Hoist Operator

Department:MU-HS Hoisting & Shafts

Location:Carlsbad, NM

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 aHoist Operatorto join our team located in Carlsbad, NM.

The Hoist Operator will be expected to train and qualify to operate the hoisting systems (a friction hoist and a drum hoist). Must qualify as a shaft tender, forklift operator, surface haul truck operator and must be able to become respirator qualified. Will qualify as an incidental rigger to perform complex rigging operations. Will be required to follow all WIPP site safety procedures, regulations, and policies as well as successfully complete site training, including site access, underground access, Conduct of Operations, and radiological courses of instruction. Will qualify as a lockout/tagout technician or authorizing supervisor.

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.

• Two (2) years working shafts or combined experience working around shafts and operating cranes is required.

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 $40.96 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

• 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 retirementand401(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) 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.

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.