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

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

The successful candidate will be responsible to collect geotechnical instrumentation and field data in the WIPP underground, process that same data using computer and database systems, install instrumentation, and assist engineers and technical professionals in data collection and processing. The candidate will support underground openings inspections, identification of potential ground condition hazards and mitigation of these hazards. Candidates must be able to walk on even and uneven surfaces; climb ladders, steps and inclines; qualify to work underground; accurately read dials and gauges; follow procedures; properly and accurately record readings; and be capable of operating computers and maintain computer databases. Candidate must be able to qualify to operate diesel and electrical lift equipment and able to lift up to 20 pounds and perform overhead work. Must be able to qualify to work underground and in radiological contaminated areas.

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 Graduate or Equivalency is mandatory.
• Two (2) years of underground 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.

This position will be filled with SIMCO USW membership first in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement before any other candidate considerations.

What we offer:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Coverage on date of hire
  • Surgical concierge service
  • EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
• Shuttle commuter service from the local areas
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement program
• On-site fitness center and other wellness support including some public gym membership reductions
• Company paid short term disability
• Company paid life insurance (1 x annual salary)
• Pension plan that provides monthly annuity after retirement and 401(k) with .50 matching up to 6%
• Voluntary benefits of:
  • Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
  • Long-term disability program.
  • Health and Flexible savings accounts
  • Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance

Pay rate is $36.86 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.

Posting Duration: This posting will be open for application submissions for seven (7) calendar days, including the posting date.