Underground Mine Maintenance Technician (9/80 or 12h)

Jobvite, Inc.; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Prescription drug coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

PPE

Job summary

Intrepid Potash is seeking a Mine Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair underground mining equipment in a 9/80 or rotating 12-hour shift. The role covers electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems, and requires reading drawings, welding, and on-call coverage for a 24/7 operation.

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, at least two years of industrial maintenance experience (underground mining preferred), and the ability to work independently or with a team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license.
• At least two years of industrial maintenance experience; underground mining experience preferred.
• Ability to read and understand electrical, structural, and hydraulic drawings.
• Ability to provide basic American-made mechanic hand tools up to 30 mm and 1 1/4 inches; Intrepid provides larger specialty tools.
• Strong mechanical knowledge, safe work practices, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Availability to participate in a rotating call-out schedule supporting a 24/7 operation.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems on underground mining equipment, conveyor belts, ore loadout equipment, and mobile and stationary diesel equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance, including lubrication, oil changes, inspections, defect identification, and verification that components are properly secured.
• Install, replace, and repair motors, chains, gearboxes, transmissions, differentials, and suspension components.
• Perform oxy-acetylene cutting, stick or MIG welding, and rigging procedures for safe lifting.
• Complete pre-shift inspections to confirm equipment is operating safely and efficiently.
• Support a 24/7 operation through rotating on-call coverage, overtime when needed, and other assigned maintenance duties.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical knowledge

Reading drawings

Independent/team work

Rotating on-call

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools SAE/metric

Job description

Intrepid Potash is seeking a Mine Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair underground mining equipment in a 9/80 or rotating 12-hour shift. The role covers electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems, and requires reading drawings, welding, and on-call coverage for a 24/7 operation.

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, at least two years of industrial maintenance experience (underground mining preferred), and the ability to work independently or with a team.