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Mechanical Operations and Maintenance Technician

LotusWorks
Rio Rancho, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 6 Aug 2026

About the role

LotusWorks is an Engineering Services provider specializing in managing Commissioning, Construction Services, Calibration, Operations & Maintenance scopes of work within global manufacturing facilities. LotusWorks operates globally across EMEA and North America partnering with the world's leading manufacturers across the Semiconductor, Pharmaceutical & Biologics, Medical Device and Data Centre sectors. Our team of Engineering and Technical professionals is immersed in cutting-edge technologies and innovations. LotusWorks is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, integral to our people-first approach. 

This role supports the day-to-day operation and maintenance of subfab and utility systems within advanced manufacturing facilities. The position works closely with operations, maintenance, EHS, and client teams to ensure equipment reliability, consumable availability, and safe execution of maintenance activities. The individual will provide operational support across chemical, waste treatment, and subfab environments while maintaining high standards of safety, housekeeping, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform standard facilities Operations & Maintenance activities with a focus on subfab operations, preventive maintenance support, consumables management, chemical and waste systems, and safety support.
  • Support Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Isolation Verification (LIWS), and other site safety procedures during maintenance activities.
  • Serve as a safety buddy for bulk chemical deliveries, hazardous waste offloads, and other high-risk maintenance activities.
  • Maintain housekeeping standards within offload containment areas, HFW press areas, UPW floors, waste treatment rooms, and other assigned utility spaces.
  • Perform routine cleaning and inspections of caustic tank rooms, stormwater containment areas, and associated utility spaces.
  • Maintain shop vacuums and housekeeping equipment in accordance with site requirements.
  • Perform CCW harvesting activities including LOTO, media removal and sorting, and replacement of cathode barrel end caps following approved procedures.
  • Prepare, mix, and replenish Applikon analyzer reagents as required.
  • Manage inventory levels for CCW, HF-N/S/3, TMXW, SCW, FTW, and other utility system consumables.
  • Monitor bulk chemical inventory including sulfuric acid, caustic, hydrochloric acid, sodium bisulfite, polymer, magnetite, lime, and other treatment chemicals, ensuring timely replenishment.
  • Perform daily rounds and readings across water treatment and waste treatment systems to verify equipment status and operational performance.
  • Replace SCW Pall filters and support routine maintenance across multiple waste and water treatment systems.
  • Perform preventive maintenance activities including cleaning Rotocat assemblies within CCW systems.
  • Participate in non-standard maintenance activities utilizing Joint Pre-Task Work Plans and Risk Priority Number (RPN) review processes.
  • Conduct inventory checks within subfab parts cages and maintain critical spare parts inventory.
  • Order, receive, restock, and organize maintenance materials through approved inventory management systems.
  • Perform dock walks and safely move heavy equipment including pumps, heat exchangers, cryogenic equipment, and related components.
  • Support preventive and corrective maintenance by preparing work areas, staging tools and PPE, establishing work zones, and completing post-maintenance cleanup.
  • Serve as a safety buddy during elevated-risk work requiring APR, SAR, acid PPE, or other specialized protective equipment.
  • Perform miscellaneous operational support activities including shop vacuum cleaning, heat trace inspections, sink audits, dump station cleaning, heat exchanger top-offs, leak checker logistics, SCANDO inspections, and scheduled preventive maintenance tasks.
  • Coordinate with operations, maintenance, engineering, EHS, and client personnel to support facility uptime and operational readiness.
  • Maintain accurate maintenance records, inventory documentation, and work order completion.
  • Any other duties or responsibilities that may be assigned to you in your role.

Skills Required:

  • Experience supporting facilities operations and maintenance within semiconductor, manufacturing, or industrial environments.
  • Knowledge of chemical handling, hazardous waste management, and utility systems.
  • Familiarity with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), LIWS, and industrial safety procedures.
  • Experience supporting preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
  • Ability to safely handle and transport maintenance materials and heavy equipment.
  • Knowledge of water treatment, UPW, chemical distribution, and

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