working with database administrators and stakeholders to ensure data systems meet reporting requirements.
  • Researching, assembling, and/or evaluating data regarding Laboratory programs, industry practices, or applicable regulatory changes affecting facility and infrastructure.


What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

Knowledge & Expertise: Working knowledge of conducting inventory of facility equipment. Ability to understand mechanical, and/or electrical facility maintenance. Ability to understand and interpret various mechanical and electrical documents, blueprints, drawings, and schematics. Ability to understand work hazards, safety practices and lock-out/tag-out policies and procedures for LANL facilities.

Maintenance Operations: Experience participating in the planning and development of short-term and long-range planning of facility condition assessments to meet program requirements. Ability to understand the Laboratory's facility maintenance policies, practices, and procedures. Ability to inspect large complexes, including mechanical/electrical systems, sub-components, and supporting systems.

Business Systems: Experience working with databases to collect, manage, interpret, and report data. Competency with desktop software such as Microsoft Office. Ability to utilize and manipulate a computerized work management system, personal computer software, and site licensed programs in creating and maintaining maintenance reports.

Communication: Knowledge in initiating, compiling, and delivering concise and accurate oral and written presentations on project status, changes, and alternative approaches.

Education/Experience: Position requires a bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years of technical and maintenance related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation): Walking, climbing ladder, and carrying/lifting 5 to 10 pounds.

Desired Qualifications:


  • Demonstrated on-the-job experience or formal education in building construction and systems: electrical, mechanical/HVAC, Fire Protection, Architectural/Structural, etc.
  • Working knowledge of related work hazards and safety programs.
  • Skill in the preparation and presentation of infrastructure condition and analysis reports.
  • Knowledge of the Laboratory's infrastructure and site planning policies, practices, and procedures.
  • Experience working with the BUILDER Sustainment Management System and Condition Assessment Information System (CAIS) for conducting assessments or similar facility condition tracking/projection systems.
  • Engineering or Engineering Technology degree preferred.

Work Location: The work location for this position is hybrid and is located in Los Alamos, NM. Hybrid is defined as working partially onsite/partially offsite but within 2 hours ground commute of this location. All work locations are at the discretion of management and can change at any time with appropriate notice.

Position Commitment:
Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.

Note to Applicants:


  • Applicants must submit a cover letter addressing how they meet the minimum job requirements of the position along with their resume.
  • Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

  • PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • Free basic life and disability insurance
  • Paid childbirth and parental leave
  • Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
  • Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
  • Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
  • Onsite gyms and wellness programs
  • Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Additional Details

Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

Clearance: Q
(Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.

*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Regular Position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.

Internal Applicants:
Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947.