POSITION SUMMARY

The Lube Tech performs preventive maintenance, fueling, and minor repairs on pumps, belt lines, bearings, and other equipment around the plant site. Key duties involve operating a service truck, conducting safety inspections, assisting mechanics, and maintaining accurate service records. You will work with other maintenance, field, mill, and packaging employees to ensure all equipment is properly lubed and serviced on a regular schedule.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Conduct oil changes, grease points, replace filters (oil, fuel, hydraulic), and top off all necessary fluids for large mobile mining equipment
Carry out scheduled PM services, inspect components for wear, and identify potential issues to prevent costly downtime
Conduct Field Level Risk Assessments (FLRAs), follow all safety procedures, and maintain clean work areas
Complete service reports, logbooks, and work orders accurately, either on paper or electronically
Keep service trucks, pumps, and tools in good working order
Perform additional duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent
Valid Driver’s license

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

OSHA 10HR
A minimum of 2 years of experience in an industrial work setting
Experience doing maintenance work

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Knowledge of pumps, seals, packing, and bearings
Ability to problem solve, learn processes quickly, and stay calm in a stressful environment
Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions. • Ability to read alpha and numeric; ability to use simple math

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is typically performed outdoors in a non-temperature controlled environment. The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee:

Is regularly required to lift heavy objects (50lbs <=) and work in confined spaces
May have to work at heights at or above 100’ in a non-temperature-controlled environment and unpredictable weather conditions
Is regularly exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise
Is required to always wear safety attire and personal protective equipment (PPE)
Will frequently be standing, walking, sitting, talking or hearing, making visual inspections, making precise hand and finger movements, twisting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching and grasping
Must be able to climb stairs and/or ladders, work at heights on occasion, and perceive color differences

SCHEDULE

A 40 hour a week work schedule will be required
Call outs and overtime are a necessary part of the job

OPPORTUNITIES

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

PRE-EMPLOYMENT DISCLOSURE

A pre-placement Physical, Drug Test, Background Check, and Mobility test will be required for anyone selected for this opportunity. Placement into the position will not be made until the results are received and cleared by Intrepid.

The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.

Intrepid Potash Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

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