Electrician/Mechanic - USC Carlsbad. LLC

United Salt Corporation; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Carlsbad, NM is seeking an Electrician/Mechanic responsible for repairing and maintaining various machinery according to specifications. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least 5 years of relevant experience. This full-time position requires a hands-on approach to both electrical and mechanical repairs, with physical demands including lifting up to 80 pounds. The role also includes preventive maintenance and troubleshooting equipment issues.

Qualifications

• Able to perform electrical and mechanical repairs effectively.
• Must have at least 5 years of related experience.
• Ability to lift and move up to 80 pounds regularly.

Responsibilities

• Examine equipment parts for defects.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on equipment.
• Dismantle devices to access and remove defective parts.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents

Mechanical repairs

Electrical repairs

Education

High school diploma or GED

3 to 5 years of related experience

Job description

Job Category: Manufacturing and Operations

Requisition Number: ELECT001173

• Posted : March 2, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

Carlsbad, NM 88220, USA

Description

Job Summary:

Electrician/Mechanic repairs and maintains, in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, and manufacturer's specifications, machinery and mechanical equipment, such as engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, bucket elevators, service conveyors and production machines and equipment, using hand tools, power tools, and precision‑measuring and testing instruments: Observes mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble. Reading electrical prints and troubleshooting problems with equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Examines equipment parts to detect imperfections.
• Dismantles devices to gain access to and remove defective parts, using hoists, cranes, hand tools, power tools, and electrical testing meters and instruments.
• Inspects used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements, using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
• Installs special functional and structural parts in devices, using hand tools.
• Starts devices to test their performance.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on equipment.
• Will do both electrical and mechanical repairs.
• Will have to identify items and parts to be ordered.
• Perform any job assigned by the supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or GED
• At least 5 years of related experience and/or training
• Ability to read, write, and interpret documents

Physical Demands

The physical demands outlined below are essential for an employee to effectively perform the fundamental aspects of this job:

• Employees must regularly stand, climb stairs and ladders, walk, and use their hands for tasks such as handling and feeling. They are also expected to reach with their hands and arms, and to communicate by speaking and listening.

Additionally, employees frequently need to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. They should be capable of lifting and/or moving up to 80 pounds regularly, and occasionally lifting and/or moving more than 80 pounds.

• In summary, employees are consistently required to stand, walk, manipulate objects, and reach. They must also possess the necessary vision capabilities to effectively carry out their responsibilities.

Training

• Employees are to participate in all required training. Employees are to keep all their training current and up to date.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Education, Experience, and Certifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), and three to five years of related experience and/or training

Other Requirements

• Must be able to complete and pass post‑offer checks to include, but not limited to, background, drug, references, and education.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.