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Intrepid Potash, Inc.
Lab Technician
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What they do
A Laboratory Technician performs routine tests on samples of body fluids, tissues, and other substances for diagnostic and research purposes. Works under the supervision of a medical laboratory technologist in a laboratory or healthcare facility.
$45,932 / year median in New Mexico
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Salary Not Available Lab Technician
Intrepid Potash, Inc.
Occupation:
Medical and Clinical Laboratory TechnologistsLocation:
Carlsbad, NM - 88220Job Type:
Full Time (30 Hours or More)Posted:
08/03/2026 Positions available: 1Source:
Intrepid Potash IncWeb Site:
www.intrepidpotash.com Job #: o9vAAfwy Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. As a Lab Technician, you will play a vital role in ensuring high quality products are produces through all processes and plants. You will have the opportunity to work with sophisticated laboratory instrumentation, as well as perform sample preparation and analysis on all samples, along with data entry. This position requires attention to detail, effective critical thinking capabilities, and the ability to perfect physically intensive work such as frequent walking and standing.JOB DUTIES
- Properly split and prepare plant and loadout samples for analysis using XRD, Camsizer, and flame photometry
- Accurately log, analyze and report results of any test work in an electronic format
- Work cooperatively with other lab members and plant operations on various projects and tasks as needed
- Ensure correct function of all laboratory instruments through testing and maintenance
- Sample prep-drying, size analysis, XRD, insols, etc. as needed
- Perform other duties as assigned Additional Information Help for Additional Information.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or GED - trade/technical, or some college education, preferred
- Valid Driver's License
- Intermediate computer skills, including, but not limited to: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, etc.
- Must be able to work 12-hour shifts, rotating day and night
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-hour work days, rotating shift schedule. Schedule subject to change.- Both outdoors, in a non-temperature controlled environment subject to weather conditions, and indoors, in a temperature-controlled office environment
- 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
- Frequent walking and standing
- Sitting, talking or hearing, making visual inspections, perceiving color differences, making precise hand and finger movements, 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
- 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.