Underground Mine Maintenance Tech—12h Rotating Shifts

Intrepid Potash, Inc.; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Intrepid Potash, Inc. is seeking a Mine Maintenance Technician in Carlsbad, NM to keep underground mining operations moving safely.

The role involves troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems on underground mining equipment, conveyors, and diesel machinery, with routine preventive maintenance and quality inspections. You will install and repair motors, gearboxes, and suspension components, perform welding, and conduct pre-shift checks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Industrial maintenance experience required.
• Underground mining experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems on underground mining equipment, conveyors, and diesel equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance including lubrication, oil changes, inspections, and defect identification.
• Install, replace, and repair motors, chains, gearboxes, transmissions, and suspension components.
• Perform oxy-acetylene cutting, stick or MIG welding, and rigging procedures for safe lifting.
• Complete pre-shift inspections to ensure equipment is safe and efficient.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Underground mining

Reading drawings

Tool familiarity

Call-out availability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

American-made hand tools

Diesel equipment tools

Job description

Intrepid Potash, Inc. is seeking a Mine Maintenance Technician in Carlsbad, NM to keep underground mining operations moving safely.

The role involves troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems on underground mining equipment, conveyors, and diesel machinery, with routine preventive maintenance and quality inspections. You will install and repair motors, gearboxes, and suspension components, perform welding, and conduct pre-shift checks.