Service Tech Jobs in New Mexico
Service tech jobs in New Mexico are concentrated in Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and Las Cruces, where demand runs from entry-level bench technicians to senior field service engineers. Employers with a lasting presence in the state include Sandia National Laboratories, Intel's Rio Rancho facility, and Presbyterian Healthcare Services, each with ongoing needs for electronics, biomedical, and facilities service technicians. HVAC, medical equipment, and industrial systems are the most in-demand specialties across New Mexico's mixed urban and rural market. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Transport Vehicle Service Tech
Are you passionate about vehicle maintenance, public service, and working in a fast-paced team environment? Join the team at UNM Parking & Transportation Services (PATS) and help keep the University moving!
Each year, our transportation team safely transports more than 1.5 million students, faculty, staff, and visitors across the University of New Mexico campus. As one of the first departments many guests encounter, PATS employees play a vital role in creating a welcoming, safe, and positive experience for the UNM community.
We are currently seeking a skilled and motivated Transport Vehicle Service Technician to join our team. This position is ideal for someone who takes pride in their work, values teamwork, and is committed to safety, reliability, and excellent customer service.
What You’ll Do
As a Transport Vehicle Service Technician, you will help ensure our fleet operates safely and efficiently by performing inspections, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on university transit vehicles and related equipment.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Performing daily safety and service inspections
- Diagnosing routine mechanical and system issues
- Conducting preventative maintenance and repairs
- Cleaning, detailing, fueling, and road testing fleet vehicles
- Maintaining accurate service records and inspection documentation
- Assisting with safe fleet operations and supporting transportation services as needed
- This role may also require safely operating a loaded passenger bus in service when necessary.
- Ability to work flexible hours between 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m., Monday–Friday, including nights, weekends, overtime, and special events coverage as required
Why Join PATS?
At PATS, we are committed to providing the highest level of safe, reliable, friendly, and professional transportation service to everyone we serve. We foster a work environment that values:
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Professional growth and self-development
- Safety and operational excellence
- Customer service and community engagement
If you enjoy hands-on work, thrive in a team-oriented environment, and want to make a direct impact on the UNM community, we encourage you to apply!
Join a department that keeps UNM moving, apply today and become part of a team dedicated to service, safety, and excellence!
See the Position Description for additional information.
- Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
- Possession of a valid New Mexico Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is a requirement for this job.
- As a CDL driver, the employee will be required to comply with all provisions of DOT Regulation 49 CFR Parts 40 and 382, including random drug and alcohol testing.
- Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
High school diploma or GED; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
- Experience working within a scheduled transportation system
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to maintain records and document work accurately
- Ability to follow through on assignments and responsibilities
- Strong understanding of safety procedures and vehicle inspection standards
- Must be a dependable team player
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Please complete the online application and/or include a current resume including all relevant work experience, as this information will be used to determine the rate of pay if selected for the position.
Applicants must also attach:
- Three professional references, preferably supervisory references, who can speak to your work experience, reliability, and qualifications related to this position
- Any certifications related to the position (e.g., ASE certifications)
- A letter of interest explaining why you are the best candidate for the position
Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.
Transport Vehicle Service Tech
Are you passionate about vehicle maintenance, public service, and working in a fast-paced team environment? Join the team at UNM Parking & Transportation Services (PATS) and help keep the University moving!
Each year, our transportation team safely transports more than 1.5 million students, faculty, staff, and visitors across the University of New Mexico campus. As one of the first departments many guests encounter, PATS employees play a vital role in creating a welcoming, safe, and positive experience for the UNM community.
We are currently seeking a skilled and motivated Transport Vehicle Service Technician to join our team. This position is ideal for someone who takes pride in their work, values teamwork, and is committed to safety, reliability, and excellent customer service.
What You’ll Do
As a Transport Vehicle Service Technician, you will help ensure our fleet operates safely and efficiently by performing inspections, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on university transit vehicles and related equipment.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Performing daily safety and service inspections
- Diagnosing routine mechanical and system issues
- Conducting preventative maintenance and repairs
- Cleaning, detailing, fueling, and road testing fleet vehicles
- Maintaining accurate service records and inspection documentation
- Assisting with safe fleet operations and supporting transportation services as needed
- This role may also require safely operating a loaded passenger bus in service when necessary.
