Diesel Mechanic

Intrepid Potash•Carlsbad, NM

9d•Onsite

About The Position

A Diesel Mechanic repairs and maintains various heavy equipment. The mechanic will insure proper operation of the equipment, including following-up with the equipment operators that found work is being addressed in a timely manner.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Valid Driver’s License
2+ years experience in heavy equipment maintenance and CAT / SIS / Cummins etc. preferred
Experience with DOT inspections required
Must be able to provide own metric tools
Must be available to work a call-out schedule for a 24/7 operation

Nice To Haves

CAT / SIS / Cummins etc. preferred

Responsibilities

Repair and maintain heavy equipment including, but not limited to: dump trucks, dozers, front end loaders, lowboy trailers, haul truck and light vehicles
Monitor and ensure the reliability of various equipment including, but not limited to: belt conveyors, pumps, screw conveyors, product elevators, product screens, etc.
Operate plant equipment such as skid steers, bulldozers, front-end loaders, etc.
Perform pre-shift inspections, as well as preventative maintenance and equipment clean up, to ensure all equipment is operating safely and efficiently
Adjust process equipment, and determine when to start and stop equipment to make adjustments
Ensure housekeeping of work environment is in order
Identify and report safety hazards
Complete regular, consistent inspections, and maintain appropriate equipment records and files
Perform other duties as assigned