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 Procedure Writer and join our team located in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will analyze, design, and develop technical documents in support of a nuclear operating facility. These documents will include operations, alarm response, emergency operating and abnormal operating procedures. The candidate will obtain process specific training and follow the WIPP facility writer's guide with respect to format, order, clarity, conciseness, style and terminology, and participate in verification and validation of procedure usability in the field. The candidate will take direction from the Procedures Manager. The job will require the candidate to interface with the cognizant organization as necessary during all phases of new or revised procedure development. The candidate will be expected to use advanced questioning and circular reasoning techniques to gather the information needed to generate procedure documents. The candidate will be responsible to evaluate requested/proposed changes to procedures, research technical manuals, vendor specifications, plant diagrams, design documents and station policies to ensure the safe operation of equipment, procedure flow and workability, and adherence to regulatory requirements and writers guidelines. The candidate will be required to be Mine Safety Hazard and/or RadWorker trained in order to perform underground and plant/facility walk-downs, from which they will use their observations to incorporate human factors standards, performance capabilities and technical accuracy. Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office is critical for the success of this position.

Minimum Requirements

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

• Bachelor’s degree, or
• Associate’s degree with four (4) years of relevant experience, or
• High School Diploma or Equivalency with eight (8) years of relevant experience is required.
• Demonstrated experience writing or processing technical documents, work packages, proposals or project execution documents that require detailed, clear and concise use of the English language is mandatory.

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

• Advanced Human Performance Based Procedure Writer Certification, Basic Instructor Certification, PPA Procedure Writer’s Training and Certification Program, Radiological Worker I, or United States Department of Labor Mine Safety Hazard Training.
• One (1) year of DOE experience is preferred.
• Proficient in the advanced use of Microsoft Word (formatting, tables, headers and footers) as well as other MS Office suit software (Excel, PowerPoint) is desired.
• Previous WIPP Project experience is a plus.
• Strong writing skills and a strong vocabulary 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

Modern work arrangements to include 4-day workweeks (four 10-hour days)*Relocation assistance*Shuttle commuter service from the local areasPaid time off (PTO) and paid holidaysTuition reimbursement programOn-site fitness center and other wellness support including some public gym membership reductionsCompany paid short term disabilityCompany 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.

Exempt grade level(s) 26-32. Minimum salary $60,673 per year of a larger salary range --the specific salary offered to a candidate will be influenced by a variety of factors, particularly the candidate’s relevant experience and education.

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

Full time, Temporary work, For contractors, Local area, Relocation package, Flexible hours,

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