Be part of the nation’s only repository for the disposal of nuclear waste known as Transuranic (TRU) waste.

Salado Isolation Mining Contractors, managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is currently seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Hoisting Crew Supervisor and join our team to support our government customer in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

The successful candidate will have responsibility for the daily operations of the WIPP Hoists that will ensure personnel safety and compliance to maintain access to the WIPP Underground under the direction of a Hoisting Crew Manager. Provide operational support to hoisting operation crews. Provide direction, oversight, and guidance to crew personnel. Ensure all procedures, policies, and regulations are followed and ensure all required training, qualifications programs and documentation are properly maintained. Help plan, schedule, and assign work to personnel as necessary. Maintain appropriate interfaces with other departments supported by hoist crews. Ensure compliance with the bargaining unit contract. Ensure all work is performed safely and compliantly while providing timely support to mission objectives. Must be able to qualify as a Hoistman and Shaft Tender. Must be able to obtain and maintain qualifications for wearing all required PPE, including but not limited to respiratory protection equipment. May be assigned to 7/10A, 7/10, 4/10 backshift, or other shift as needed.

Exempt Salary Grade (28-30)

Minimum Requirements: These requirements must be met to be considered for this posting. Uploaded resumes and completed applications are the means of determination.

• Bachelor’s degree, or
• Associate’s degree with four (4) years of relevant experience, or
• High School Diploma or Equivalency with eight (8) years of relevant experience is required.

Must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

Preferred Requirements:

• Previous supervisory and/or management experience is preferred.
• Previous WIPP Project experience is a plus.

Starting salary $67,817 per year *

*Base salary will be dependent upon candidate's background (i.e. education and experience)

EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

If you are an applicant with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability—or unable to use—the online application system and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact (575) 234-8405 or email wipprecruiting@wipp.ws for assistance. Upon receipt of this information, we will respond to you promptly to obtain more information about your request.

Reviews, and tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4, will be conducted by SIMCO and a background investigation by the Federal government may be required to obtain an access authorization prior to employment, and subsequent reinvestigations may be required.

Posting Duration

This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the posting date. SIMCO reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.