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 Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor and join our team to support our government customer in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

The successful candidate will provide direct technical support to Zone Maintenance Manager for the safe performance of mechanical maintenance activities. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to: providing direct technical support to the Zone Maintenance Manager and mechanical craft, provide support for the development of written instructions, procedures and Field Work, coordinate with other work groups including QA, Waste Handling, Operations, Engineering and Safety. The candidate will ensure mechanical activities conform to all applicable DOE, MSHA, OSHA, NFPA, New Mexico Mining Code requirements and site procedures. Perform routine inspections of field equipment and provide craft oversight to correct any identified deficiencies. Must be able to pass a Pulmonary Function Test and qualify wearing and working in a respirator. Must be willing to work in Contaminated areas.

Exempt Grade Levels (28-32)

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 GED with eight (8) years of relevant experience is required.
• Five (5) years of Mechanical Maintenance experience is mandatory.
• Three (3) years of nuclear experience is required. (This position is included in the Training Implementation Matrix (TIM). Fulltime related academic training may be substituted for two (2) of the three (3) years of Nuclear experience. Experience in Design, Construction, and Operations Training may be considered applicable Nuclear experience on a case-by-case basis.)

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:

• Preference given to those candidates with underground experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency with computer applications and work control processes 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.