Hoisting Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Relocation assistance

PTO and holidays

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Salado Isolation Mining Contractors, LLC (SIMCO) seeks a Hoisting Supervisor for the WIPP site in Carlsbad, NM. The role oversees hoisting crews, shaft infrastructure, and underground access with emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include directing daily operations, ensuring training and documentation, and coordinating with maintenance. Must meet DOE badge and work authorization requirements; positions may require varied backshifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; relevant mine hoisting background valued.
• Experience with shaft systems, hoist maintenance, and safety training preferred.
• Must meet DOE access and site security requirements.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily hoist operations and oversee hoisting crews for safe access to WIPP underground.
• Provide guidance, schedule work, and ensure adherence to procedures and training.
• Maintain shift logs, production and incident reports; enforce lockout/tagout.
• Coordinate with maintenance planners to ensure prompt repairs; lead on safety.

Skills

Hoisting operations

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Associate’s degree with four years of relevant experience

High School Diploma with eight years of relevant experience

Job description

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

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 Hoisting Supervisor and join our team located in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will manage a hoisting crew directing safe, compliant care of the WIPP hoists to maintain access to the WIPP underground. Focus on the safe operation, maintenance, and construction of shaft infrastructure, conveyances, and related underground access points. Provide direction, oversight and guidance to crew personnel. Ensure all procedures, policies and regulations are followed and ensure all requried training, qualification programs and documentation is properly maintained. Plan, schedule and assign work to personnel as necessary. Maintain appropriate interfaces with other departments supported by hoist crews. Ensure compliance with the bargaining unit contract. Ensure all work is performed safely and compliantley while providing timely support to mission objectives. May be assigned 7/10A, 7/10B, or 4/10 backshift, or other shifts as needed. Perform Lockout/Tagout responsibilities as qualified Authorizing Supervisor.

• Operational Management: Direct daily hoist operations, that will ensure personnel safety and compliance to maintain access to the WIPP Underground
• Provide operational support to hoisting operation crews.
• Safety Compliance: Ensure all hoisting activities comply with statutory regulations (MSHA/local mining acts), company policies, and safety management systems.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor hoisting supervisors, technicians, and maintenance crews as required
• Daily Supervision: Directly supervise hoisting personnel, assigning tasks and ensuring proper work procedures.
• Inspections: Conduct daily or weekly inspections according to statutory requirements.
• Safety Enforcement: Ensure all work is done under lockout/tagout procedures and that safety gear is used.
• Maintenance Execution: Coordinate with maintenance planners to ensure repairs are done promptly.
• Reporting: Maintain accurate shift logs, production reports, and incident reports.
• Emergency Response: Lead and/or assist in-field response to incidents as required

Minimum Requirements

These requirements must be met to be considered for this posting. Uploaded resumes and completed applications are the means of determination. Applicants are encouraged to provide a cover letter that addresses each of the minimum requirements and as many of the desired skills as applicable to their expertise.

Education And Experience

• 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.
• 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

Definition of Experience

• Mine Operations Management/Supervisory experience is preferred.
• At least five (5) years of experience with mine hoisting and/or shaft system engineering, operating, or maintenance is preferred.

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.