Industrial Maintenance Mechanic Recycling MRF
About The Position
WM is hiring an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic to maintain and repair equipment at a material recycling facility. The role performs preventive maintenance and responds to breakdowns to help keep plant operations safe, efficient, and productive. The mechanic works with equipment such as balers, conveyors, motors, gearboxes, hydraulic systems, and other plant and building equipment, and reports to the Plant Maintenance Manager. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with stable hours emphasized. The position may also require flexibility to work nights and weekends to meet operational needs. WM provides uniforms and PPE, paid training, and career progression opportunities.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of relevant work experience.
- Must be over 18 years of age.
- Legally eligible to work in the United States.
- Able to perform the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Successfully complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical.
- Able to work flexibly, including nights and weekends when operational needs require.
Responsibilities
- Conduct preventive maintenance inspections and diagnose, repair, and rebuild major equipment and components.
- Maintain the Daily Equipment Inspections backlog.
- Adjust work procedures to meet production schedules and notify the Sr. 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.
- Maintain a clean and safe work area in compliance with Corporate and OSHA standards and follow safety procedures.
- Perform repairs in accordance with Waste Management Safety, Life Critical Rules, and OSHA requirements.
Benefits
- Starting pay of $25 to $37, based on experience.
- Stable hours.
- Uniforms and personal protective equipment provided.
- Extensive paid training opportunities.
- Career progression opportunities.
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability coverage.
- Stock Purchase Plan.
- Pension.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
