Wm
Leading provider of comprehensive waste management services across North America.
Plant Maintenance Technician MRF
Maintains and repairs plant equipment, ensuring safe, efficient operation.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Plant Maintenance Technician monitors and maintains all plant systems and equipment, including balers, conveyor belts, gearboxes, electrical motors, pulleys, shafts and bearings. The role reports to the Plant Maintenance Manager and must respond promptly to system failures, taking corrective action to keep equipment operating safely and efficiently. Key duties involve performing repairs in accordance with WM Safety, Life Critical Rules and OSHA standards, conducting preventive‑maintenance inspections, diagnosing, repairing and rebuilding major equipment, and maintaining the Daily Equipment Inspections backlog. The technician also adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules, inspects third‑party repairs, recommends performance improvements, and handles emergency breakdown service calls while working with limited supervision. • Perform repairs following WM Safety and Life Critical Rules and OSHA requirements. • Conduct preventive maintenance inspections, diagnose, repair, and rebuild major equipment (e.g., balers, conveyors, hydraulic power packs, eddy currents, etc.). • Maintain Daily Equipment Inspections (DEI) backlog. • Adjust work procedures to meet production schedules and notify the Sr. Plant Maintenance Manager of additional work or delays beyond Standard Repair Times. • Inspect the quality of third‑party repairs and rebuilds. • Recommend improvements to production, equipment performance, and product quality. • Perform emergency service calls for equipment breakdowns. • Manage multiple priorities and work with limited supervision. • Keep work area clean and safe in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸equipment repairs
- ▸preventive maintenance
- ▸daily inspections
- ▸emergency service
- ▸system monitoring
- ▸performance recommendations
What You Bring
The position requires at least two years of relevant experience, a minimum age of 18, legal eligibility to work in the United States, and the ability to meet the physical demands of the job with or without reasonable accommodations. Candidates must successfully complete pre‑employment drug screening and a physical examination. • Minimum two years of relevant plant maintenance experience. • Must be at least 18 years old and legally authorized to work in the United States. • Ability to meet physical job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations. • Successfully complete pre‑employment drug screening and physical examination.
Requirements
- ▸plant maintenance
- ▸2 years
- ▸18+ age
- ▸us authorized
- ▸physical ability
- ▸drug screen
Benefits
Employees receive a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, a stock purchase plan, 401(k) company match, and paid vacation, holidays and personal days. WM promotes a safety‑first culture, offering training, growth opportunities, and strong benefits. • Competitive compensation package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short‑term disability. • Stock purchase plan and 401(k) company match. • Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days.
Work Environment
Onsite