Heavy Equipment Operator (Pond Harvester)
Description
Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator - Pond Harvester
Reports To: Production Working Supervisor
Location: New Mexico – HB Plant
OVERVIEW
A Pond Harvester operates heavy equipment in order to harvest salt off of Intrepid’s solar evaporation ponds. This position requires a safety-conscious work attitude and comfort in operating large mobile equipment.
OVERVIEW
A Pond Harvester operates heavy equipment in order to harvest salt off of Intrepid’s solar evaporation ponds. This position requires a safety-conscious work attitude and comfort in operating large mobile equipment.
JOB DUTIES
- Operate heavy mobile equipment including, but not limited to: CAT scraper, motor grader, skid steer, blade, loader, etc.
- Perform pre-shift inspections, as well as preventative maintenance and equipment clean up, to ensure all equipment is operating safely and efficiently, and report any safety hazards to appropriate personnel
- Monitor and operate equipment to ensure consistent wet mineral is sent to the flotation plant
- Assist in mucking and cleaning up mineral spills
- Perform other duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid Driver’s License
- Minimum one (1) year heavy equipment operation experience
- Possession of Class A CDL is preferred but not required
- Experience in operating: back hoe, dump truck, excavator, belly dump and dozer preferred, but not required
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
SCHEDULE AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
12-14 hour work days, rotating shift schedule. Schedule subject to change.
12-14 hour work days, rotating shift schedule. Schedule subject to change.
- Outdoors, in a non-temperature controlled environment, and subject to weather conditions
- Exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels
- Employees are required to wear safety attire and personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Standing, walking, sitting, talking or hearing, making visual inspections, twisting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching or grasping
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, and push and/or pull up to 50 lbs.
- Must be able to climb stairs and/or ladders, and potentially work at heights, perceive color differences
- Will be required to wear personal protective equipment as needed and engage in strenuous physical activity
A pre-placement physical and hair follicle drug 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.
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.
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.