David Joshua
@davidjoshua1
I lead IT/OT automation, electrical systems, and capital projects for mining operations.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
At Intrepid Potash, I lead IT/OT operations across instrumentation, electrical systems, industrial control systems, and IT. I manage maintenance and capital projects from concept through completion, including projects from $250K to $6MM.
I've completed more than 14 WattSmart projects with Rocky Mountain Power, generating approximately $5.9MM in incentives and kWh savings. My background spans industrial automation, network design, PLC/HMI programming, electrical maintenance, and reliable control systems for mine and plant operations.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Leads a multidisciplinary technology group overseeing IT/OT operations, maintenance, and capital projects. Managed capital projects from $250K to $6MM and completed over 14 WattSmart projects with Rocky Mountain Power, yielding approximately $5.9MM in incentives and kWh savings.
Managed over 100 network switches and 150 Ubiquiti wireless bridges across two mine locations. Oversaw two VMware environments with 8 VXRail nodes and VSAN, hosting over 80 virtual servers, and led network expansion and redundancy design.
Designed, commissioned, and maintained critical instruments and control systems. Integrated VFDs into control systems and programmed PLCs for remote pumping, conveyor systems, and brine transfer.
I&E Technician
Bruno Engineering and Bodec Inc
Apr 2012 - May 2014 (2 years 1 month)
Contributed to commissioning of new construction and infrastructure overhaul projects in oilfield, wind energy, powerplant, and mining industries. Programmed Industrial Control Systems and performed instrumentation calibration, troubleshooting, and acceptance testing.
Journeyman Electrician
Tri State Electric
Jan 2010 - Apr 2012 (2 years 3 months)
Performed electrical installations, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Interpreted blueprints and schematics, and conducted testing and inspections of electrical equipment.
Industrial Electrical Technician
MECI
Sep 2005 - Jan 2010 (4 years 4 months)
Started as an Electrical Apprentice and advanced to Electrical Foreman, managing projects, mentoring team members, and prioritizing safety, quality, and timelines.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
MicroMasters, Probability and Statistics
Completed a MicroMasters program in Probability - The Science of Uncertainty and Data in 2019.
George Brown College
Certificate, Industrial Control Systems and Automation
Earned a two-year certificate in Industrial Control Systems and Automation in 2016.
Boise State University
Certificate, Electrical, Electronics and Computer Science
Completed a program in Electrical, Electronics and Computer Science at Larry G. Selland College of Applied Technology in 2009.
Skyview High School
High School Diploma, General Studies
Earned a high school diploma in 2005.
CompTIA
Network+ Certification, Networking
Earned the Network+ certification in 2004.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
United StatesAuthorized to work in
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