Industrial Maintenance Technician

Company: Aerotek
Location: Las Cruces
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Technician Job Description The Technician will be responsible for diagnosing malfunctions in machinery and equipment, performing preventive maintenance, and completing necessary repairs. This role involves rebuilding various plant and process equipment, including pumps, motors, gearboxes, valves, and other related equipment. Additionally, the Technician will repair, rebuild, and replace hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, understand flow controls, and possess both mechanical and electrical inclinations. Responsibilities Diagnose and troubleshoot malfunctions in machinery and equipment. Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on plant and process equipment. Rebuild pumps, motors, gearboxes, valves, and other related equipment. Repair and replace hydraulic and pneumatic equipment. Understand flow controls and demonstrate mechanical and electrical inclinations. Essential Skills Proficiency in electrical, hydraulics, and pneumatics. Experience with preventive maintenance and repair services. Skilled in using tools like multimeter and voltmeter. Knowledge of industrial, food, and electronics systems. Electrical troubleshooting skills. Comfortable standing, walking, and climbing stairs for long periods. Proficiency in English reading and writing. Additional Skills & Qualifications High level of welding, electrical, or mechanical skills is a plus. Flexibility to work various shifts as plant and business needs arise. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Why Work Here? Join a company that offers development opportunities to enhance your career fulfillment and meaningful compensation and benefits that help you care for your family. You will have opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through innovative products. Enjoy great benefits and compensation while working in a supportive environment. Work Environment The work environment includes a rotating shift schedule, with shifts from 6pm to 6am, offering a shift differential. The schedule rotates days off, providing one four-day weekend off a month while working seven days on and two off. The environment can vary between hot or cold in different areas. Flexibility is required as shifts may change based on plant and business needs. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Las Cruces, NM. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $26.93 - $30.40/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Las Cruces,NM. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 3, 2026. About Aerotek: We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000 light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000 employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500 experienced recruiters across 250 offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. Company Description We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000 light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000 employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500 experienced recruiters across 250 offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Company Description We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000 light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000 employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500 experienced recruiters across 250 offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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