Job Description

Overview

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

Salado Isolation Mining Contractors, LLC (SIMCO), managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is currently seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Mining Operations Technician and join our team located in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

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

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will perform routine underground mining/operation assignments related to maintaining integrity and stability of underground openings in contaminated and high contaminated areas. Follow all safety procedures, regulations, and policies. Conduct frequent inspections of work areas to assure that safe conditions are maintained. Perform various drilling/bolting and mining work assignments. Qualify, operate, and train on all underground mining, drilling, and utility equipment. Complete and maintain training as required to perform work in accordance with site policies and procedures. Must be able to pass a pulmonary function test to qualify to wear and work in a respirator. May be assigned 7/10A, 7/10B, dayshift or backshift, or as needed.

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 required.
• One and one half (1-1/2) years industrial experience such as operating, mining, and/or construction equipment.

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

• Two (2) years of experience in underground mining, rib/back integrity inspections, probe hole drilling, material handling equipment (forklifts, etc.), operation of diesel-powered equipment associated with mining is preferred.

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
    

Trainee pay rate is $36.86 per hour. After all standard qualifications have been met and are maintained, the rate of pay is $47.42 with an annual increase in August to $48.61 (2026) per the CBA.

Equal Opportunity

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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) 234-8490 or email wipprecruiting@wipp.doe.gov 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.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Temporary work, For contractors, Traineeship, Local area, Flexible hours, Day shift, Afternoon shift,

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