Equipment Operator

POSITION SUMMARY

The H eavy E quipment O perator is responsible for operating motorized heavy equipment to ensure the accurate removal and placement of materials ( ie harvest product from ponds and haul to slurry pit). You will also collaborate with coworkers to ensure that projects are completed accurately. You will be required to conduct your duties in a safe, diligent manner at all times .

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Observe all OSHA and Intrepids safety rules and policies at all times
• Perform pre-shift inspections to ensure all equipment is operating safely and efficiently, and report any safety hazards to appropriate personnel
• Must be willing to work in extreme weather conditions
• Ability to read and understand the GPS system
• Preform pond repair and maintenance as needed
• Perform routine maintenance and check fluid level s
• Capacity to provide and follo w instructions
• Determine if work area is saf e
• Other duties as assigne d

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Drivers license with a g ood driving record
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be willing to work rotating shift s , overtime, and callout s

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Equipment hauling experience
• Experience operating the following equipment:
  • Dozer
  • Grader
  • Excavator
  • Backhoe
  • Forklift
  • Front End Loader
  • Scraper/Harvester
• Previous experience , 1 year, working in a manufacturing/construction environment
• Have a positive attitude when working and communicating with others

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to operate and control heavy equipment to complete tasks at the construction site
• Ability to operate front-end loader, grader, scraper , and other heavy equipment
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is 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
• May have to work at heights in a non-temperature-controlled environment and unpredictable weather conditions

• Is regularly exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels
• 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

SCH E DULE

• A 40 hour a week work schedule with rotating shifts will be required with callouts and overtime as part of the job

O PPORTUNITIES

• 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 Intrepids career path program

PRE-EMPLOYMENT DISCLO SURE

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.

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.