Equipment Maintenance Technician Jobs in Arizona
Equipment Maintenance Technician jobs in Arizona are concentrated in Phoenix, Tucson, and Mesa, where manufacturing, aerospace, and semiconductor production drive steady demand for technicians skilled in preventive maintenance, PLC troubleshooting, and HVAC systems. Major employers with a lasting Arizona presence include Intel, Raytheon Technologies, and Banner Health, all of which maintain large facilities requiring dedicated maintenance staff. Openings range from entry-level shift technicians to senior leads overseeing multi-site equipment programs. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Role Title:
Senior Maintenance Planner – Mobile Equipment
Reports to:
Maintenance Manager, Mobile Equipment Mining
Job Type:
Full Time, Regular
Location:
Sahuarita, AZ
About Hudbay:
Hudbay (TSX, NYSE: HBM) is a copper-focused mining company with three long-life operations and a world-class pipeline of copper growth projects in tier-one mining-friendly jurisdictions of Canada, Peru, and the United States.
Hudbay's operating portfolio includes the Constancia mine in Cusco (Peru), the Snow Lake operations in Manitoba (Canada) and the Copper Mountain mine in British Columbia (Canada). Copper is the primary metal produced by the Company, which is complemented by meaningful gold production and by-product zinc, silver and molybdenum. Hudbay's growth pipeline includes the Copper World project in Arizona (United States), the Cactus project in Arizona (United States), the Mason project in Nevada (United States), the Llaguen project in La Libertad (Peru) and several expansion and exploration opportunities near its existing operations.
The value Hudbay creates and the impact it has is embodied in its purpose statement: “We care about our people, our communities, and our planet. Hudbay provides the metals the world needs. We work sustainably, transform lives, and create better futures for communities.” Hudbay’s mission is to create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging its core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.
Mission:
To create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging our core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.
Purpose of Role:
The Maintenance Planner - Mobile Equipment is responsible for providing planning, and execution for all mobile equipment maintenance activities supporting the Copper World Project and mining operation to ensure safe, reliable, and productive mining operations. The role is accountable for fleet reliability, maintenance planning and scheduling, electrical and automation maintenance, autonomous haulage system maintenance support, maintenance readiness, asset management, contractor performance, and cost control to ensure safe, reliable, and productive mining operations.
ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Leadership & Operational Coordination
- Lead all mobile equipment maintenance planning activities supporting mining operations.
- Provide planning leadership for maintenance, scheduling, reliability, electrical maintenance, instrumentation, automation, and AHS maintenance functions.
- Coordinate maintenance planning and scheduling activities to maximize equipment availability and utilization.
- Partner with Mine Operations to maximize fleet performance, equipment availability, and operating efficiency.
- Confers with mine supervision to implement equipment maintenance activities and monitors activities to assure work is progressing according to established procedures.
- Participate in operational readiness reviews, risk assessments, and business improvement initiatives.
- Performs observations and analyses of mine equipment maintenance activities, prepares reports and maintains related data.
- Monitors for quality, quantity, and completeness of the assigned equipment maintenance tasks.
- Distributes work orders and assists maintenance supervisors with job coordination.
Maintenance Strategy & Reliability
- Develop and implement maintenance management systems, standards, procedures, and work management processes.
- Establish preventive, predictive, and condition-based maintenance programs for all mobile assets, developing fleet lifecycle management strategies and equipment replacement plans.
- Establish reliability-centered maintenance practices and asset health monitoring programs.
- Participate in root cause failure analysis investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.
Technology, Engineering & Supply Chain
- Establish contractor management processes and coordinate OEM technical support services.
- Support spare parts strategies, warehouse readiness, and inventory optimization initiatives.
- Support implementation and optimization of SAP PM and maintenance business processes.
- Manage maintenance support for autonomous haulage systems, fleet management systems, and digital technologies.
- Support engineering reviews to ensure maintainability, operability, accessibility, reliability, and safety requirements are incorporated into project designs.
- Maintains ongoing contacts with mine equipment vendors and suppliers in regard to equipment, material and parts specifications, and warranties associated with mine equipment.
- Assist with the implementation of ERP system and CMMS.
Safety & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, regulatory, and company requirements.
- Understand and comply with company, federal, and state safety and environmental regulations and maintain safe work procedures related to mine equipment maintenance activities.
