1st Class Power Plant Mechanic

WIN Waste Innovations; Westville (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry leading benefits

Medical plans

PTO and holidays

401k with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Dependent scholarships

Parental Leave Program

Employee resource groups

Job summary

WIN Waste Innovations is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to install, troubleshoot, clean, inspect, and maintain mechanical equipment across the facility in a safe, professional manner. The role includes on-call emergency responses, work-order execution, and documenting critical information for operational reliability.

Responsibilities cover troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, operating mobile equipment, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring safety.

Qualifications

• High School diploma (GED) required.
• Technical school training preferred.
• 4–6 years of mechanical experience in a construction/industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and complete work orders and requisitions; document information.
• Use CMMS software (Tabware) effectively.
• Work overtime and be on call for emergencies.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic systems.
• Operate forklifts, manlifts, loaders and other mobile equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and general repairs around the facility.
• Identify and repair safety hazards; enforce PPE and safety rules.
• Lead small projects as assigned by leads or managers.
• Communicate clearly using radio/intercom or face-to-face.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading measurements

Welding skills

Tool familiarity

Education

High School diploma (GED)

Technical school training

Tools

Oxy-Acetylene torch

Plasma torch

Tube welding

Job description

WIN Waste Innovations is looking for a Maintenance Mechanic who will be responsible for the installation, troubleshooting, cleaning, inspecting, and maintain of mechanical equipment throughout the facility in a safe and professional manner. The mechanics responsibilities may include but are not limited to initiates and completes work-orders and requisitions and documents all critical and or pertinent information on a routine basis. They will respond and report to work during off hours when emergency repairs are required. They will troubleshoot equipment, diagnose problems and repairs and operate other equipment including, but not limited to, industrial forklifts, manlifts, skid steer type loaders, and other mobile equipment.

Responsibilities

• Initiates and completes work-orders and requisitions and documents all critical and or pertinent information on a routine basis
• Ability to use and become proficient with Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) software (Tabware)
• Available to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime,
• Respond and report to work during off hours when emergency repairs are required and ability to be on call
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment, diagnose problems, and make necessary repairs
• Operate mobile equipment including, but not limited to, industrial forklifts, manlifts, skid steer type loaders, and other mobile equipment
• Perform Preventative maintenance activities and other routine maintenance and repairs around facility grounds
• Identify and repair potential safety hazards
• Ability to don all necessary PPE and safely work at heights, confined spaces, and other precarious places
• Ability to communicate effectively via radio using three-part communication
• Actively participate and support operations functions as necessary, including but not limited to internal equipment inspections, fire watch, cleaning of work area(s), etc.
• Use various Machine shop equipment such as a bandsaw, drill press, Bridgeport, stationary grinder, parts washer, etc.
• Proficient in welding practices, including but not limited to; SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, Brazing and Soldering processes
• Proficient knowledge, skills and abilities required to properly identify and safely and effectively use and maintain hand tools and portable power tools on a routine basis while performing maintenance tasks
• Proficient with operating equipment in a Waste-to-Energy facility or similar industry including but not limited to, chain & flight conveyors, belt conveyors, hydraulic equipment, pneumatic equipment, overhead cranes, and various style pumps
• Ability to lead small projects as assigned by the Lead Mechanic, Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Manager
• Demonstrate operational knowledge of facility equipment and systems
• Works rotating shifts, if requested
• Communicates clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing; as well as communicate clearly whether using in-situ intercom system, two-way radio, or face to face
• Follows standard safety and environmental procedures, correct safety, and environmental hazards, and report them to the Shift Supervisor immediately. Reads, understands, and applies information such as lockout/tagout procedures, safety and environmental rules, job hazard analyses, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Maintains and follows all Company environmental compliance, health and safety requirements, policies, procedures, and rules within
• Completes all required Environmental Management System and Compliance Training
• Complete the Corporate and Plant Training Programs within the time frame prescribed

Preferred Requirements

• High School diploma (GED)
• Tech Schooling Experience
• Proven mechanical abilities in previous jobs, 4 -- 6 years of mechanical background or experience working in a construction type environment
• Proficient with Oxy-Acetylene and Plasma torch usage
• Ability to read and record measurements with precision
• Qualified in structural welding in accordance with D1.1 and R certified; qualified in tube welding per ASME Section XI

Certificates And Licenses

• Licenses as required by Local, State, Federal, Environmental and/or Health/Safety Regulatory agencies.
• Maintain positive work environment by acting and communicating in a manner so that you get along with customers, clients, vendors, co-workers and management.

Work Environment

• Noise in work environment

Physical Demand

• Stand
• Sit for prolonged periods of time
• Walk
• Handle tools, equipment, fine motor skills
• Reach with hands and arms
• Climb and walk on heights often greater than 4 feet
• Stoop, kneel, bend, push, pull, crawl
• Ascend and descend stairs and stationary vertical ladders as part of normal work activity and emergency egress situations
• Lift 50 lbs.
• Move about all areas of the plant, including catwalks, deck grating, and uneven surfaces
• Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, corrected or otherwise
• Operate a 1.5-inch fire hose operating at 125 psi line pressure to the extent required to extinguish fire
• Operate fire extinguishing equipment ranging from handheld extinguishers to 200 lb portable units
• Access confined spaces and pressure vessels through standard 12\" by 16\" manways

PPE Required

• Negative pressure respirator
• Positive pressure respirator
• Self-contained breathing apparatus (steel or composite bottle)
• Hardhat
• Approved safety shoes
• Eye protection
• Rubber suit and gloves
• Chemical resistant suit
• Heat resistant outerwear
• Flame resistant outerwear
• Approved hearing protection
• Gloves
• Safety harness

What You'll Enjoy

• Industry leading benefits
• Multiple and flexible medical plans
• Outstanding PTO program
• Floating Holidays
• Strong 401k program and company match
• Tuition reimbursement plan
• College loan reimbursement
• College scholarship program for dependents
• Parental Leave Program
• Inclusive culture
• Employee engagement events
• Employee resource groups

WIN Waste Innovations is a waste management company committed to delivering essential waste management solutions to customers and communities supported by our team of 2,300 employees. We believe in preserving our environment for future generations while providing for today's needs. WIN Waste Innovations is a vertically integrated business with a platform of 50 strategically located collection, transfer, and disposal assets. These include waste-to-energy facilities, transfer stations, ash monofills, landfills, and fleets of rail cars and collection vehicles. We process more than 11 million tons of waste annually, converting 6.7 million tons of waste into clean, renewable energy that powers 340,000 homes. We recycle more than 234,000 tons of plastic, paper, and metals from the waste stream.

At WIN Waste Innovations, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability. As well as Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled.