Maintenance Technician at Sparrow Company LLC – Las Cruces, New Mexico

A well-established manufacturing facility in Las Cruces, NM is seeking dependable and skilled Industrial Maintenance Technicians to join their overnight team.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Diagnose malfunctions in machinery and equipment.
• Repair/rebuild various plant and process equipment including pumps, motors, gearboxes, valves, and related equipment.
• Repair/rebuild/replace hydraulic and pneumatic equipment and troubleshoot flow controls.
• Troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), including inputs and outputs.
• Repair/replace instrumentation such as level sensors, RTDs, chart recorders, prox sensors, and photo eyes.
• Use a CMMS to process work orders, perform preventative maintenance, and manage inventory/parts orders.
• Operate forklifts and aerial platforms.
• Perform routine maintenance, cleaning, and troubleshooting of equipment to minimize downtime.
• Fabricate, drill, file, grind, cut, saw, and machine materials using hand and power tools, mills, and lathes.
• Weld and polish stainless steel to industry standards.
• Perform electrical troubleshooting and repair/replace components including fuses, relays, transformers, and wiring.
• Maintain ammonia systems, HVAC systems, steam systems, and plumbing equipment as needed.
• Inspect, repair, and maintain door systems, including fire doors, overhead doors, and roll-up doors.
• Collaborate with co-workers and supervisors to resolve maintenance issues.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and tools.
• Work weekends and holidays as needed.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational or technical training preferred.
• Previous experience in mechanical, electrical, or maintenance roles in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and technical skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, work instructions, and safety procedures.
• Basic math skills and ability to work with measurements in weight, volume, and distance.
• Ability to frequently lift up to 50 lbs independently and up to 100 lbs with assistance.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, and climb up to 4 flights of stairs for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in extreme cold, heat, and outdoor weather conditions.
• Welding, electrical, or mechanical skills are a strong plus.
• Flexible to work various shifts as needed.
• Must be able to work 12-hour night shifts (6:00 PM – 6:30 AM) Rotating Weekends and Holidays required.
• Applicants may be subject to a background check.*
• A pre-employment drug screening is required as a condition of employment.

*A conviction does not automatically disqualify you from employment. Factors such as age at the time, timing and nature of the offense, its seriousness, and rehabilitation efforts will be considered.

Sparrow Company Executive Search & Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.