North Wind Services is actively seeking individuals who can contribute to national security within the science, technology, and engineering fields as part of our supplemental labor team at vital federal research and development installations supporting the Department of Energy. NWS has an established history of contributing to the success of their customer’s mission. Available employment opportunities may range from administrative and logistical support to advanced technical positions.
Essential Duties:
- Support the strategic direction for integrating the work control-related requirements, processes, and procedures into the institutional maintenance processes; prioritize the requirements and processes based upon Institutional impact and apply project management principles to create and execute projects that implement the strategy.
- Drive institutional changes in existing maintenance, facility management, or technical asset management processes necessary to support effective and efficient implementation of work control.
- Partner with stakeholder organizations in multiple advisory and working group committees to resolve technical and organization barriers to effect implementation of work control requirements and continuous improvement efforts.
- Participate in standing Stakeholder Advisory Groups, Work Groups, and other necessary forums, and serve as the liaison between WP&C and partnering organizations.
- Manage and facilitate the periodic update of user guides, supplemental procedures, and other job aides to ensure participants in the Maintenance Planning process develop proficiency.
- Train and mentor Laboratory staff members to ensure work control requirements are consistently implemented.
- Collaborate with the WP&C Office Team in the modification of related institutional requirements, processes, and governance documents.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Essential Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
-Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, ES&H or related field or the equivalent combination of education and related experience.
- Ability to manage multiple competing priorities, and to apply project management principles to organize, coordinate, sequence, and accomplish work.
- Experience working independently as well as closely with all levels of management.
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite and/or Computer Maintenance Management System work management modules.
- Excellent facilitation and leadership skills necessary to lead and facilitate multi-disciplinary teams of technical experts through technical discussions, including conflict resolution skills necessary to resolve differing opinions.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills necessary to effectively collaborate in a team environment and present and explain technical or operational information.
- Proficient in establishing and maintaining databases, spreadsheets, and tracking/filing systems to efficiently organize and manage information.
Desired Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
- Knowledge of technical work with extensive nuclear and/or explosive safety/safety basis requirements.
- Experience applying various Human Performance Improvement tools for both individuals and work teams, (e.g., procedure use and adherence).
Special Requirements:
Pre-Placement Medical Exam: A job related pre-placement medical examination may be required.
Pre-employment drug test: External applicant(s) selected for this position will be required to pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test.
Anticipated Clearance Level: Q (position will be cleared to this level). Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. In addition, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing.
North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline +1.208.528.8718 or use the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form to get assistance.
North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.
Candidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or Higher US Government Clearance.