Associate Process Equipment Technician

Kairospower; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kairos Power is seeking an associate technologist to support process equipment operations, assembly, maintenance and operation of hardware, power supplies, heater controllers, and instrumentation. The role emphasizes hands-on work, organization, and attention to detail.

You will work under supervision to assist with R&D test programs and ensure safe, efficient equipment performance in a facility setting. Ideal candidates have technical education and a proactive problem-solving mindset.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; related technical degree preferred.
• Ability to work with PPE including full-face respirator and Tyvek suit.
• Experience in industrial operations or technologist roles is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and install process and auxiliary equipment using heavy machinery as needed.
• Support commissioning and perform maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Assist with acceptance testing and calibration checks after installation.
• Support daily facility operations including startup, monitoring, and shutdown.
• MonitorProcess parameters and report deviations; take safe actions as trained.
• Perform basic preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment.
• Review procedures under supervision and assist with R&D test programs.

Skills

Reading gauges and displays

Following technical procedures

Cross-training willingness

Hand tools familiarity

Mechanical inclination

Computer skills

Effective communication

Reading P&IDs & drawings

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology or related field (preferred)

Job description

Kairos Power is seeking an associate technologist to support process equipment operations, assembly, maintenance and operation of hardware, power supplies, heater controllers, and instrumentation. The role emphasizes hands-on work, organization, and attention to detail.

You will work under supervision to assist with R&D test programs and ensure safe, efficient equipment performance in a facility setting. Ideal candidates have technical education and a proactive problem-solving mindset.