Fire Department Lieutenant

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

Salado Isolation Mining Contractors, managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is currently seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Fire Department Lieutenant to join our team located in Carlsbad, NM.

The successful candidate will be a Lieutenant and will coordinate daily Preventative Maintenance Inspections, review for accuracy, correct data and close out in the Champs system. Track and maintain shift coverage, schedule overtime coverage and process overtime requests. Coordinate replacement needs for equipment and tools that are required for continuity of the Fire Department. Act as the on-scene Incident Commander for any Fire/Medical/Hazardous Material responses. Review Fire Department reports for accuracy and assure they are completed in a timely manner. Verify emergency response staffing. Perform fire officer duties as directed by plans/procedures/standard operating guidelines or as directed by the manager. This position requires the ability to run a crew and provide daily oversight to ensure deliverables are met.

Exempt Grade Level(s) (30-31)

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

• Bachelor’s degree with two (2) years of related experience, or
• Associate's degree with six (6) years of related experience, or
• High School Diploma or Equivalency with ten (10) years of related experience is required.
• Three years of firefighting experience is required.
• Current NM or National Registry EMT Basic license.
• NFPA HAZMAT Awareness and Operations Level Certificate.
• NFPA 1001, Firefighter I and II Certificate.
• Valid Class “E” Driver’s License.

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.

Higher education attainment than listed acceptable per internal level identifiers of accompanying years of experience.

Preferred Requirements:

• Two (2) years of experience in a supervisory or management position.
• EMT-Paramedic (National Registry), Fire Instructor, Fire Officer I/II Certification are a plus.
• Previous Company Officer experience in a professional Fire Department is desired.
• ICS 300 and 400, Confined Space and High Angle Rescue IFSAC/ProBoard or equivalent Certifications are preferred.
• Haz-Mat Operations IFSAC/ProBoard or equivalent.
• Two (2) years of experience working at a DOE facility is a plus.

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 (1 x 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.

Minimum salary $80,609 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.

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.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.