Santa Teresa Residents: Free Workshop Can Help You Land $27/hr Tech Jobs

Santa Teresa residents can join DACC’s free workshop to learn how to apply for high-paying critical operations technician jobs.

Doña Ana Community College (DACC) is hosting a free workshop to help interested individuals in critical operations technician apprentice positions.

No experience? It is not a problem. The training will help applicants strengthen their chances by guiding them through the application process and job interview. The state will pay $27.33 per hour for these paid training roles.

Why you should care

Santa Teresa’s economy is growing rapidly due to manufacturing, logistics, and other expanding industries. This workshop gives residents the opportunity to take advantage of a direct path to in-demand, high-paying technical jobs.

The roles are part of Project Jupiter, a major investment to bring an innovative data center campus to Doña Ana County. Technicians help maintain and oversee essential infrastructure and systems. A high school diploma and mechanical aptitude are all that each applicant needs.

Place and date

The workshop will be held at DACC Workforce Center in Sta. Teresa on Thursday, March 12, from 5 to 7 p.m. This is a chance for people who want to start a technical career in their community without prior expeience.

For corrections, news tips, and any other content requests, please send us an email at [email protected].

Hot this week

Big Win for APS: Six Students Earn National Merit Honors, Highland Grad Secures Scholarship

Students demonstrated academic excellence and perseverance as they earned scholarships to pursue their studies.

WNMU Nursing Students Join Multi-University Simulation to Tackle Complex Clinical Ethics

WNMU nursing students recently applied the ethical standards they studied in a collaborative activity with healthcare students from other institutions.

Wildfire Again. This Time It’s in the Sandia Mountains.

As the summer season continues, wildfires across the state continue. This time, it's Osha Canyon in the North Sandia Mountains.

Instead of Care, Police Say She Stole: Woman Charged in $5,883 Elder Fraud Case

Caregivers should provide care and compassion to older people. However, this woman did the exact opposite, taking advantage of older people's vulnerability.

Why June’s ‘Strawberry Moon’ Isn’t Actually Red — And Best Spots to Watch It Rise

The first full moon of summer lights up New Mexico’s pristine skies; learn why tribes named it the Strawberry Moon — and where to catch the best views without leaving the state.

Topics

Big Win for APS: Six Students Earn National Merit Honors, Highland Grad Secures Scholarship

Students demonstrated academic excellence and perseverance as they earned scholarships to pursue their studies.

WNMU Nursing Students Join Multi-University Simulation to Tackle Complex Clinical Ethics

WNMU nursing students recently applied the ethical standards they studied in a collaborative activity with healthcare students from other institutions.

Wildfire Again. This Time It’s in the Sandia Mountains.

As the summer season continues, wildfires across the state continue. This time, it's Osha Canyon in the North Sandia Mountains.

Instead of Care, Police Say She Stole: Woman Charged in $5,883 Elder Fraud Case

Caregivers should provide care and compassion to older people. However, this woman did the exact opposite, taking advantage of older people's vulnerability.

Why June’s ‘Strawberry Moon’ Isn’t Actually Red — And Best Spots to Watch It Rise

The first full moon of summer lights up New Mexico’s pristine skies; learn why tribes named it the Strawberry Moon — and where to catch the best views without leaving the state.

Donors Commit $1.5M to Honor Departing UNM President Garnett Stokes

As University of New Mexico President Garnett S. Stokes prepares to step down, supporters are honoring her leadership with a $1.5 million gift that will name the lobby of the future Velarde Center for Philanthropy after her. Colleagues also created an endowment recognizing her husband, Dr. Jeffrey Younggren, ensuring their legacy of service and mentorship will continue benefiting students and scholars for generations.

July’s Hamilton Experience Brought to Albuquerque by NDI and Musical Theatre Southwest

This July, NDI New Mexico is partnering with Musical Theatre Southwest to create “The Room Where It Happens” Hamilton Experience at the Hiland Theatre and will consist of several masterclasses and workshops with original cast member Betsy Struxness, along with a free community screening of the Broadway musical’s pro-shot.

Albuquerque Celebrates 2-0 USA World Cup Win Against Australia

The United States' 2-0 victory over Australia in Seattle...

Related Articles