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

Salado Isolation Mining Contractors (SIMCO), an LLC of Bechtel, managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is currently seeking a qualified individual to serve as an Instrumentation and Control Technician - Trainee to join our team located in Carlsbad, NM

The Instrumentation and Control Technician - Trainee will have the capability to perform a wide variety of tasks requiring experience and knowledge of Electronics, Calibration, Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) principles. Follow all safety procedures, regulations and policies. Conduct frequent inspections of work area to ensure that safe working conditions are maintained. Promptly report any hazards or unsafe conditions to management. Demonstrated experience or documented training that includes planning, layout, installation, troubleshooting, calibration, and repair of electronics, pneumatics, Instrumentation and Controls Systems, and Fire Alarm System Maintenance. Knowledge of radiation detection principles is preferred. Successful candidate will be required to complete specified qualifications within one year from date of employment. Successful candidate will be also be required to be Radiological Worker, Powered Assisted Particulate Respirator (PAPR) qualified, and Underground qualified.

This is a USW Bargaining Unit Position

Pay Rate is $37.74 per hour

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalency is required
• Three (3) years of relevant Electronics and Pneumatics or Instrumentation and Controls.
• Completion of ITTP or equivalent I&C training will meet the three years of experience.

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.

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