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

Salado Isolation Mining Contractors, managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is currently seeking a Work Control Surface Planner to join our Work Planning team to support our Government customer in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the development of corrective maintenance work control documents (WCDs) in support of Operations at the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) in Carlsbad, New Mexico. Candidate will be responsible for obtaining and maintaining appropriate training and qualifications (e.g., Work Planner authorization card, 40-hour MSHA miner, RadWorker-II).

Job duties include:

• Coordinating walkdowns with a team of subject matter experts and safety professionals to define and bound activity scope, identify hazards, and select appropriate controls to incorporate into WCDs.
• Initiating actions to procure parts and materials.
• Facilitating work planning team meetings.
• Addressing priorities as assigned by Planning Manager.
• Managing backlog of lower priority items.
• Developing proficiency with Computerized Maintenance Management System (CHAMPS) to ensure accurate tracking of WCDs and records.
• Incorporating Craft feedback and Lessons Learned in planning activities.

Exempt Salary Grade (28-33)

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

• Bachelor’s Degree, or
• Associate’s Degree plus four (4) years of working experience, or
• High School Diploma or Equivalency with eight (8) years of working experience is mandatory.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite is required.
• Must have excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Due to nature of work, candidates must be US Citizen.+

+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 Qualifications:

• Preference given to candidates with Operations or Maintenance experience within the DOE complex or commercial nuclear industry.
• Maintenance experience/certification (Electrical, Mechanical, or Instrumentation & Controls) is desired.
• Experience with use of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CHAMPS) is preferred.
• The ideal candidate will have Procedure Professionals Association certification.
• Previous WIPP Project experience is a plus.

Starting salary $66,098 per year *

• Base salary will be dependent upon candidate's background (i.e. education and experience)

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.