Surface I&E Technician: Install, Calibrate & Troubleshoot

Intrepid Potash; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plan

401(k) with employer match

Work-life balance

Career path program

Job summary

Intrepid Potash is seeking a Surface - Instrumentation & Electrical (I & E) Technician in New Mexico – HB to install, calibrate, maintain and troubleshoot process instrumentation at surface operations. This role supports drive and control systems, PLC/DCS hardware, and 24/7 maintenance readiness.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, 3 years electrical experience, and the ability to read prints and manuals; an Associate’s degree in electronics/instrumentation is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Associate degree in electronics or instrumentation preferred with 3+ years of related experience.
• Ability to read instructions, blueprints and manuals.
• Must be available for 24/7 call-outs.

Responsibilities

• Execute day-to-day maintenance work orders for surface facilities.
• Install, troubleshoot and repair electrical components and systems (drive/control, conduit, instrumentation, motors).
• Assist with PLC/DCS hardware and install switches.
• Perform pre-shift inspections and preventative maintenance for safe operations.
• Document, analyze, checkout projects and control costs.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Attention to safety

Reading blueprints

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in electronics or instrumentation

Tools

PLC/DCS hardware

Microsoft Office

Job description

Intrepid Potash is seeking a Surface - Instrumentation & Electrical (I & E) Technician in New Mexico – HB to install, calibrate, maintain and troubleshoot process instrumentation at surface operations. This role supports drive and control systems, PLC/DCS hardware, and 24/7 maintenance readiness.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, 3 years electrical experience, and the ability to read prints and manuals; an Associate’s degree in electronics/instrumentation is preferred.