2nd Maintenance Technician

LJP Waste Solutions, LLC; Avalon (MN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

LJP Waste Solutions is hiring a Plant Maintenance Technician for our North Mankato, MN facility. You will keep equipment and systems safe and efficient, performing troubleshooting, repairs, and preventative maintenance.

The role requires reading electrical/mechanical schematics, working with HVAC, plumbing, conveyors, and hydraulic systems. You’ll balance independent work with teamwork while prioritizing safety. Schedule: Mon–Fri, 3:00 PM–11:30 PM.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Ability to read electrical and mechanical schematics and manuals.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Safety-focused and able to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Work safely and promote a safe work environment.
• Follow company safety policies and procedures.
• Perform preventative and reactive maintenance on facility equipment.
• Maintain maintenance logs and checklists.
• Operate maintenance tools and equipment.
• Coordinate with vendors on maintenance projects.
• Handle lockout/tagout procedures.
• Assist with equipment installations and repairs as needed.
• Document work performed and equipment condition in systemen.
• Assist with overtime shifts when required.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Safety-focused

Reading schematics

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Electrical tools

Job description

• Location 2160 Ringhofer Drive,North Mankato, MN, 56003,United States
• Base Pay $30.00 - $40.00 / Hour
• Average Bonus $5,000.00
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Name Chase Morgan
• Email [e-mail]

Description

Are you passionate about sustainability and ready to drive change? LJP Waste Solutions is a zero-landfill environmental services company on a mission to revolutionize the waste industry through innovative recycling, waste-to-energy solutions, and sustainable environmental practices, and we want YOU to be a part of it.

Why Join Us?

Since 1993, LJP has helped large manufacturing companies achieve their sustainability goals by providing innovative commercial waste and recycling solutions. Through our waste evaluations, recycling processes, and waste-to-energy programs, we help customers reduce landfill waste, recover valuable resources, and convert non-recyclable materials into clean fuel.

Our team is committed to environmental stewardship, operational excellence, and creating long-term value for the customers and communities we serve. At LJP, team members play a vital role in supporting a cleaner, more sustainable future while working in a culture built on safety, teamwork, accountability, and growth.

Description

LJP Waste Solutions is seeking a reliable and skilled Plant Maintenance Technician to join our North Mankato team. This position is responsible for ensuring that facility equipment, machinery, and systems remain in safe and efficient operating condition.

The ideal candidate will have a hands-on approach to troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining both mechanical and electrical systems in a fast-paced plant environment. This role requires a strong commitment to safety, teamwork, preventative maintenance, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Job Responsibilities

• Work safely and promote a safe work environment
• Understand and adhere to all company safety policies and procedures
• Follow lock out/tag out procedures to safely energize and de-energize equipment
• Complete preventative and reactive maintenance throughout the facility and on industrial equipment including forklifts, loaders, and skid loaders
• Complete preventative maintenance work orders in a timely manner
• Maintain daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance logs and checklists
• Document completed work and equipment conditions using maintenance software systems as necessary
• Operate standard maintenance equipment including power tools, hand tools, and electrical tools
• Work with outside contractors and vendors on electrical, welding, lubrication, gearbox, bearing, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical maintenance projects
• Interact regularly with peers and management to support continuous improvement and teamwork initiatives
• Operate forklifts, loaders, scissor lifts, and aerial lifts as needed
• Work overtime, weekends, holidays, or alternate shifts with advance notice when operationally necessary
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Ability to read and comprehend electrical and mechanical schematics, blueprints, and operation manuals
• Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, conveyors, and hydraulic systems
• Experience using hand tools and electrical tools
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and drawings
• Self-motivated, dependable, and safety-focused
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous plant maintenance or industrial maintenance experience
• Experience operating forklifts, loaders, scissor lifts, or aerial lifts
• Experience working in manufacturing, recycling, waste, or industrial environments

Summary

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule/Compensation Information

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: Monday-Friday

Shift: 3:0 PM - 11:30 PM

Compensation: Based on experience and qualifications