Instrumentation and Controls Maintenance Manager

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 an Instrumentation and Controls Maintenance Manager and join our team located in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

• Plan, manage, and audit all assigned shop facilities, equipment, and personnel to assure productivity and proper workmanship standards on both surface and underground Instrumentation and controls components.
• Manage the WIPP site Metrology Program to ensure Measurement and Test Equipment, and Monitoring and Data Collection Equipment is properly calibrated and controlled for use at this facility in accordance with the QAPD.
• Responsible for maintaining licensing with the FCC for radio frequencies utilized by the site and in accordance with Memorandum of Understanding with local law enforcement agencies.
• Direct the Daily Plant Maintenance Operations and assume direct responsibility for the performance of assigned tasks in support of overall site operations.
• Develop and maintain Maintenance and Metrology Administrative procedures to ensure the department is in compliance with DOE Orders, WIPP standard operation procedures, NWP procedures, and other directives to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Interface, coordinate, and maintain working relationships with various project departments.
• Manage assigned personnel to anticipate and direct proper attention to employee development, and anticipate manpower changes to support the project mission.
• Maintain upper management appraised of section activities. Advise and recommend necessary changes to support Maintenance goals.
• Prepare and maintain I&C budget as developed for the fiscal year.
• Conduct employee development strategies for assigned exempt employees.
• Assure all maintenance training and qualifications are properly completed and documented.
• Responsible to achieve the desired level of quality, and to review, evaluate, and improve work processes as defined by the Quality Assurance Program.
• Review maintenance department work orders for accuracy and completeness. Ensure personnel safety and configuration management is maintained.
• Approve Quality Credit Card and Procurements for the Metrology Office, and Credit Card and procurements within the I&C scope.

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

• Bachelor’s degree with nine (9) years of professional experience, or
• Associate's degree with thirteen (13) years of professional experience, or
• High School Diploma or Equivalency with seventeen (17) years of professional experience is required.

Must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in limited circumstances. See Department of Energy (DOE) Order (O) 472.2 for additional information.

• This position is included in the Training Implementation Matrix (TIM) which defines requirements for personnel selection, training, qualification and certification requirements at DOE Nuclear Facilities. Individuals applying to TIM positions will be evaluated in accordance with DOE O 426.2A, and may need to provide additional information and/or receive concurrence from the DOE for placement. See DOE O 426.2A for additional information.

• 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…