Technician - Container

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Technician performs preventive maintenance services and inspects, diagnoses, and repairs compactors and containers. The role operates with limited supervision, using written instructions and established procedures. Work includes repairs and preventive maintenance on electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems, as well as responding to emergency breakdown service calls. The Technician estimates repair time and material costs, requisitions parts, completes required paperwork, documents parts usage and repair times, and works within Standard Repair Times (SRTs). The position also includes conducting safety checks, assisting senior technicians with project work, and maintaining a clean and safe work area in compliance with company and OSHA standards. The job operates both inside gas plant conditions and outdoors, including exposure to inclement weather, heat, and humidity. It is designated safety-sensitive and requires strict compliance with safety rules and protocols. Drug and alcohol testing may be required as a condition of employment, including pre-employment, post-incident, reasonable suspicion, and random testing, in accordance with regulations and company policies. WM describes itself as a people-first employer committed to employee growth, training, career progression, and sustainability. Eligible employees receive a competitive compensation and benefits package, which may vary by site.

Requirements

  • At least 2 years of previous experience.
  • At least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located.
  • Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
  • Valid driver's license upon hire.

Responsibilities

  • Perform repairs and assigned preventive maintenance services on compactors and containers.
  • Inspect, diagnose, and repair electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems as needed.
  • Use computer electronics systems to interpret failure modes and initiate or assign repairs.
  • Estimate time and material costs for compactor and container repairs and requisition new parts.
  • Perform work within Standard Repair Times (SRTs).
  • Respond to emergency breakdowns by performing service calls.
  • Conduct safety checks on compactors and containers.
  • Complete required paperwork, document parts usage, and account for repair times.
  • Assist senior technicians in completing project work.
  • Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate and OSHA standards and follow established safety procedures.

Benefits

  • Eligible employees receive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability coverage.
  • Stock purchase plan and discounted stock options are mentioned.
  • Company matching on a 401(k).
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days.
  • Dependent day care.
  • Paid on-the-job training and education assistance through the Your Tomorrow Education Assistance Program.
  • Established career progression.
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