I & E Technician

The Intrepid Group; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Intrepid Potash Inc. in Carlsbad, New Mexico, seeks an I&E Technician to support a 24/7 operation with a 9/80 schedule. You will execute maintenance, install and repair electrical systems, and assist with PLC/DCS hardware in a safety‑focused environment.

The role requires three years of electrical experience, the ability to read blueprints, and a high school diploma or GED; an associate degree in electronics is preferred. Equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace are noted.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license.
• At least three years of electrical experience with demonstrated troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and follow instructions, blueprints, and equipment manuals.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, and related Microsoft Office applications.
• Associate degree in electronics or instrumentation preferred, with at least three years of applicable experience.

Responsibilities

• Execute day-to-day maintenance work orders supporting surface facility operations.
• Install, troubleshoot, and repair electrical components and systems, including drive and control systems, conduit and wiring, pneumatic and electronic instrumentation, and motors.
• Assist with maintaining PLC/DCS hardware and installing switches.
• Complete pre-shift inspections and preventive maintenance to help ensure equipment and systems operate safely and efficiently; report safety hazards to appropriate personnel.
• Perform analysis, detailed documentation, installation, checkout, debugging, and cost control for assigned projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

MS Office proficiency

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in electronics or instrumentation

Tools

PLC/DCS hardware

Instrumentation

Electrical wiring and conduit

Job description

I&E Technician

Powering safe, reliable operations through precision and expertise.

9/80 schedule, Monday–Thursday, 6:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.; working Fridays, 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m., with every other Friday off. This role supports a 24/7 operation and requires availability for call-outs as needed. Schedule subject to change.

• Execute day-to-day maintenance work orders supporting surface facility operations.
• Install, troubleshoot, and repair electrical components and systems, including drive and control systems, conduit and wiring, pneumatic and electronic instrumentation, and motors.
• Assist with maintaining PLC/DCS hardware and installing switches.
• Complete pre-shift inspections and preventive maintenance to help ensure equipment and systems operate safely and efficiently; report safety hazards to appropriate personnel.
• Perform analysis, detailed documentation, installation, checkout, debugging, and cost control for assigned projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Will Need to Be Successful in the Role

• High school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license.
• At least three years of electrical experience with demonstrated troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and follow instructions, blueprints, and equipment manuals.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, and related Microsoft Office applications.
• Associate degree in electronics or instrumentation preferred, with at least three years of applicable experience.

Why Work for Us?

• We impact lives for the better! Our efforts as a solution miner are essential for agriculture, animal feed, and other industrial operations.
• Our quality, agility, reliability, and speed differentiate us with customers. We act with integrity and trust.
• We are financially healthy with strong revenue, cash flow, and no long-term debt.
• We have both a proud history and a compelling future, focused on sustainable and superior operational excellence and customer service.

One Team. One Purpose. Intrepid Proud!

The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.

Intrepid Potash Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other protected Federal, State/Province, or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

I&E Technician Job Posting | Intrepid Potash

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.