Container/Compactor Repair

Waste Management, Inc. (WM) • Town of Clay, NY

2h • $18 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

WM is hiring a Container Compactor Repairer to install, service, and repair refuse compactors, primarily at customer locations. The role involves scheduled maintenance, troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, fabricating metal components, and making service calls. The position is based at the Syracuse, New York site, with a normal work setting in a repair or maintenance shop and work that also takes place in the field. The schedule is Monday through Friday, between 6:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.; some overtime and a rotating on-call schedule may be required. This is a safety-sensitive role requiring strict compliance with safety rules and protocols. Candidates may be subject to drug and alcohol testing in accordance with regulations and company policy.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of previous experience.
• General welding, electrical, and hydraulic skills.
• Ability to fabricate metal on site as needed.
• Ability to read electrical and hydraulic schematics.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED (accredited).
• Team-oriented, comfortable working independently and with a team, adaptable to varied challenges, and a determined problem solver.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, and repair refuse compactors at customer locations.
• Perform scheduled compactor maintenance, including inspections, greasing, hydraulic oil and filter changes, and adding oil as needed.
• Inspect units for stress cracks and other safety hazards.
• Check electrical connections; replace circuits, solenoids, and pressure switches; and repair wiring as needed.
• Operate compactors, check pressure with a gauge, and adjust cycle speed as needed.
• Install and replace complete compactor units.
• Use a hammer drill to anchor units and mount guard rails.
• Fabricate hoppers, chutes, platforms, steps, and handrails.
• Test, diagnose, and repair hydraulic hoses and systems.
• Perform service calls and make on-site repairs.
• Repair products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling parts using cutting and hand tools.
• Safely drive the service truck to and from service locations.
• Instruct site personnel in proper operating procedures and obtain the site supervisor’s signature on a safety standards sheet.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage beginning on day one, subject to eligibility and site variation.
• Life insurance and short-term disability.
• Company-matched 401(k).
• Stock purchase plan.
• Annual education assistance benefit.
• Adoption assistance and parent support.
• Tool allowance reimbursement up to $300 annually.
• Boot allowance up to $300 annually.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed