Mine Operator
Intrepid Potash · Carlsbad, NM · 1 mo ago
ManagementTemporary
Job Duties
- Operate mine equipment, including miner, roof bolter, dozer, and shuttle car.
- Execute tasks to assist in production process, such as changing bits in miner, moving power cables, and hand-shoveling conveyor belt tail sections.
- Complete pre-shift inspections, preventative maintenance, and equipment clean-up to ensure safe and efficient operation of equipment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- One (1) year general labor and/or industrial plant experience.
Benefits
- Medical plans with prescription drug coverage, dental insurance, and vision insurance.
- 401(K) with immediate vesting and generous employer match.
- Opportunity for work-life balance with family-friendly work schedules.
- Opportunity to grow within position through Intrepid’s career path programs.
Schedule and Work Environment
- 4x3 Rotating Shift Schedule - 4 12-hour shifts - weekdays, 3 off - weekends.
- 7am to 7pm. Then rotate to 7pm to 7am.
- Underground mining environment that is often not well lit and is at low heights.
- Exposure to louder than moderate noises (ex: vehicle noises, machinery noises, etc.).
- Employees are required to wear safety attire and personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
Physical Requirements
- Standing, walking, sitting (while driving) over 2/3 of work time.
- Squatting, talking or hearing, making visual inspections, making precise hand and fingers movements, twisting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching or grasping.
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs., and push and/or pull up to 50 lbs.
- Will be required to wear personal protective equipment as needed and engage in strenuous physical activity.
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. We are proud to be an EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.