Be part of the nation’s only repository for the disposal of nuclear waste known as Transuranic (TRU) waste.

Salado Isolation Mining Contractors (SIMCO), an LLC of Bechtel, managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is currently seeking a qualified individual to serve as an Administrative Assistant to join our team located in Carlsbad, NM.

The successful candidate will support the Utility Shaft Project Manager. The successful candidate will perform routine administrative duties including answering phones, making travel arrangements, scheduling meetings, assisting with internal and external correspondence, coordinating records, tracking commitments, updating calendars, and preparing reports.

The position requires ability to interact professionally with multiple levels of management, employees, and other stakeholders. Must exercise good judgement, discretion, and professionalism in all matters.

Non-Exempt Salary Grade (24-26)

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

• Associate’s degree with two (2) years of relevant experience or
• High School diploma or Equivalency plus four (4) years of relevant experience is required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite is mandatory.
• Due to the nature of work, candidates must be US Citizens.

Preferred Requirements:

• Previous experience in Construction industry
• Advanced level writing skills

Starting salary $50,931 per year *

• Base salary will be dependent upon candidate's background (i.e. education and experience).

EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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) 234-8405 or email wipprecruiting@wipp.ws 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.