- Ability to work flexible hours between 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m., Monday–Friday, including nights, weekends, overtime, and special events coverage as required
Why Join PATS?
At PATS, we are committed to providing the highest level of safe, reliable, friendly, and professional transportation service to everyone we serve. We foster a work environment that values:
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Professional growth and self-development
- Safety and operational excellence
- Customer service and community engagement
If you enjoy hands-on work, thrive in a team-oriented environment, and want to make a direct impact on the UNM community, we encourage you to apply!
Join a department that keeps UNM moving, apply today and become part of a team dedicated to service, safety, and excellence!
See the Position Description for additional information.
- Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
- Possession of a valid New Mexico Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is a requirement for this job.
- As a CDL driver, the employee will be required to comply with all provisions of DOT Regulation 49 CFR Parts 40 and 382, including random drug and alcohol testing.
- Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
High school diploma or GED; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
- Experience working within a scheduled transportation system
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to maintain records and document work accurately
- Ability to follow through on assignments and responsibilities
- Strong understanding of safety procedures and vehicle inspection standards
- Must be a dependable team player
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Please complete the online application and/or include a current resume including all relevant work experience, as this information will be used to determine the rate of pay if selected for the position.
Applicants must also attach:
- Three professional references, preferably supervisory references, who can speak to your work experience, reliability, and qualifications related to this position
- Any certifications related to the position (e.g., ASE certifications)
- A letter of interest explaining why you are the best candidate for the position
Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.
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What New Mexico Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in service tech jobs across New Mexico.
- High school diploma or GED with at least two years of hands-on technical experience
- Valid New Mexico driver's license and clean driving record for field service roles
- Relevant certification such as EPA 608, CompTIA A+, or OSHA 10 preferred by most employers
- Ability to read technical schematics, wiring diagrams, and service manuals accurately
- Experience using diagnostic tools and test equipment in an electronics or mechanical environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for documenting service calls and repairs
Service Tech Jobs in New Mexico: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a service tech in New Mexico?
Most service tech roles in New Mexico require a high school diploma combined with a technical certificate or associate degree from a community college such as Central New Mexico Community College or Doña Ana Community College. Specialty areas carry their own credentials: HVAC technicians need EPA Section 608 certification, and biomedical techs working for hospital systems typically hold a CBET credential. Employers in defense and national laboratory sectors often require background clearance eligibility from the outset.
Which companies hire service techs in New Mexico?
New Mexico service tech roles are posted by Quivera Enterprises, D.R. Horton, and Fiesta Homes and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. The state's defense research corridor anchored by Sandia and Los Alamos National Laboratory sustains consistent demand for electronics and instrumentation service technicians alongside private sector employers in healthcare and manufacturing.
Which New Mexico cities have the most service tech jobs?
Albuquerque, Las Cruces, and Taos account for the largest share of service tech openings in New Mexico. Albuquerque drives volume through its concentration of healthcare systems, Intel's semiconductor campus in adjacent Rio Rancho, and a dense network of commercial facilities, while Santa Fe and Las Cruces add government agency and regional hospital demand that keeps smaller markets active year-round.
Are there remote service tech jobs in New Mexico?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of service tech openings tied to New Mexico are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most diagnostic and repair work in this field. The portions most likely to carry a remote or hybrid component are technical support, warranty coordination, and software-driven diagnostic review roles rather than field or bench positions.
How can I get hired as a service tech in New Mexico with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an apprenticeship or paid internship through a technical program at Central New Mexico Community College or New Mexico State University, which maintain relationships with local employers in HVAC, biomedical, and IT hardware. Presbyterian Healthcare Services and Lovelace Health System both hire entry-level biomedical equipment technician trainees. Candidates who add an EPA 608 certification or CompTIA A+ credential before applying stand out against other applicants with similar experience levels.
Where can I find and apply to service tech jobs in New Mexico?
You can find and apply to service tech jobs in New Mexico on Migrate Mate, which lists current New Mexico openings across Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Las Cruces, and surrounding areas. Search the listings for roles that match your specialty and experience level, then apply directly to the employers posting them.
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