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Be part of the nation’s only repository for the disposal of nuclear waste known as Transuranic (TRU) waste.
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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 Shafts & Openings Maintenance – Fabrication/Bulkhead Crew to join our team located in Carlsbad, NM.
The successful candidate will perform maintenance, fabrication, and erection of underground bulkheads. Perform varied repair tasks on facility equipment. Operate equipment that may be used including cutting torches, welders, chop saws and associated equipment used to fabricate metal structures. Operate forklifts and materials handling equipment used to transport or configure equipment and materials to support the assigned work. Follow all safety procedures, regulations, and policies; conduct frequent inspections of work area to ensure that safe working conditions are maintained. Candidate will also be required to assist with inspections, maintenance and repairs of specialized shaft facilities and shaft structures. Must be able to pass a pulmonary function test to qualify to wear and work in a respirator.
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 Graduate or Equivalency is mandatory.
- One (1) year of welding experience with demonstrated knowledge/proficiency of Acetylene cutting and Arc welding.
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.
Pay Rate is $37.74 per hour.
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
- 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
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) ###-#### or email …@wipp.ws for assistance.
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.
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