Wm
Leading provider of comprehensive waste management services across North America.
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Maintain and repair plant equipment to ensure safe, efficient operations.
Job Highlights
About the Role
As a Plant Maintenance Technician you will play a critical role in keeping the recycling plant operating at peak performance. You’ll maintain and repair a wide range of equipment—including balers, conveyors, gearboxes, motors, pumps, and material handling machinery—ensuring safe and efficient operations. • Perform preventive maintenance, diagnose, repair and rebuild equipment such as balers, conveyors, hydraulic packs, motors, pumps, forklifts, etc. • Maintain daily equipment inspection backlog • Adjust work procedures to meet production schedules and report delays to senior manager • Inspect third‑party repairs and recommend improvements for performance and quality • Respond to emergency breakdowns and work with limited supervision • Keep work area clean and compliant with OSHA and WM safety rules
Key Responsibilities
- ▸preventive maintenance
- ▸equipment repair
- ▸inspection backlog
- ▸emergency response
- ▸safety compliance
- ▸procedure adjustment
What You Bring
• Stable Monday‑Friday afternoon shift (3:30 pm‑12:00 am) with overtime as needed • Multitask, prioritize tasks efficiently and be flexible for nights/weekends • Minimum 2 years relevant experience • At least 18 years old and legally authorized to work in the United States • Ability to meet physical demands (lifting >50 lb, climbing ladders, standing on concrete, exposure to noise and weather) • Pass pre‑employment drug screen and physical • Comfortable working independently and as part of a team • Enjoys variety and solving problems
Requirements
- ▸2 years
- ▸physical
- ▸teamwork
- ▸problem solving
- ▸shift
- ▸legal work
Benefits
Hiring today, for tomorrow – WM is seeking Plant Maintenance Technicians who value a safe work environment, financial security for their families, and clear career advancement. If you want to grow with a company that puts employee well‑being first, WM could be your next career move. The position is full‑time, Monday through Friday, on the afternoon shift from 3:30 pm to 12:00 am, with overtime based on business needs. WM emphasizes stable hours to support work‑life balance and financial stability. WM provides a competitive compensation package that includes hourly pay, paid training, health benefits, and retirement options. • Starting pay $41.09 per hour • Uniforms and personal protective equipment provided • Paid training and clear career progression opportunities • Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability • Stock purchase plan, pension and 401(k) match
Work Environment
Onsite