1st Shift Industrial Maintenance Technician
About The Position
WM is hiring an Industrial Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair equipment at a plant, helping ensure safe, efficient operations. The role involves preventive maintenance, diagnosing and repairing equipment failures, and rebuilding equipment and components. The technician reports to the Plant Maintenance Manager and works with limited supervision while maintaining high performance and safety standards. The position is based at a material recycling, repair/maintenance, outdoor, or other facility. The posted schedule is Monday through Friday, with stable hours emphasized, though operational needs may require flexibility, including nights and weekends. The stated on-site base pay range is $24–$37; the final offer may vary based on experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of relevant work experience.
- Be over 18 years of age.
- Be legally eligible to work in the United States.
- Be able to perform the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Successfully complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical.
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 backlog.
- Adjust work procedures to meet production schedules and inform 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, which may include 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
- Uniforms and personal protective equipment provided.
- Extensive paid training opportunities.
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability.
- Stock Purchase Plan and pension.
- Career progression opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
