Surface Maintenance Technician - North Plant

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

As a Surface Maintenance Technician you will troubleshoot cause of failure, recommend repairs, and perform general maintenance of plant equipment, systems and surrounding building machinery. This position requires the ability to work safely, whether independently or within a team, a wide mechanical knowledge, and flexibility for on-call schedules.

JOB DUTIES

• Troubleshoot, repair, replace and/or rebuild malfunctioning equipment
• Execute routine preventative maintenance checklist items, including, but not limited to: lubrication and greasing of equipment, replacing screens and pumps, oil levels, etc.
• Maintain various equipment such above-ground machinery, plumbing, pumps, conveyors, elevators, structures and compactors.
• Conduct pre-shift inspections to ensure all equipment is operating safely and efficiently
• Assist with maintenance and operation of mobile and heavy equipment, including, but not limited to: crane, forklift, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Driver’s License
• Minimum two (2) years of industrial maintenance experience
• Crane operation experience preferred, but not required
• Must be able to provide own basic standard and metric tools
• Must be available to work a call‑out schedule for a 24/7 operation

OPPORTUNITIES

• Medical plans with prescription drug coverage, dental insurance and vision insurance
• 401(K) with immediate vesting and generous employer match
• Work‑life balance with family‑friendly work schedules
• Opportunity to grow within position through Intrepid’s career path programs
• PPE, uniform shirts and boot vouchers are provided

SCHEDULE AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

9 / 80 schedule. This is where you work 9 hour days and have every other Friday off (The Friday you do work is an 8 hour day.) Schedule subject to change.

As part of a 24/7 maintenance support team, employees will be on a rotating on‑call schedule. Schedule subject to change.

• Outdoors, in a non‑temperature controlled environment, and subject to weather conditions
• Exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels
  Employees are required to wear safety attire and personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Standing, walking, sitting, talking or hearing, making visual inspections, making precise hand and finger movements, twisting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching or grasping
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, and push and/or pull up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to climb stairs and/or ladders, work at heights, perceive color differences
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment as needed and engage in strenuous physical activity

A pre‑placement physical and hair follicle drug test will be required for anyone selected for this opportunity. Placement into the position will not be made until the results are received and cleared by Intrepid.

ABOUT US

Intrepid is an entrepreneurial organization committed to developing unique and environmentally sound ways of extracting minerals of global importance to multiple industries. While our legacy potassium products hold a strong reputation in the agriculture and feed industries, the expansion of our water, brine and other solutions contributes to the oil and gas industries to support energy resources. This diversification of products and customers expands our growth and impact beyond yesterday’s needs. Working at Intrepid, you will experience the commitment, teamwork, and growth in every role and experience.