Facilities Specialist - Operations Controls

Facilities Specialist - Operations Controls Job ID 6612 Location SLAC - Menlo Park, CA Full-Time Regular SLAC Job Postings Position Overview SLAC's Facilities and Operations Division manages one of the world's premier science facilities on a 400+ acre Stanford site with 150+ structures for the Department of Energy. The Facilities Operations & Control (FOC) Specialist serves as the frontline operational position within the Facilities Operations Center. This role is responsible for monitoring site-wide systems, coordinating communications, processing service requests, and ensuring accurate documentation of all operational events. The FOC Specialist supports day-to-day facility operations by maintaining situational awareness of building systems, utilities, and infrastructure while responding to routine and emergency conditions. This position requires strong multitasking skills, attention to detail, and the ability to remain composed during high-volume or high-pressure events. The FOC Specialist reports directly to the Facilities Operations and Controls Manager and supports the Facilities Operations and Controls Coordinator with overall operational continuity across Facilities & Operations (F&O) This position reports directly to the Senior FOC Operations Manager, and in the absence of that role, temporarily reports to the Operations Director. The position does not have authority to modify systems, procedures, or operational programs and must escalate abnormal conditions or decisions outside standard procedures to supervisory staff. SLAC is a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) laboratory operated by Stanford University and based in Menlo Park; CA. Your specific responsibilities include: Monitor site-wide systems including building management, utilities, and lighting systems; maintain situational awareness and respond to alarms, events, and abnormal conditions. Coordinate communications by answering phones, radios, and electronic messages; provide timely responses to internal customers and field personnel. Process service requests and generate work orders; provide administrative and service desk support including data entry and documentation. Document all operational events accurately; assist with data trending, analysis, and continuous improvement activities. To be successful in this position you will bring: High school diploma or GED equivalent required Administrative, operations, or customer service experience preferred Strong multitasking, time management, and organizational skills Ability to remain focused and professional during emergency or high-pressure events Proficiency with computer applications and maintenance management systems Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation Willingness to learn and develop technical understanding of facility systems Certifications and Licenses: Must possess and maintain a valid California non-commercial Class C Driver's License, if applicable. SLAC Competencies: Effective Decisions: Uses job knowledge and solid judgment to make quality decisions in a timely manner. Self-Development: Pursues a variety of venues and opportunities to continue learning and developing. Dependability: Can be counted on to deliver results with a sense of personal responsibility for expected outcomes. Initiative: Pursues work and interactions proactively with optimism, positive energy, and motivation to move things forward. Adaptability: Flexes as needed when change occurs, maintains an open outlook while adjusting and accommodating changes. Communication: Ensures effective information flow to various audiences and creates and delivers clear, appropriate written, spoken, presented messages. Relationships: Builds relationships to foster trust, collaboration, and a positive climate to achieve common goals. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job. May work extended hours during peak business cycles. Work Standards : Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations. Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for environment, safety and security; communicates related concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.Meets the applicable roles and responsibilities as described in the ESH Manual, Chapter 1 General Policy and Responsibilities:.pdf Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, As a national laboratory, SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is responsible for adhering to the Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which require employees to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, employees must successfully complete the applicable tier of federal background investigation post hire and receive a favorable federal adjudication. The tier of federal background investigation will be determined by job duties and national security or public trust responsibilities associated with the job. All tiers of investigation include a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last 1 to 7 years (depending on the applicable tier of investigation). Illegal drug activities include marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws. Classification Title : Facilities Specialist 1 Grade : F Job code: 4374 Employment Duration : continuing The expected pay range for this position is $35.99 - $45.22per Hour. SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory/Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of the salary or hourly wage the university reasonably expects to pay for a position upon hire. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs. SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer and supports diversity in the workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. All staff at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory must be able to demonstrate the legal right to work in the United States. SLAC is an E-Verify employer.

Created: 2026-03-13