Wm
Leading provider of comprehensive waste management services across North America.
Plant Maintenance Technician
Maintain and repair plant equipment, respond to failures, ensure safety and efficiency.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Plant Maintenance Technician monitors and maintains all plant systems and equipment, such as balers, conveyor belts, gearboxes, electrical motors, pulleys, shafts, and bearings. The role responds to system failures by taking corrective action or assigning repairs to ensure safe and efficient operation. The technician reports to the Plant Maintenance Manager. Key duties include performing repairs that meet WM Safety and Life Critical Rules and OSHA standards, conducting preventive maintenance inspections, and diagnosing, repairing, and rebuilding major equipment. The technician maintains the Daily Equipment Inspections backlog, adjusts work procedures to align with production schedules, and inspects third‑party repairs for quality. They also recommend improvements to production, equipment performance, and product quality, and handle emergency breakdown service calls. • Perform repairs following WM Safety and Life Critical Rules and OSHA requirements • Conduct preventive maintenance inspections and diagnose, repair, rebuild major equipment such as balers, conveyors, hydraulic power packs, eddy currents, electromagnetic belts, optical sorters, diverters, compressors, trash compactors, motors, glass breakers, wire‑tie systems, fans, pumps, forklifts, front‑end loaders, and building equipment • Maintain Daily Equipment Inspections (DEI) backlog • Adjust work procedures to meet production schedules and notify Sr. Plant Maintenance Manager of additional work or delays beyond Standard Repair Times • Inspect quality of third‑party repairs and rebuilds • Recommend measures to improve production, equipment performance, and product quality • Perform emergency service calls for breakdowns • Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards • Work in indoor gas‑plant conditions and outdoor environments with inclement weather, heat, and humidity
Key Responsibilities
- ▸preventive maintenance
- ▸equipment repairs
- ▸emergency service
- ▸dei backlog
- ▸quality inspection
- ▸production improvement
What You Bring
Required qualifications are 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 screening, including a drug test and physical examination. A flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, may be necessary. The position operates in both indoor gas‑plant environments and outdoor conditions that may involve inclement weather, heat, and humidity. Reasonable accommodations are available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. WM is an equal‑opportunity employer and complies with applicable federal, state, and local anti‑discrimination laws in the United States and Canada. The role may require a REAL ID or TSA‑approved alternative for air travel or access to federal property. • Minimum two years of relevant experience, at least 18 years old, eligible to work in the United States, able to meet physical demands with or without reasonable accommodations, and successfully complete pre‑employment drug screen and physical • Must possess or obtain a REAL ID or TSA‑approved alternative for travel or access to federal property
Requirements
- ▸2+ years
- ▸us eligible
- ▸physical demands
- ▸real id
- ▸flexible schedule
- ▸indoor/outdoor
Benefits
Eligible employees receive a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, a stock purchase plan, and a 401(k) match. Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days are also provided, though benefits may vary by site. Wrench with the best! Our technicians receive superior training, a strong safety culture, growth opportunities, great benefits, and rewarding recognition. • Require flexible work schedule, including nights and weekends as needed • Provide competitive compensation including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, stock purchase plan, 401(k) company match, paid vacation, holidays, and personal days (benefits may vary by site)
Work Environment
Onsite