Plant Maintenance Technician — Predictive & Preventive

dfa; New Mexico; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

DFA in New Mexico seeks a maintenance technician to perform corrective, preventive, and predictive maintenance on plant mechanical and utility systems. You will troubleshoot, repair, and service equipment, while following DFA procedures and safety rules.

The role requires 3–5 years of mechanical maintenance experience and a High School Diploma or equivalent, with strong English communication and computer skills. Overtime may be required to backfill team absences.

Qualifications

• Must have strong analytical skills and knowledge of general mechanical systems.
• Strong computer skills and ability to read and interpret reports.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English clearly.
• Verifiable maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Complete SAP reporting.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and repair plant systems according to DFA procedures.
• Perform preventative maintenance including lubrication, cleaning, and filter changes.
• Participate in plant projects and expansions.
• Follow safety, GMP, HACCP, and all plant policies and procedures.
• Attend scheduled training sessions.
• Provide communication to all support team members by following escalation procedures.
• Back fill team member absences with overtime as required.
• Demonstrate ownership of tools in a 24x7 manufacturing environment.
• Work within budget while completing timely repairs.
• Perform root cause analysis.
• Maintain repairs within departmental budget.

Skills

Analytical skills

General mechanical knowledge

Computer skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

DFA in New Mexico seeks a maintenance technician to perform corrective, preventive, and predictive maintenance on plant mechanical and utility systems. You will troubleshoot, repair, and service equipment, while following DFA procedures and safety rules.

The role requires 3–5 years of mechanical maintenance experience and a High School Diploma or equivalent, with strong English communication and computer skills. Overtime may be required to backfill team absences.