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 a Plant Helper to join our team located in Carlsbad, NM.

The Plant Helper will assist in a wide variety of tasks requiring moderate knowledge of maintenance, including planning, layout, installation, troubleshooting and repair of facility equipment and systems. 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 for unsafe conditions to management. Perform a variety of mechanical/electrical tasks (plumbing, facility equipment, etc.). Transport, package, mark, label, and place hazardous and non-hazardous materials into designated storage areas. Perform duties related to the operation and maintenance of both surface and underground tool cribs. Perform similar and related duties as assigned. This position could require you to work in the WIPP underground mine and in contaminated areas, thus requiring you to wear Personal Protective Equipment that would require the use of a respirator and a Pulmonary Function Test to be performed. The schedule for this type of work could mean moving you to shift work.

This is a USW Bargaining Unit Position

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

• High School Diploma or Equivalency is required. (Only requirement if current SIMCO USW member)
• One year of verifiable experience:
  • operating heavy equipment (such as fork lifts, skid steers, other) or,
  • in mining or,
  • in construction.

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

Filled with SIMCO USW membership first, according to CBA, before other candidate considerations.

Preferred Requirements:

• Candidates with current Class A CDL, previous radiation technology experience, or hazardous material handling experience preferred.
• Three (3) years of general maintenance experience is desired.

Pay Rate is $32.03 per hour.

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.