Training Specialist

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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 Training Specialist and join our team located in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

The successful candidate will be responsible for training first responders, dispatchers and coroners along WIPP Routes and coordinating and evaluating WIPPTRAX and WIPPTREX exercises. Maintain regular communications with State WIPP Coordinators to plan and schedule training classes. Work with TEPP (Transportation Emergency Preparedness Program) to periodically update training materials.

• Bachelor of Science in a related discipline with six (6) years of related experience, or
• Associate’s degree with ten (10) years of related experience, or
• High School Diploma or Equivalency with fourteen (14) years of related experience is required.
• Must have three (3) years of experience as a first responder, ten (10) years of radiological experience, or an equivalent combination of these experiences.
• Must be willing to travel with minimal notice to meet state requests.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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.

Previous WIPP Project or CCP experience is a plus.

• Medical, dental and vision insurance: coverage on date of hire, surgical concierge service, EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more.
• Modern work arrangements to include 4-day workweeks (four 10-hour days)*.
• Relocation assistance*.
• 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 (1x 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
  (these benefits vary by position).

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  or email wipprecruiting.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.