Facility Operations Specialist/Project Manager

Determines and recommends project scope, goals, objectives, and alternatives for facility modifications when infrastructure capabilities cannot support mission requirements.
Responsible for construction progress, either as a Contract Officer’s Technical Representative (COTR) or as overall project manager.
Implements Facility Management Software Systems for cost effective management of assets.
Responsible for implementing programs to address pollution prevention, conservation and sustainable operations.
Maintains Park facilities in compliance and best management practices of the NPS Environmental Audit Program.
Serves as the facility management expert in support of park unit management initiatives.
Carlsbad Caverns National Park is located 27 miles from the city of Carlsbad in southeastern New Mexico. The Park, at an elevation of 4400 feet, has a semi-arid climate with hot summers, mild winters, abundant sunshine, low humidity, and approximately 10 inches of rainfall per year. Carlsbad (population 29,000) has all amenities and services including medical and dental facilities, motels, banks, restaurants, churches, grocery stores, department stores, and several recreation facilities. Information about Carlsbad and the Carlsbad area can be found at the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce. Schools include K-12, and New Mexico State University – Carlsbad Campus. Other services can be found in Albuquerque (280 miles), El Paso, Texas (170 miles), Lubbock, Texas (180 miles), or Midland/Odessa, Texas (150 miles). Recreation opportunities are plentiful with Guadalupe Mountains National Park located 50 miles from the city of Carlsbad, two state parks (Brantley Lake and Living Desert Zoo), and the Lincoln National Forest within an hour’s drive. Please note: A government van pool may be available and provide service between Carlsbad, NM and Carlsbad Caverns National Park for staff on the core shift. Designated also as Parks Structural Fire Coordinator. Designated also as COR

Supervisory Facilities Operations Specialist

While based out of Sequoia National Park, Ash Mountain sub-district, Work locations may be in any area of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. The primary purpose of the position is to manage the building and grounds Maintenance and operation and training of staff in the performance of their duties through secondary subordinate supervisors. Incumbent utilizes supervisor and journeyman Knowledge and skills in several trades and crafts to plan, schedule, assign, direct, and review the work of the Buildings and Grounds units in both parks. Coordinates work operations; solve problems related to the work supervised; and determine scope, material, equipment, and facilities needed. Responsibilities include asset anagement, fiscal management, supervision, condition assessment, construction, maintenance and rehabilitation of employee housing, administrative buildings, comfort stations; lift stations, and multi-use shop buildings. Responsibilities also include management of maintenance and operation of campgrounds, roadsides, picnic and landscaped areas in both parks. Also has oversight and supervision of historic preservation work on repairs to buildings and housing matching or creating exact reproductions of various components of historic buildings and fixtures. Should have strong familiarity with the trade skills and the ability to problem solves a full range of associated issues common to the building trades. Incidental operator of motor vehicles, trucks, trailers, tractors, skid steer loaders, backhoe, etc. Work is performed under the general supervision of a Chief of Maintenance. Incumbent may have occasional exposure to hazardous materials including, and not limited to, asbestos, lead, petroleum products, and other such chemical, and material, hazards common to the building trades that will require the use of personal protective equipment. Plan, organize, direct, manage, review and evaluate an augmented program to include responsibility for interior design/decorating, hazardous waste management, health aids, signage, laundry/linen/employee uniform operations and grounds maintenance; waste management and maintenance and sanitary and visual cleanliness for hospital floors, ceilings, window and walls to meet requirements. Manage contracts such as grounds maintenance, pest control, laundry and waste management and other contracts, including the responsibility of an annual Maintenance Budget of 6.2 million Dollars;
Certified American Health & Safety Level 9 Instructor and Instructor Trainor for Blood Borne Pathogens, Basic First Aid, Wilderness First Aid, CABS, CPR/AED,
Emergency Oxygen, CPR Pro, Advanced First Aid, Emergency Medical Response ACLS, PALS, Wilderness First Responder, Wilderness EMT Updates. Heavy
Equipment Instructor, ATV/UTV Instructor, Operational Leadership Facilitator

Facility Manager/Safety Officer

The park has a widely diversified infrastructure and operation complexity characterized by multiple developed areas within the park. This position manages a multi-faceted organization through the management of subordinate supervisory staff, multi-year/operational budgets, and the utilization of new information technologies. Manage and direct a Safety and Occupational Health program requiring the identification, evaluation, and control of hazardous working environments Plans, develops, and implements appropriate safety and health systems, processes, and programs involving a wide variety of hazards using occupational safety and health principles, procedures, and practices as well as regulations, laws, codes, and standards that bear on complex safety functions. These duties provide stewardship of assets/facilities ensuring visitor use and enjoyment as well as the protection of natural and cultural resources. Serves as the facility management expert and member of the park management team to develop and implement management strategies. Actively involved in decision affecting
overall park management policy and operations and contributes to the development and implementation of park management documents. Monitors and evaluates maintenance programs affecting park operations to ensure compliance with and application of approved management direction. Represents the park in public contacts, negotiates and collaborates with representatives of the service, federal, state and local agencies, historic organizations, universities and
private individuals interested in the park and the service. The Facility Operations Specialist takes such action and makes such commitments as they deem to be in the interest of the park and the service with the authority delegated by the superintendent.
Manages Facility Management Software Systems for cost effective management of assets. Performs and maintains asset inventories and condition assessments for the purpose of developing deferred maintenance costs for annual and multi-year plans. Responsible for development and implementation of projects and development of alternatives for facility modifications when infrastructure capabilities cannot support mission requirements.
Responsible for the development and management of the maintenance division’s budget, utilizing the NPS financial management programs. Ensures an accountable process to analyze operational accounts, manage reimbursable accounts and reconcile property inventory. Responsible for implementing
environmental management systems for complying with federal and state regulations. Exercise the full range of supervisory duties at least 25% of the time. Recruits and recommends selection of employees. Executes established work plans; establishes work schedules and priorities. Acts as the Acting
Superintendent in the Absences of the Existing Super. Is also Safety Officer, Environmental Compliance Officer, Structural Fire Coordinator of the Facility, I provide general standing instructions on recurring

assignments by indicating what is to be done, applicable policies, procedures and methods to follow, data and information required, quality and quantity of work expected, priority of assignments, and deadlines. Is the Parks Heavy Equipment Safety Instructor as well as UTV/ATV Safety Instructor. I have explained team goals and objectives to assigned team members and assisted team members in organizing to accomplish work.
I adapt well to changing needs. I re-prioritize workloads and coordinate with others to get the work done. Explain technical issues to a variety of individuals from within and outside of your agency or organization. Establish and maintain working relationships with representatives of other organizations.
Provide advice, guidance or direction to staff on regulations and procedures. Clarify requirements, exchange routine information and obtain missing information.
Negotiate issues among parties with differing interests to gain agreement on changes affecting the program or work product. Resolve conflicts by persuading others to accept new conditions, procedures or techniques. Interact in situations where shifts in priorities, work assignments, or deadlines occur frequently due to delays or unexpected events.
I am also the Safety Officer Certified in OSHA 6000 and HAZMAT as well as Incident Command, Emergency response, Designated as the Parks Structural Fire
Coordinator, designated as the Parks Safety Coordinator, and most recently designated the Parks Radio and Communications Officer. I also am a Certified
ATV/UTV Instructor and Heavy Equipment Instructor

Buildings and Utilities Supervisor

Oversee and manage a diverse crew of journeymen in the daily activities of repair, rehab of the facilities as well as the management of utilities during ll seasonal concerts and productions.

Maintenance Worker

Operates the following equipment to load and/or do rough and limited fine grading: crawler-type tractors with angle-dozer blade, front-end loader with 4-in-1 general purpose bucket, diesel powered motor grader (130G model) with articulated D4/D7 frame compactors, end dumps, , front end hydraulic pump, 12 angle blade, scarifier and scraper attachments, track hoes (Cat 322L), Caterpillar with 8′-12′ power angle dozer blade, and power winch. Work is performed on roads, new groundbreaking for fire breaks and roads, erosion repair on steep slopes and levees, and other tasks for which the equipment is suitable. Steers and operates equipment according to the slope or tilt. Operates close to trees, drop offs, rocks, and other obstructions. Drives up to 40-ton dump truck and 65 ton tractor trailer, 5 ton to 40-ton trucks between Maintenance Yard and work sites and for hauling materials as needed. Operates forklift to load materials or small farm-type tractor to perform light jobs. Construct and maintain both frame and missionary structures, construct, repair, replace and maintain floors, shelves, rafters, stairways, doors, windows, and roofs. Layout and construct concrete and pavers for walkways and structures. Evaluates programs, operations, facilities, equipment, and procedures using industrial hygiene methods, techniques, and procedures, Implements and ensures applicability of OSHA standards and NFPA
codes to the work environment, Identifies and justifies improvements over present equipment, or to motivate use of equipment by using knowledge of a wide range of safety products, including personal protective equipment, their uses, and limitations. Experienced in the use of routers, joiners, miters,
rabbits, dados, bisket and mortise and Tennon joiners. Install and maintain residential plumbing and electrical systems. Install, maintain and repair septic tanks, drain fields, vaults, and related lines. Maintain repair or replace centrifugal and commercial pumps. Able to perform plumbing on water systems and related equipment such as mains, valves, storage tanks, and floats. Maintain existing single and three phase systems. Install, troubleshoot and repair residential appliances. Mix and
match stains. Select paints and satins for their protective qualities. Input data into computerized data bases, and or asset or inventory management systems.
Use basic Windows Operating Systems, abele to read and use work orders, blueprints, scheme tics, and other drawings. Able to worth with little or no supervision. Safety operate and maintain tools and equipment and vehicles. Perform electrical and plumbing repairs and maintenance on park owned systems. Perform maintenance and repair on large heating and air-conditioning systems. Operate various electric resistance wielding machines. Develop and maintain good working relationships with individuals and communities, interact effectively with management and Regional Office staff and personnel. Use computers to process data through facility management software programs. Have implemented, and evaluated a multi-year budget and operating program involving manpower
needs, material equipment needs, work projects, with related costs and yearly work schedule. Through subordinate supervisors a complex multifaceted maintenance operating program which consists of multiple discrete components, e.g., roads, trails, utilities, buildings, grounds, trees, equipment maintenance, custodial, tree preservation, etc. through subordinate supervisors a complex multifaceted maintenance operating program which consists of multiple discrete components, e.g., roads, trails, utilities, buildings, grounds, trees, equipment maintenance, custodial, tree preservation, etc.

Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor

Operates the following equipment to load and/or do rough and limited fine grading: crawler-type tractors with angle dozer blade, front-end loader with 4-in-1 bucket, diesel powered motor grader, with articulated D4/D7 frame, front end hydraulic pump, 12 angle blade, scarify and scraper attachments, track hoes, Caterpillar with 8′-12′ power angle dozer blade, and power winch. Motor Grader, Skid Steer, Bobcat Work is performed on roads, new groundbreaking for fire breaks and roads, erosion repair on steep slopes and levees, and other tasks for which the equipment is suitable. Steers and operates equipment according to the slope or tilt. Operates close to trees, drop offs, rocks, and other obstructions. Drives up to 40 ton dump truck and 65 ton tractor trailer, 5 ton to 40 ton trucks
between Maintenance Yard and work sites and for hauling materials as needed. Operates forklift to load materials or small farm-type tractor to perform light jobs. Uses Pipe Threaders, Pipe and tube benders, Mig and stick weld. Construction Safety Awareness Inspections. advise and instruct others in carrying out this function on a regular basis. I have trained and supervised others in the hiring, scheduling work, managing performance, training colleagues and/or superiors to carry out this function in unusually complex situations, Teaches others in areas such as basic safety concepts, quality management techniques, communications, team building, accident investigation, workplace inspecting, defensive driving, ergonomics, industrial hygiene, personal protective equipment, translates highly technical materials and statistics into readily understood documents or articles for general audiences, 13. Deals with controversial subject matter, issues of confidentiality, sensitive topics, and persuasiveness to effect culture change. , safe material handling, advise management team of existing and potential hazards in the work environment and identifies actions to mitigate, abate or resolve them. Develops and ensures implementation of field level safety procedures, guidelines and rules.
Managed through subordinate Work Leader, a complex multifaceted maintenance operating program which consists of roads and railroad components. Assure equal opportunity in all personnel decisions, management actions, and workplace environment for subordinate employees. Set performance standards, evaluate performance, and motivate employees to perform at high levels in accomplishment of unit goals and objectives. Implement Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) safety programs to eliminate at risk behaviors and environments by enforcing regulations and policy, analyzing incidents, and initiating corrective actions. Comply with labor management principles and follow procedures of bargaining agreement in performing work assignments and making decisions. Inspect work in progress and upon completion for quality and compliance with instructions, methods, and time frames and authorize for payment if needed. Establish and communicate work priorities on a short term (daily/weekly basis) and long-term basis (seasonally/annually). Adjust assignments, plans, methods, and

scheduled to reduce, determine annual and long-term needs and work plans using a facility maintenance management system (FMSS/Maximo) and/or park asset management plane or control costs, address changes in priorities, or work conditions. Formulate and monitor annual budgets adjusting where needed. Ensure economical and effective use of personnel, equipment, and materials based on knowledge of technical requirements of the project or task. Conduct and Record Station Safety Meetings and am the Collateral Duty Safety Officer. Applies local, state, Federal, NPS, and DOI environmental laws, regulations, and policies related to the development and implementation of a fully compliant environmental management program including, but not limited to the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act; Clean Air Act. Clean Water Act; Safe Drinking Water Act; Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act; Resource Conservation Recovery Act; Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act; Oil Pollution Act; Toxic Substance Control Act and various environmentally oriented executive orders. Handle and transport Hazardous Materials. Edit and formulate projects utilizing an automated project management information system. Edit and formulate projects utilizing an automated project management information system. Draft and submit for approval annual operating budgets. Draft and submit for approval annual operating
budgets. Prepare annual maintenance budgets. Write grant proposals and/or other funding proposals. Execute a budget which involves reprogramming to deal with unexpected allocation of additional monies, unexpected budget cuts, and special needs. Manage accounts in on-line budget management system.