Facilities Technician Senior

NMSU Conference Services; New Mexico; On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Doña Ana Community College is seeking a Facilities Technician Senior to perform maintenance and repairs across campus facilities. The role involves supporting HVAC, locksmith, and general trade tasks, with a standard M-F 8-5 schedule and union affiliation with AFSCME.

A valid NMSU driving permit is required. Candidates should have a high school diploma with at least one year of relevant experience, or a higher degree.

Qualifications

• High School diploma plus 1 year of relevant experience, or higher degree.
• Five years in construction trades preferred (electrical, carpentry, plumbing, painting, HVAC).
• Able to obtain valid NMSU driving permit.

Responsibilities

• Performs general facilities maintenance and repairs, including patching, painting, minor plumbing repairs, and lighting maintenance.
• Maintains and repairs floors, carpeting, and ceilings throughout assigned buildings.
• Installs whiteboards, tack boards, plaques, picture frames, and signage in classrooms, offices, and administrative areas.
• Maintains, repairs, and replaces furniture as needed, including classroom tables and chairs and office furniture.
• Identifies and troubleshoots maintenance issues, notifying the manager or assistant manager so vendor repairs can be arranged when needed.
• Assists the HVAC Lead and HVAC Techs with HVAC repairs and maintenance, including quarterly filter replacement and other minor repairs as directed by the manager.
• Supports preventive maintenance tasks and routine equipment checks to help maintain system reliability.
• Supports the Facilities Locksmith with door and door hardware repair, removal, and installation, as well as maintenance of door closers and ADA operators.
• Assists the campus community with various activities and special events, including but not limited to: graduation, golf tournaments, and career fairs. Supports these by providing setup, support, and other logistical assistance as needed.

Skills

General facilities maintenance

HVAC assistance

Electrical knowledge

Carpentry basics

Painting basics

Education

High School diploma

1 year relevant experience or higher degree

Job description

• Doña Ana Community College, New Mexico, United States

Position Details

• 503966
• Doña Ana Community College, New Mexico, United States
• Staff
• Staff Full-time
• Closing at: Sep 19 2026 - 23:55 MDT

Department Contact: Kathy Shreffler; 575-527-7700; [e-mail]

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Advertising Summary

DACC, a responsive, accessible, comprehensive, learning-centered community college that provides education opportunities to a diverse community of learners is inviting candidates to apply for the following four (4) available Facilities Technician Sr positions

Position Details

• Position Title: Facilities Technician Senior
• College/Division: DACC Dona Ana CC
• Department: 941230-DACC FACILITIES SUPP
• Location: Doña Ana Community College
• Offsite Location (if applicable): DACC Espina and East Mesa Campus
• Target Hourly/Salary Rate: $16.83
• Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Bargaining Unit Announcement: This is a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
• Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable
• Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs general facilities maintenance and repairs, including patching, painting, minor plumbing repairs, and lighting maintenance.
• Maintains and repairs floors, carpeting, and ceilings throughout assigned buildings.
• Installs whiteboards, tack boards, plaques, picture frames, and signage in classrooms, offices, and administrative areas.
• Maintains, repairs, and replaces furniture as needed, including classroom tables and chairs and office furniture.
• Identifies and troubleshoots maintenance issues, notifying the manager or assistant manager so vendor repairs can be arranged when needed.
• Assists the HVAC Lead and HVAC Techs with HVAC repairs and maintenance, including quarterly filter replacement and other minor repairs as directed by the manager.
• Supports preventive maintenance tasks and routine equipment checks to help maintain system reliability.
• Supports the Facilities Locksmith with door and door hardware repair, removal, and installation, as well as maintenance of door closers and ADA operators.
• Assists the campus community with various activities and special events, including but not limited to: graduation, golf tournaments, and career fairs. Supports these by providing setup, support, and other logistical assistance as needed.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

High School diploma + 1 years of relevant experience, or higher degree.

Preferred Qualifications

Five years experience or more in the construction industry including knowledge of various trades such as electrical, carpentry, plumbing, painting, and HVAC.

Special Certification/Licensure

Able to obtain valid NMSU driving permit

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment

Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.

Physical Effort

Moderate physical activity.

Lifting Requirements

Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds.

Risk

Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.

Recruitment Summary

We are New Mexico’s land- grant institution and a comprehensive research university dedicated to teaching, research public service and outreach at all levels. NMSU is a welcoming community of talented faculty, staff and students who are working together to make a difference. We are a NASA Space Grant College, a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI), a minority-serving institution (MSI) and home to the first Honors College in New Mexico. We offer an accessible education that shapes bright futures.

NMSU provides learning opportunities to a diverse population of students and community members at four campuses, Cooperative Extension offices located in each of New Mexico’s 33 counties, 12 research and science centers, and through distance education.

NMSU Global Campus Since 1888, NMSU has proudly embodied this tradition, building relationships that last a lifetime while serving students who want to earn their degree and grow in their field. Today, NMSU Global Campus provides flexible, career-focused online education that helps our students transform their lives - and the lives of the people they love - through over 70 degree and certificate programs, skill-building microlearning courses, and career and talent development.

NMSU Main Campus Located in Las Cruces, NM, New Mexico State University's 900-acre main campus is located at the crossroads of I-10 and I-25 in the Southwestern United States. As a thriving center of higher education, deeply rooted in the regional tradition, its role as a comprehensive university is recognized throughout the state.

Doña Ana Community College Founded in 1973 in collaboration with local school districts to support occupational education, DACC is now a leading community college that provides transformative educational opportunities that meet the workforce needs of Doña Ana County. With a focus on access, innovation and excellence, DACC offers over ninety degrees and certificates, adult education, specialized workforce training, and small business assistance.

Alamogordo Campus Established in 1958 to serve the needs of the airmen and families stationed at Holloman Air Force Base located only 10 miles west of Alamogordo, NMSUA is a community college with a long history of excellence that is supported by a caring community of hard-working students and dedicated faculty and staff. The campus is situated on the hill above Alamogordo and provides inspiring views of the city and the Tularosa Basin, offering the perfect venue for creative and motivated learning.

Grants Campus NMSU Grants was established as a branch of New Mexico State University in 1968 through the cooperative efforts of New Mexico State University and Grants Municipal Schools. As a two-year branch community college, NMSU Grants serves the local communities in Cibola and McKinley counties, including the Pueblos of Acoma, Laguna, and Zuni, as well as Tohajiilee, San Mateo, San Rafael, Cubero, the City of Grants, and the Village of Milan.

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