- Complies with Company's safety awareness program, office and/or field safety policies.
Additional Responsibilities
- Performs other related mine equipment maintenance activities as required.
- Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION:
Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Experience:
- Experience as a mobile mine maintenance technician.
- Supervisory experience.
- Copper mining experience (Preferred).
- Experience with maintenance readiness and operational readiness programs (Preferred).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Understands and uses computer software and applications associated with mine equipment maintenance assignments.
- Experience with CMMS systems for tracking all Mobile equipment; SAP usage is preferred.
- Expresses ideas clearly and listens to the ideas of others.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Other Requirements:
Physical – The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities may be required for this position.
Work Environment – The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work environment will necessitate work near moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions such as hot and/or dry conditions. Work will be conducted in locations where noise, fumes, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration may exist.
Employee must be able to prove that he/she has a current and valid driver's license.
Why Hudbay?
- At Hudbay, our values of Dignity & Respect, Caring, Openness, and Trustworthiness are embedded into our culture by the way we work and how we interact with one another.
- We pride ourselves in providing our employees with competitive total rewards that include:
- Annual performance bonuses
- Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits for you and your family
- Company paid Life insurance, AD&D, Short- & Long-term Disability
- 401(k) plan with employer contribution
- An Employee Share Purchase Plan with contribution matching
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Assistance
- Paid time off, paid sick time and holiday pay
- Regular performance appraisals to acknowledge our employees for their contributions, strengths and work well done.
Hudbay is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Following a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to successfully complete a criminal background check. Depending on the specific requirements of the role, candidates may also need to undergo a physical examination, drug screening, and educational verification.
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The qualifications that appear most often in equipment maintenance technician jobs across Arizona.
- High school diploma or GED with two or more years of hands-on maintenance experience
- Proficiency in electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems troubleshooting
- Experience with preventive and predictive maintenance programs in a manufacturing environment
- Ability to read and interpret technical schematics, blueprints, and equipment manuals
- Familiarity with CMMS software such as SAP PM, Maximo, or eMaint for work order tracking
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 general industry certification preferred by most Arizona employers
Equipment Maintenance Technician Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a equipment maintenance technician in Arizona?
Most Arizona employers require a high school diploma or GED plus hands-on experience, often gained through a community college program or an apprenticeship. Maricopa Community Colleges and Pima Community College both offer industrial maintenance and mechatronics programs that align with local employer needs. Arizona does not require a state license specifically for general equipment maintenance technicians, but earning certifications such as a NIMS Machining credential or an EPA 608 for refrigerant handling strengthens your candidacy significantly.
Which companies hire equipment maintenance technicians in Arizona?
Employers hiring equipment maintenance technicians in Arizona right now include NAVAJO COUNTY, Fiat Mechanical, and WGNSTAR, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Arizona's concentration of semiconductor fabs, aerospace manufacturers, and large hospital systems means demand for qualified maintenance technicians stays active across a wide range of industries and facility types.
Which Arizona cities have the most equipment maintenance technician jobs?
The cities with the most equipment maintenance technician openings in Arizona are Chandler, Phoenix, and Mesa. Phoenix dominates due to its dense cluster of semiconductor plants, distribution centers, and healthcare campuses, while Tucson's defense and aerospace contractors and Mesa's expanding manufacturing base account for strong hiring outside the core metro.
Are there remote equipment maintenance technician jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they're rare. Equipment maintenance technicians work directly with physical machinery, so the role is almost entirely on-site by nature. About 0% of equipment maintenance technician openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to involve technical support, documentation, or training coordination rather than hands-on repair work.
How can I get hired as a equipment maintenance technician in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing an industrial maintenance or mechatronics program at Maricopa Community Colleges or Pima Community College, which have direct pipelines to Arizona manufacturers. Large employers like Intel and Raytheon often hire graduates into maintenance technician apprentice or tech associate roles. Starting as a facilities assistant, production operator, or janitorial technician at a plant also builds the site familiarity that leads to maintenance openings. An EPA 608 certification or OSHA 10 card gives candidates with no formal maintenance experience a concrete credential to show employers.
Where can I find and apply to equipment maintenance technician jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to equipment maintenance technician jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings across manufacturing, healthcare, aerospace, and facilities sectors. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that fit your background.
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