Plant Maintenance Technician, MRF

Waste Management, Inc. (WM) • Aurora, CO

6d • $30 - $35 • Onsite

About The Position

WM is seeking a Plant Maintenance Technician for their Material Recovery Facility (MRF). This role offers a safer work environment, financial security, and opportunities for career advancement. The company prioritizes employee well-being and provides a stable work environment with clear career progression. The Plant Maintenance Technician will play a key role in maintaining plant equipment, identifying and fixing issues, and ensuring safe and efficient operations. The role reports to the Plant Maintenance Manager.

Requirements

• 2 years of relevant work experience
• Be over 18 years of age.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Successfully complete and pass pre-employment drug screen and physical.
• Must have own tools

Nice To Haves

• Experience with PLC - Programming Logistics Control
• Low voltage controls
• Hydraulics – pneumatics
• Conveyor repair

Responsibilities

• Conduct preventive maintenance inspections (PM) and diagnose, repair, and rebuild major equipment and components, including balers, conveyors, hydraulic power packs, eddy currents, electro-magnetic 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 inform the Sr. Plant Maintenance Manager if additional work is needed or cannot be completed within Standard Repair Times (SRTs).
• Inspect the quality of third-party repairs and rebuilds.
• Recommend improvements to enhance production, equipment performance, and product quality.
• Multitask and manage multiple priorities with efficiency.
• Respond to emergency breakdown service calls.
• Perform work with limited supervision while maintaining high standards of performance.
• Be flexible with your work schedule, which may include nights and weekends to meet operational needs.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate/OSHA standards and ensure all work is completed according to safety procedures.
• Perform repairs in line with Waste Management Safety, Life Critical Rules, and OSHA requirements.

Benefits

• Pay Rate starting at $30 - $35 depending on experience
• Stable hours for your financial stability
• Uniforms and PPE provided
• Extensive paid training opportunities
• A fun and engaging work environment with clear career progression opportunities
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Pension
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Personal days
• Company matching on a 401(k)

What This Job Offers

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