Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

WM (Waste Management); Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Waste Management is hiring a Plant Maintenance Technician to perform preventive maintenance, diagnose and repair a broad range of equipment, and sustain safe, efficient operations. The role requires hands-on work with heavy machinery and a commitment to safety standards.

Shifts may include nights and weekends, with comprehensive training and opportunities for career progression. The position emphasizes reliability, teamwork, and adherence to OSHA requirements in a facility environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Be over 18 years of age.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Successfully complete and pass pre-employment drug screen and physical.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preventive maintenance inspections (PM) and diagnose, repair, and rebuild major equipment and components, including balers, conveyors, hydraulic power packs, eddy currents, electro-magnetic belts, optical sorters, diverters, compressors, trash compactors, motors, glass breakers, wire tie systems, fans, pumps, forklifts, front-end loaders, and building equipment.
• Maintain the Daily Equipment Inspections (DEI) backlog.
• Adjust work procedures to meet production schedules and inform the Sr. Plant Maintenance Manager if additional work is needed or cannot be completed within Standard Repair Times (SRTs).
• Inspect the quality of third-party repairs and rebuilds.
• Recommend improvements to enhance production, equipment performance, and product quality.
• Multitask and manage multiple priorities with efficiency.
• Respond to emergency breakdown service calls.
• Perform work with limited supervision while maintaining high standards of performance.
• Be flexible with your work schedule, which may include nights and weekends to meet operational needs.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate/OSHA standards and ensure all work is completed according to safety procedures.
• Perform repairs in line with Waste Management Safety, Life Critical Rules, and OSHA requirements.

Job description

Hiring today, for tomorrow

Are you seeking a safer work environment as a Plant Maintenance Technician? Is your family's financial security important to you? Aspiring to advance in your Plant Maintenance Technician career? Searching for a company that prioritizes its employees' well-being? If this speaks to you, then WM might be the place for your next career move.

Career progression, stability for your family, and a safe environment to work. That's what you get as a Plant Maintenance Technician at WM - and more.

The pay and benefits you'll get as a Plant Maintenance Technician:

• Payrange $25-$37 based on Experience
• Stable hours for your financial stability
• Uniforms and PPE provided
• Extensive paid training opportunities
• A fun and engaging work environment with clear career progression opportunities
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
• Stock Purchase Plan, Pension, and more

The hours and location you'll work in as a Plant Maintenance Technician with WM:

• Shifts: 5pm-5am- 2,2,3 rotating days.
• We're committed to offering you stable hours for the financial security and work-life balance you need.

Here's more of what you'll do:

• Conduct preventive maintenance inspections (PM) and diagnose, repair, and rebuild major equipment and components, including balers, conveyors, hydraulic power packs, eddy currents, electro-magnetic belts, optical sorters, diverters, compressors, trash compactors, motors, glass breakers, wire tie systems, fans, pumps, forklifts, front-end loaders, and building equipment.
• Maintain the Daily Equipment Inspections (DEI) backlog.
• Adjust work procedures to meet production schedules and inform the Sr. Plant Maintenance Manager if additional work is needed or cannot be completed within Standard Repair Times (SRTs).
• Inspect the quality of third-party repairs and rebuilds.
• Recommend improvements to enhance production, equipment performance, and product quality.
• Multitask and manage multiple priorities with efficiency.
• Respond to emergency breakdown service calls.
• Perform work with limited supervision while maintaining high standards of performance.
• Be flexible with your work schedule, which may include nights and weekends to meet operational needs.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate/OSHA standards and ensure all work is completed according to safety procedures.
• Perform repairs in line with Waste Management Safety, Life Critical Rules, and OSHA requirements.

What do you need to be considered for the role of a Plant Maintenance Technician?

• 2 years of relevant work experience
• Be over 18 years of age.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Successfully complete and pass pre-employment drug screen and physical.

The kind of people who thrive in our teams:

• Team players who care about everyone in the shop
• Happy working independently and as part of a team
• Likes variety - every day provides a new challenge
• Determined problem solvers.

Work environment and physical demands

• Required to use motor coordination with arms, hands, fingers, and legs.
• Required to engage in physical activity that includes pushing, pulling, bending, and lifting objects more than 50 pounds.
• Required to work from ladders or raised platforms.
• Required to stand or work on concrete floors most of the workday.
• Will be exposed to a physical environment, which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements most of the workday.
• The normal setting for this job is material recycling facilities, repair/maintenance facilities, outdoors, or other facilities.
• Note: The level of physical effort may vary from site to site and, in some cases, may be greater or less than documented here.