Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Waste Management, Inc. (WM) • Detroit, MI

21d • $25 - $37

About The Position

WM is hiring an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic to help maintain and repair equipment at its plant. The role involves preventive maintenance, diagnosing failures, and repairing or rebuilding equipment so operations run safely and efficiently. The mechanic reports to the Plant Maintenance Manager and works with limited supervision. The position has rotating 5 p.m.–5 a.m. shifts on a 2,2,3 schedule, with flexibility to work nights and weekends as operational needs require.

Work takes place in material recycling facilities, repair and maintenance facilities, outdoors, or other facilities. The job involves physical activity, including using motor coordination, pushing, pulling, bending, lifting objects over 50 pounds, working from ladders or raised platforms, and standing or working on concrete floors for most of the workday. Exposure to dirt, odors, noise, and weather extremes is expected. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

WM offers pay of $25–$37 based on experience, stable hours, uniforms and personal protective equipment, paid training opportunities, career progression opportunities, comprehensive healthcare coverage, a stock purchase plan, and a pension.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Must be over 18 years of age.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Successfully complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical.

Nice To Haves

• Team-oriented approach and concern for others in the shop.
• Comfort working independently and as part of a team.
• Enjoyment of varied work and new challenges.
• Determination and problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preventive maintenance inspections and diagnose, repair, and rebuild major equipment and components, including balers, conveyors, hydraulic power packs, eddy currents, electromagnetic belts, optical sorters, diverters, compressors, trash compactors, motors, glass breakers, wire tie systems, fans, pumps, forklifts, front-end loaders, and building equipment.
• Maintain the Daily Equipment Inspections (DEI) backlog.
• Adjust work procedures to meet production schedules and notify the Senior Plant Maintenance Manager when additional work is needed or cannot be completed within Standard Repair Times.
• Inspect the quality of third-party repairs and rebuilds.
• Recommend improvements to production, equipment performance, and product quality.
• Manage multiple priorities and respond to emergency breakdown service calls.
• Perform work with limited supervision while maintaining high performance standards.
• Be flexible with work schedules, including nights and weekends, to meet operational needs.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate and OSHA standards, and complete work according to safety procedures.
• Perform repairs in accordance with Waste Management Safety, Life Critical Rules, and OSHA requirements.

Benefits

• Pay range of $25–$37 based on experience.
• Stable hours.
• Uniforms and personal protective equipment provided.
• Extensive paid training opportunities.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability.
• Stock Purchase Plan.
• Pension.

What This Job Offers

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