Plant Maintenance Technician

Pay : $25.00 - $28.00 per hour (Temp to hire)

Job description

The Plant Maintenance Technician is responsible for monitoring, repairing, and maintaining all plant systems and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations. This includes, but is not limited to, balers, conveyor belts, gearboxes, motors, pulleys, shafts, and bearings. The Technician responds to equipment failures, performs corrective action, and ensures all systems are operating properly. This position reports to the Plant Maintenance Manager.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

To perform this role successfully, an individual must be able to execute each duty satisfactorily. Other related tasks may be assigned.

• Perform equipment repairs in compliance with Waste Management Safety & Life Critical Rules and OSHA requirements .
• Conduct preventive maintenance inspections (PM), diagnose issues, and repair / rebuild major equipment, including :
• Balers, conveyors, hydraulic power packs, eddy currents, electro-magnetic belts, optical sorters, diverters, compressors, trash compactors, motors, glass breakers, wire tie systems, fans, pumps, forklifts, loaders, and facility equipment.
• Maintain Daily Equipment Inspection (DEI) backlog.
• Adjust work procedures to meet production schedules; notify Plant Maintenance Manager if work cannot be completed within Standard Repair Times (SRTs).
• Inspect quality of third-party repairs / rebuilds.
• Recommend improvements to enhance production, equipment performance, and product quality.
• Respond to service calls for emergency breakdowns.
• Manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
• Work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, to support facility needs.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.

Education & Experience

Certificates / Licenses / Other Requirements

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Work Environment

Job Type : Full-time temp to hire

Ability to Commute :