Area Facilities Operations Specialist (AFOS) - PA

Area Facilities Operations SpecialistLAUKOA is seeking an Area Facilities Operations Specialist (AFOS) to support the U.S. Army Reserve 99th Readiness Division Directorate of Public Works.The Area Facilities Operations Specialist provides field-based and office-based facilities operations support for an assigned area of responsibility. The AFOS monitors facility conditions; conducts site visits; identifies, documents, and validates maintenance and repair requirements; supports work-order review; performs quality-assurance surveillance; coordinates customer and site-access requirements; and prepares technical findings for Government review.The AFOS serves as a key field link among facility customers, Government personnel, service providers, Regional Facilities Operations Specialists, and Facilities Project Development Specialists. The position supports safe, functional, secure, and well-maintained facilities and assists with the identification and documentation of conditions that may require environmental review, in accordance with applicable standards and operational requirements.This is a field-and-office position supporting facilities operations within an assigned area of responsibility. The Area Facilities Operations Specialist conducts routine facility site visits, condition assessments, maintenance and repair coordination, customer engagement, and computer-based administrative and reporting work.Travel within the assigned area of responsibility is required and is generally local to the designated duty station. A Government-provided vehicle is available for authorized business travel to Army Reserve Centers.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Conduct routine and as-required facility site visits to monitor the physical and functional condition of building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, structural, life-safety, and related facility components.Identify, document, and validate facility deficiencies, maintenance requirements, repair needs, and customer concerns through site inspections, field observations, photographs, measurements, and other supporting information.Review submitted work-order requests for completeness and technical sufficiency; identify missing information; and prepare recommendations for Government review and disposition.Perform facility condition assessments and quality-assurance surveillance of maintenance, repair, and facility-improvement work; document observations, deficiencies, and facility conditions; and prepare findings for Government review.Coordinate site access, customer communication, work scheduling information, and field conditions with Government personnel, facility customers, service providers, and other stakeholders.Support the Regional Facilities Operations Specialist in maintaining awareness of facility conditions, maintenance requirements, recurring issues, customer concerns, and operational impacts across the assigned portfolio.Provide facility-condition information, customer requirements, photographs, measurements, system information, and technical observations to support project-package development by Facilities Project Development Specialists.Assist with the identification, documentation, and validation of requirements for Regional Facilities Operations Specialist Annual Work Plans and Five-Year Plans.Identify and document observed facility conditions that may present environmental, safety, maintenance, or operational concerns; coordinate findings with appropriate Government personnel for review and disposition.Apply a working knowledge of environmental-compliance considerations applicable to facility operations and maintenance when conducting field assessments, documenting conditions, and identifying potential concerns.Maintain accurate inspection documentation, work-order notes, facility records, correspondence, and other required administrative records.Use Microsoft Office applications and assigned Government systems to prepare reports, track requirements, document site visits, and communicate status.Coordinate professionally with Government personnel, Regional Facilities Operations Specialists, Facilities Project Development Specialists, facility customers, service providers, and other stakeholders.Perform other related duties within the scope of the position.Required Qualifications:Minimum of four years of experience in facilities operations, building maintenance, facility inspections, construction, building systems, public works, property management, or a closely related field.Demonstrated knowledge of commercial, institutional, industrial, or similar building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, structural, and general building-maintenance components.Experience conducting facility inspections, condition assessments, maintenance coordination, quality-assurance surveillance, work-order review, or comparable facilities-support activities.Working knowledge of environmental-compliance considerations applicable to facility operations and maintenance, including the ability to identify and document observed potential environmental concerns and coordinate findings with appropriate Government personnel.Ability to independently conduct site visits, document facility conditions, prepare clear written findings, manage multiple requirements, and coordinate professionally with customers, Government personnel, and service providers.Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.Valid driver's license and ability to operate a Government-provided vehicle for authorized business travel.Reliable transportation to and from the assigned duty location.Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.Must be able to successfully complete and maintain the background investigation required for access to Government facilities and systems.Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable preemployment screening, reference checks, and installation-access requirements.Preferred Qualifications:Five or more years of directly relevant facilities operations, facilities maintenance, construction, building-system inspection, public-works, or property-management experience.Experience supporting U.S. Army Reserve, Department of War, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, or other Federal facilities programs.Experience supporting geographically dispersed facilities, multiple customer locations, or regional facilities portfolios.Experience with HVAC, electrical, plumbing, structural, fire/life-safety, utility, or building automation systems.Experience reviewing work orders, performing facility condition assessments, supporting maintenance planning, documenting facility deficiencies, or conducting quality-assurance surveillance.Experience supporting environmental-compliance programs, facility environmental requirements, or coordination with environmental personnel.Associate degree, bachelor's degree, technical certificate, trade-school training, or other formal education in construction management, facilities management, engineering technology, building systems, industrial technology, environmental technology, or a related field.Substitution or Equivalency:Relevant education, technical certifications, trade training, or closely related experience may be considered as an equivalency for a portion of the required experience, consistent with company hiring practices and contract requirements.Physical Demands and Work Environment:Periodically required to walk facility grounds and access building mechanical, electrical, utility, storage, and maintenance spaces.May be required to use stairs; stand for extended periods during site assessments; bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as necessary to observe facility conditions.May occasionally be required to lift or carry materials, equipment, or documentation associated with facility inspections and site visits.Regularly required to use a computer, keyboard, telephone, and other standard office equipment.Regularly required to communicate verbally and in writing with customers, Government personnel, service providers, and other stakeholders.Normally works in office and field environments. During site visits, the employee may be exposed to varying weather conditions, temperature extremes, construction activity, mechanical equipment, fumes, airborne particles, noise, and other conditions common to facility operations and maintenance environments.Supervisory Responsibilities:This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.The Area Facilities Operations Specialist performs field coordination, quality-assurance surveillance, documentation, and technical support. Government personnel retain decision, acceptance, prioritization, approval, and direction authority.Equal Employment Opportunity:LAUKOA is an Equal Opportunity/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.LAUKOA offers a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.LAUKOA gives preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.