Power Crew Operator

Intrepid Potash • Carlsbad, NM

22h • Onsite

About The Position

A Power Crew Operator is responsible for assisting in moving, relocating and installing power distribution from underground substations to area transformers throughout the mine. This position requires the ability to work safely, whether independently or within a team, an attention to detail, familiarity with operating heavy machinery. 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.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Driver’s License
• Minimum one (1) year general labor and/or industrial plant experience
• Willingness to learn and assist with basic low voltage installations, such as: radios on mobile equipment, replacing batteries on tracker nodes, and replacing batteries on cap lamps

Nice To Haves

• Underground mining experience preferred
• Electrical experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Advance and retreat area and miner transformers in working panels
• Set up, hang and retrieve high voltage cables to advance primary and secondary power feed to mining equipment.
• Perform area moves, involving operating mining equipment such as, roof bolters, battery and cable cars, intake and exhaust fans
• Conduct pre-shift inspections to ensure all equipment is operating safely and efficiently
• Follow and adhere to written instructions when opening and closing electrical circuits at substations and disconnects
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• 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 program
• Intrepid tuition reimbursement program for further education, training and certification courses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED