Assistant Industrial Mechanic 2nd Shift

WM; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Job summary

WM is seeking a Plant Maintenance Technician Assistant to perform limited preventive maintenance, complete minor repairs, and assist in major repairs at our Philadelphia facility.

You will follow safety rules, keep a clean, safe work area, and may work nights or weekends to support the operating schedule. Pre‑employment screening and a physical are required. This role requires physical endurance and strict adherence to OSHA standards.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without accommodations.
• Successfully complete pre-employment screening, including drug screen and physical.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs in accordance with WM Safety and Life Critical Rules and OSHA requirements.
• Perform minor repairs and preventive maintenance; ensure plant equipment functions properly.
• Assist technicians in adjustments, repair or replacement of fixed and rolling stock equipment (e.g., balers, conveyors, motors, gears, shafts, bearings).
• Perform other maintenance and project-related work as required.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with OSHA standards and safety procedures.
• May work nights and weekends to support operating schedule and facility needs.

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

• Handling

• 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.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran