Assistant Industrial Maintenance Mechanic 3rd shift

Waste Management; Elkridge (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Waste Management in Elkridge, MD is seeking an Assistant Industrial Maintenance Mechanic for the 3rd shift. You will assist in preventive maintenance, perform minor repairs and support lead technicians in major repairs, ensuring safety and compliance with WM and OSHA rules.

The role requires flexibility for nights/weekends, physical work, and ability to work on site with our equipment such as balers, conveyors, gearboxes and motors.

Qualifications

• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Able to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Successfully complete pre-employment screening, including drug screen and physical.

Responsibilities

• Performs repairs in accordance with WM Safety and Life Critical Rules and OSHA requirements.
• Performs minor repairs and preventive maintenance services; ensures equipment is functioning properly.
• Assist Technicians in adjustments, repair or replacement of fixed and rolling stock equipment (balers, conveyors, gearboxes, motors, shafts, bearings).
• Performs other maintenance and project related work as required.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with OSHA standards and safety procedures.
• Flexible work schedule may include nights and weekends to support operating schedule.

Job description

Assistant Industrial Maintenance Mechanic 3rd shift

Elkridge, MD, United States (On-site)

Job Description

I. Job Summary

The Plant Maintenance Technician Assistant works under direct and performs limited preventive maintenance assignments, completes minor repairs and assists in major repairs.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs repairs in accordance with WM Safety and Life Critical Rules and OSHA. (Occupational and Safety Health Act) requirements.
• Performs minor repairs and assigned preventive maintenance services. Ensures all plant equipment is functioning properly.
• Assist Technicians in the adjustments, repair or replacement of all fixed and rolling stock equipment including but not limited to balers, conveyor belts, gearboxes, electrical motors, machine shafts, rollers, and bearings.
• Performs other maintenance and project related work as required.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate / OSHA Standards. Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Requires a flexible work schedule, which may include nights and weekends to support operating schedule and the needs of the facility.

III. Qualifications

A. Required Qualifications

• None
• No experience None
• Must be at least 18 years of age Legally eligible to work in the United States. Upon Hire and
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Upon Hire and
• Successfully complete pre-employment screening, including drug screen and physical. Upon Hire

B. Preferred Qualifications

IV. Physical Requirements

Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Stooping
• Kneeling
• Crouching
• Repetitive Motions
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination
• Standing
• Walking
• Grasping
• Feeling
• Talking
• Hearing

Field: This job operates in both inside gas plant conditions as well as in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity.

This role is designated as safety sensitive and will require the successful candidate to strictly comply with all safety rules and protocols. As part of the ongoing employment requirements, the successful candidate may be subject to drug and alcohol testing—including pre‑employment screening, post‑incident evaluations, reasonable suspicion checks, and random testing, in accordance with government regulations and company policies.

Pay: The expected base pay range for this on-site position is $23. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.

V. Benefits

At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

About Us

ABOUT WM

WM (WM.com ) is North America's leading provider of comprehensive environmental solutions. Previously known as Waste Management and based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of residential, commercial, industrial, medical and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and Canada. With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics and renewable energy, WM provides environmental solutions to and collaborates with its customers in helping them pursue their sustainability goals. WM has the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest recycler of post‑consumer materials and is a leader in beneficial use of landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the most landfill gas‑to‑electricity plants in North America. WM’s fleet includes more than 12,000 natural gas trucks – the largest heavy‑duty natural gas truck fleet in the industry in North America. Healthcare Solutions provides collection and disposal services of regulated medical waste, as well as secure information destruction services, in the U.S., Canada and Western Europe. To learn more about WM and the company’s sustainability progress and solutions, visit Sustainability.WM.com .

Equal Employment Opportunity

For United States: WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

For Canada: WM is committed to the principle of equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation.

Real ID

In order to travel by air or access federal property, federal law requires individuals have a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative. This position may require the successful candidate to travel by air for business reasons or service federal property. Accordingly, successful candidates must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID or TSA‑approved alternative.

About the Team

Wrench with the best! Our technicians are trained to provide superior maintenance on diesel equipment. We care about our technician’s safety and show it by demanding solid safety practices of all our technicians and managers. Pride, safety, training, growth, opportunity, great benefits, rewards – check us out, we may be the company for you!

Job Info

• Job Identification 2352206
• Posting Date 08/17/2026, 04:15 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 7110 KIT KAT ROAD, ELKRIDGE, MD, 21075, US (On-site)