Description

The Maintenance Manager plans, directs, and controls the Maintenance Department to keep plant equipment and facilities operating according to sound engineering practices.

Key responsibilities include managing the preventive maintenance program, ensuring all equipment is maintained in safe and efficient condition, and scheduling repairs to minimize downtime. The manager collaborates with other departments on equipment modifications, oversees plant transportation equipment maintenance, and establishes performance standards for maintenance projects. Additional duties involve controlling spare parts inventories and providing leadership and training to MRF Maintenance Technicians while meeting or exceeding company standards for inspections and repairs.

• Manage preventive maintenance program to reduce unscheduled downtime
• Ensure equipment and facilities are maintained safely and efficiently
• Coordinate equipment modifications and replacements to improve operations and cut costs
• Oversee maintenance of plant transportation equipment
• Develop performance standards and objectives for maintenance projects
• Control spare parts and maintenance supplies inventory
• Provide leadership and training to MRF Maintenance Technicians
• Ensure inspections and repairs meet or exceed company standards

Requirements

The role requires at least two years of leadership experience and five years of hands‑on plant maintenance, preferably with conveyor belts, industrial machines, electrical and hydraulic systems. Candidates must be able to train and develop employees and be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. The position works the third shift, beginning at 10 p.m., with the work week starting Sunday at 10 p.m.

Applicants must hold a high school diploma or GED and have at least four years of relevant work experience. The role offers a base salary range of $80,000 to $100,000, with potential incentive pay, and requires compliance with physical demands and a REAL ID or approved alternative for travel.

• Minimum 2 years of leadership experience
• At least 5 years of hands‑on plant maintenance
• Experience with conveyor belts, industrial machines, electrical and hydraulic systems
• Ability to train and develop employees
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• High School Diploma or GED required
• 4+ years of relevant work experience
• REAL ID or TSA‑approved alternative required for travel

Benefits

WM provides a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, a stock purchase plan, 401(k) match, paid vacation, holidays, and personal days, with benefits varying by site. WM is North America’s largest waste‑management and environmental‑solutions provider, committed to equal employment opportunity and accommodations for candidates with disabilities.

• Base salary $80,000–$100,000 plus incentive pay
• Competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, stock purchase plan, 401(k) match, paid vacation, holidays, personal days

Training + Development

Interview process

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