Facilities Maintenance Technician

Casella Waste Systems, Inc.; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in waste management is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair machinery, ensuring operational efficiency. The role requires mechanical and electrical skills, with opportunities for growth. A sign-on bonus is available, along with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life & Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Discounted Stock Program

401K

Boot & Clothing Allowance

Tuition Assistance

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of experience diagnosing and repairing equipment.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the US.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventive maintenance on machinery.
• Diagnose issues with machinery components.
• Repair or coordinate repair of defective machinery.

Skills

Problem Solving

Multitasking

English

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

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Position Summary
The Facilities Maintenance Technician utilizes knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic equipment to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair machinery or equipment. The role involves diagnosing issues with machinery components and determining when adjustments or repairs are needed. The incumbent will have increasing responsibilities with experience and expertise. Forklift repair is required. A $2,000 sign-on bonus is available.

Key Responsibilities

• Reads and interprets equipment manuals to perform required maintenance and service.
• Prevents plant breakdowns by performing planned preventive maintenance on conveying systems, power transmissions, and other power-driven rotating equipment, in conformance with company and federal standards.
• Communicates equipment issues and resolutions to operators.
• Works in extreme, often "dirty" environments.
• Repairs or coordinates repair of worn or defective machinery or equipment; tests machines to ensure quality and production standards.
• Performs housekeeping duties and uses various small tools, hand-powered tools, and knives, following safety regulations.
• Maintains logs for daily equipment inspections to minimize downtime.
• Establishes and adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules and advises the Plant Maintenance Manager if additional work is needed or cannot be completed within standard repair times.
• Recommends measures to improve production, equipment performance, and product quality, and makes service calls for emergency breakdowns.
• Cleans, inspects, and performs routine maintenance or minor repairs on recycling equipment to ensure proper functionality.
• Participates in training and performs other duties to support company vision, mission, and values.

Career Path Definitions & Distinctions

B Technician: Demonstrates understanding of Level C skills and equipment, with increasing knowledge of Level B skills. Mechanical skills include greasing bearings, understanding belts, lubrication, and using lifts. Electrical skills include wiring, resetting breakers, and reading labels.

A Technician: Demonstrates understanding of Level B skills, beginning to acquire Level A skills. Mechanical skills include changing bearings, gearboxes, shafts, welding, and troubleshooting motors. Electrical skills include wiring, troubleshooting, and testing components.

Master Technician: Demonstrates full understanding of Levels C, B, and A skills and equipment. Mechanical skills include welding and rebuilding gearboxes, pumps, and motors. Electrical skills include reading schematics, control wiring, and load calculations. They can lead and train small teams.

Education, Experience & Qualifications

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, 1-5 years of experience diagnosing and repairing equipment, and be legally eligible to work in the US. Must be at least 18 years old, able to work overtime, and capable of lifting 50 pounds frequently. Good listening, problem-solving, multitasking, and English language skills are required.

Attributes

Positive, team-oriented, with a strong work ethic, safety-minded, customer-driven, open to training, results-oriented, and able to see the bigger picture while focusing on details.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, Maternity & Parental Leave, Flexible Spending Accounts, Discounted Stock Program, 401K, Boot & Clothing Allowance, Safety Awards, Employee Assistance Plan, Wellness Incentive, Tuition Assistance, Career Pathways, Tool Allowance, and more.