Central Characterization Program Visual Examination Expert

SIMCO, LLC; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 71,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

4-day workweek

Relocation assistance

Pension plan

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

On-site fitness

Job summary

SIMCO, the managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP), seeks a Central Characterization Program Visual Examination Expert (VEE) to join our team in Los Alamos, New Mexico. The role focuses on visual examination of Transuranic waste and leading VE operators.

The candidate must hold CCP VEE/VEO qualifications or obtain VEE within four months, be able to obtain a Q clearance, and travel up to 25% as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher required, or an Associate’s with four years of experience.
• High School Diploma or Equivalency with eight years of experience required.
• Must hold or have previously held CCP VEE or CCP VEO qualifications; must obtain VEE within four months if not currently held.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Q clearance.
• Travel up to 25% may be required.
• Must be 18 years of age and authorized to work in the United States without SIMCO sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual examination of nuclear waste.
• Verify the physical form of the waste and ensure prohibited items are excluded.
• Lead Visual Examination operators and coordinate with SIMCO teams.
• Create, review, and approve Visual Examination (VE) Batch Data Reports with attention to detail.
• Ensure VE data quality objectives are met and support CCP/SIMCO mission.
• Assist in developing new Visual Examination Operators (VEO).
• Familiar with site locations and security requirements to obtain a DOE badge.

Skills

CCP Visual Examination

Team leadership

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate’s degree +4 years experience

High School Diploma +8 years experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

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 Central Characterization Program (CCP) Visual Examination Expert (VEE) and join our team located in Los Alamos, New Mexico.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will obtain qualifications as a CCP Visual Examination Expert. Perform visual examination of nuclear waste. Verifing the physical form of the waste is approved and prohibited items are excluded. Interact with and lead visual examination operators and other SIMCO teams in problem solving of off normal conditions, new packaging configurations, and unfamiliar waste. Create, review, and approve Visual Examination (VE) Batch Data Reports with an emphasis on attention to detail. Responsible for the overall direction and implementation of VE of Transuramic (TRU) and TRU-mixed waste at their site. Ensure VE data quality objectives (DQO) are met. Assist in the development of new Visual Examination Operator (VEO). Will be required to be familiar with onsite work locations and site point of contacts (POC). Along with having expert knowledge of the waste expected to be encountered at the facility. The selected candidate will also be required to obtain qualifications in other aspects than just VEE/VEO, to support the CCP/SIMCO mission. Will also be asked to perform other duties as assigned to support TRU waste characterization. The work schedule for this position is Monday through Thursday: 6:30am to 5:00pm.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, or
• Associate’s degree with four (4) years of working experience, or
• High School Diploma or Equivalency with eight (8) years of working experience is required.
• Must hold or have previously held qualifications as a CCP VEE or as a CCP VEO. If the selected candidate does not currently hold a qualification as a VEE they must obtain that qualification within four (4) months from their start date.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Q clearance.
• Travel requirements up to 25%.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite is mandatory.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must be authorized to work and remain in the United States without SIMCO visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Must be able to obtain a Department of Energy badge for access to the WIPP Site (even if teleworking, must still be able to comply with security requirements to obtain a badge).
• Non-U.S. citizens from countries identified by the Department of Energy as posing heightened security concerns—including sensitive countries, state sponsors of terrorism, countries of risk, and other designated countries –are subject to additional security requirements that limit site access.

Preferred Requirements

• Demonstrated working knowledge of CCP TRU Waste Characterization activities and Visual Examination Process is a plus.

Salary Range

$70,972 to $133,850 per year. Exempt grade level(s) 28-31. The specific salary offered to a candidate will be influenced by a variety of factors, particularly the candidate’s relevant experience and education.

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 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 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 [phone] or email [e-mail] 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.