Industrial Maintenance Technician — On-Call, 24/7

intrepidpotash; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans with prescription drug

401(K) with immediate vesting and very

Work-life balance

Career path programs

PPE provided

Job summary

Intrepid Potash in Carlsbad, NM is seeking a Surface Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot failures, perform preventive maintenance, and support plant equipment and building systems. The role requires safe work practices, strong mechanical knowledge, and flexibility for on-call schedules.

Responsibilities include repairing equipment, conducting pre-shift inspections, assisting with mobile/heavy equipment, and adhering to 9/80 shift with on-call rotation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Crane operation experience preferred but not required.
• Must provide own basic standard and metric tools.
• Must be available for a 24/7 call-out schedule.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, replace and/or rebuild malfunctioning equipment.
• Execute routine preventative maintenance items (lubrication, greasing, replacing screens and pumps, oil checks).
• Maintain above-ground machinery, plumbing, pumps, conveyors, elevators and structures.
• Conduct pre-shift inspections for safe and efficient operation.
• Assist with maintenance of mobile and heavy equipment (cranes, forklifts).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

On-call ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic tools

Job description

Intrepid Potash in Carlsbad, NM is seeking a Surface Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot failures, perform preventive maintenance, and support plant equipment and building systems. The role requires safe work practices, strong mechanical knowledge, and flexibility for on-call schedules.

Responsibilities include repairing equipment, conducting pre-shift inspections, assisting with mobile/heavy equipment, and adhering to 9/80 shift with on-call rotation.