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HF Sinclair

Entry Level Operator

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$15.75 - $19.25/hr

Basic Function HF Sinclair Asphalt located in Albuquerque, NM is seeking an Entry Level Operator ... mechanically inclined; entry knowledge, understanding, and ability to comply with all Federal ...

HollyFrontier

Entry Level Operator

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$15.75 - $19.25/hr

Basic Function HF Sinclair Asphalt located in Albuquerque, NM is seeking an Entry Level Operator ... mechanically inclined; entry knowledge, understanding, and ability to comply with all Federal ...

Raytheon

RF Mechanical Engineer II

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

This is an entry-level Mechanical Engineer position for an individual with educational experience and professional interest in the application of technical mechanical standards, principles, concepts ...

Car Guys Inc.

Automotive Diesel Technician

Santa Fe, NM

$35 - $55/hr

We work with employers actively hiring diesel technicians at all levels, from entry-level diesel mechanics to experienced master diesel technicians. Our clients provide the opportunity--you choose ...

Fire Company

Fire Protection Technician

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$36K - $49K/yr

Fire Solutions NW is looking for a dependable, mechanically inclined individual to join our team as an Entry-Level Fire Protection Technician. This is a great opportunity to start a career in a ...

Fire Company

Fire Protection Technician

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$36K - $49K/yr

Fire Solutions NW is looking for a dependable, mechanically inclined individual to join our team as an Entry-Level Fire Protection Technician. This is a great opportunity to start a career in a ...

Wagner Mechanical

Plumbing Helper

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

Why Join Our Team • Entry-level opportunity with hands-on, on-the-job training • Clear career ... strong work ethic • Mechanical aptitude and interest in the plumbing trade • Clean ...

Unirac

Maintenance Technician I

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Summary The Maintenance Technician I is an entry-level role responsible for supporting basic facility, equipment, and grounds maintenance. This position requires strong mechanical aptitude ...

UNIRAC INC

Maintenance Technician I

Albuquerque, NM

$20 - $22/hr

Summary The Maintenance Technician I is an entry-level role responsible for supporting basic facility, equipment, and grounds maintenance. This position requires strong mechanical aptitude ...

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As of Jul 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level mechanics in Rio Rancho, NM is $18.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.56 and $20.82 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Infographic showing various Entry Level Mechanics job openings in Rio Rancho, NM as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,296 per year, or $18.4 per hour.

Entry Level Operator

HF Sinclair

Albuquerque, NM • On-site

$15.75 - $19.25/hr

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HF Sinclair rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 36 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

10th of 86 rated oil and gas companies

Job description

Basic Function
HF Sinclair Asphalt located in Albuquerque, NM is seeking an Entry Level Operator. This position is responsible for learning the skills necessary to assist with production and manufacturing of products, daily quality control activities associated with production, tracking and maintaining raw material inventories, meeting shipment and delivery schedules, receipt handling via truck and rail, following the facility housekeeping objectives, ensuring assets are properly maintained, and HollyFrontier EH & S policies are understood and followed under close and constant supervision.
Job Duties
(functions considered essential as defined by ADA)
  • Assists with visual tank gauging to verify automatic systems.
  • Performs general plant cleaning.
  • Assists with maintenance tasks.
  • Assists with opening and closing of valves for production.
  • Loads and unloads trucks and railcars.
  • Assists with paperwork involving basic math skills.
  Special assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their supervisor, as determined from time to time in their sole and complete discretion.
Experience
A minimum of six months to one year of relevant work experience as it pertains to the job duties listed above is required.
Education Level
A minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
Required Skills
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and computer skills, mechanically inclined; entry knowledge, understanding, and ability to comply with all Federal, State, Local, and Company regulations, policies, guidelines, and procedures, including the use of tools (hand tools and power tools) and other equipment such as shovels and rakes and operation(s) of forklift, tractor, or man-lift. Required to complete all required certifications and training for job level and show competency in basic tasks under direct supervision while completing classroom and CBT training and expectations. Basic reading and writing skills. Ability to effectively communicate with others, both written and verbal communication.
Work Conditions
Outdoor-based with up to 5% travel by land and air required. Petroleum refinery, warehouse/plant environment, out-of-doors environment, and occasional driver-based environment including but not limited to chemicals, pressure vessels, tanks, rotating equipment, and working in confined spaces. Subject to all temperatures, weather, and varying road conditions. Must be available to work a flexible schedule (e.g., overtime, weekends, and holidays, rotating shifts).
Benefits
HF Sinclair offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefits include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Medical Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Time-Off
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with match
  • Educational Reimbursement
  • Parental Bonding Time
  • Employee Discounts
We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment, ensuring our employees have the resources needed to thrive professionally and personally. Benefit eligibility is governed by official plan documents, for more details visit Total Rewards.
Physical Requirements
Job conditions require standing, walking, sitting, twisting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, talking or hearing, making visual inspections, making precise hand and finger movements, reaching or grasping, lifting and/or carrying up to 50lbs, pushing and/or pulling up to 50lbs, climbing up to 48ft, ability to operate and drive all assigned company vehicles at company standard insurance rates is essential, valid state drivers license and proof of insurance required, perceiving color differences, wearing personal protective equipment and strenuous physical activity.
Our One HF Sinclair Culture:
At HF Sinclair, we are united through our One HF Sinclair Culture, which is underpinned by our five core values of Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Ownership and Inclusion. Developed to empower our people, our five core cultural values are at the heart of everything we do and extend to how we engage our stakeholders. These values influence our decisions, shape our behaviors and keep us connected across the entire organization. We maintain a true Safety culture for our employees, communities, environments and customers. Our goal is to make sure everyone returns home safely each day. We have a long-standing commitment to Integrity and ethical behavior and do what is right for our employees, investors, communities and the environment. We encourage employees to Step Up and Stand Out by championing a culture of Teamwork and Ownership. We foster a culture of Inclusion by encouraging diversity of experiences, viewpoints and backgrounds. What makes each of us different, together makes us stronger.
About HF Sinclair Corporation
HF Sinclair Corporation, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is an independent energy company that produces and markets high-value light products such as gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel, renewable diesel and other specialty products. HF Sinclair owns and operates refineries located in Kansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Wyoming, Washington and Utah and markets its refined products principally in the Southwest U.S., the Rocky Mountains extending into the Pacific Northwest and in other neighboring Plains states. HF Sinclair supplies high-quality fuels to more than 1,500 branded stations and licenses the use of the Sinclair brand at more than 300 additional locations throughout the country. In addition, subsidiaries of HF Sinclair produce and market base oils and other specialized lubricants in the U.S., Canada and the Netherlands, and export products to more than 80 countries. Through its subsidiaries, HF Sinclair produces renewable diesel at two of its facilities in Wyoming and also at its facility in Artesia, New Mexico. HF Sinclair provides petroleum product and crude oil transportation, terminalling, storage and throughput services to its refineries and the petroleum industry.
Equal Opportunity Employer

HF Sinclair Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other prohibited ground of discrimination.

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