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Gas Facility Transportation Specialist 2

Los Alamos National Laboratory

Los Alamos, NM

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Business Solutions, CDL Driver's License, Calendar Management, Chemical Engineering, Class A License, Code of Federal Regulations, Computer Hardware, Customer Support/Service, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Establish Priorities, Facilities Management, Government, Hazardous Materials/Substances, Interpersonal Skills, Inventory Management, Material Moving, Microsoft Office, Microsoft SharePoint, Multitasking, Operational Support, Operations, Operations Management, Operations Processes, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Project Control, Regulations, Research Skills, Safety Compliance, Safety Training, Security Compliance, Transportation Planning, Transportation and Logistics, United States Citizen, Vehicle Driving, Vision Plan, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Los Alamos, NM
POSTED
6 days ago
What You Will Do

The selected candidate will report to the LANL Gas Facility Operations Manager, under Logistics - Packaging & Transportation (LOG-PT) and will provide gas delivery and pickup operational and administrative support to the Gas Facility. The Gas Facility offers a variety of services including but not limited to scheduling & delivery of gas shipments across the Laboratory including specialty gas orders, chemical management, and engineering services. As a member of the Gas Facility's Transportation Specialist team, the selected candidate will be responsible for coordinating daily operational activities on behalf of Gas Facility team members including the delivery and pickup of gasses on-site and off-site (as necessary) and internal and external communications with customers & subcontractors. The Transportation Specialist will be responsible for other tasks, including but not limited to: processes & procedure development, inventory control, and participation in projects and assessments. Quality-related support functions will be requested as needed.

Additional job responsibilities include:
  • Understanding and adhering to all Laboratory and industry regulatory guidance and governance (i.e. DOT, FMCSR, CGA) specific to hazardous materials and governance specific to facility operations.
  • Ensuring all facility operational results, materials, processes, and final products meet quality specifications and are completed according to established requirements.
  • Obtaining a LANL Issued CDL Medical Certificate.
  • Los Alamos National Laboratory Driver Qualification File.
  • Knowledge of laboratory objectives and other statements of policy/practice/procedures.
  • Ability to work extended hours on short notice.
  • Ability to provide driver support on and off-site shipment, which may require 1 to 2 days travel.
  • You will be required to submit a Motor Vehicle Drivers' Certification of Violations, to the LANL Federal Motor Carrier Safety Representative (LANL FMCSR); this report will be validated with the State of New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division, by the LANL FMCSR upon receipt of the Certificate.
  • You may also transport Class 2 nuclear material - in accordance with LANL material control and accountability handbook.
  • Working under general supervision.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:
  • Class A Commercial Driver's License with Hazardous Material and Tanker Endorsements.
  • Working knowledge of gas facility process equipment and operations.
  • Knowledge and experience in hazardous material/compressed gas packaging and transportation.
  • Knowledge of federal, state and local nuclear and hazardous material/compressed gas transport standards, policies and regulations.
  • Knowledge of Pressure Safety & Gas Cylinder Safety.
  • Experience transporting hazardous materials or compressed gases in a government vehicle in accordance with 49 CFR/Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and Compressed Gas Association (CGA) regulations.
  • Experience securing and un-securing compressed gas cylinders/dewars on transport vehicles in accordance with federal motor carrier safety requirements.
  • Experience with required safety and security training, assuring safety and security compliance, and making safety and security an integral part of every task.
  • Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communications.
  • Exceptional customer service, organizational skills, and ability to interact with all levels of personnel.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with business software (e.g., MS Office, Sharepoint, etc.) computer hardware, and working in an office setting.
  • Demonstrated experience in decision making, organizing, and prioritizing tasks, attention to detail and taking initiative.
  • Experience with planning and scheduling work activities, and the ability to multitask.
  • Demonstrated skill in conducting research, investigating alternative solutions, resolving discrepancies, and recommending solutions on problems affecting daily operations.
  • Demonstrated experience in execution of written procedures.

Training/Certifications:
  • Must complete training requirements for Authorized Shipper/HMPT training.
  • Must be willing to train to 49 CFR Hazardous Material/Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
  • Must be willing to train & qualify as a Department of Transportation (DOT) Authorized Shipper for all Hazard Class 2 Materials.

Education/Experience: Position requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience related to the occupation.

Desired Qualifications:
  • Current LANL Issued CDL Medical Certificate.
  • Los Alamos National Laboratory Driver Qualification File.
  • Knowledge of laboratory hazardous material transport standards, policies, and regulations.
  • Knowledge of laboratory objectives and other statements of policy/practice/procedures.

Note to Applicants: Please provide a comprehensive cover letter that details how you meet all the requirements for this position.

Essential Job Functions(can perform with or without reasonable accommodation): Vision, speech and hearing; General physical mobility

Work Environment: Protective clothing and environment

Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

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 one year.
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 (paid sick, vacation, 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 Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, 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 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 1-505-665-4444 option 1.

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