Industrial Maintenance Technician

Padnos; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

100% Tuition reimbursement for Team M

401K Match and Profit Sharing

Performance Driven Bonuses

First Time Home Buying Assistance

Job summary

PADNOS is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician in Grand Rapids, MI. The role focuses on maintaining and repairing facility equipment and assets to maximize uptime and safety across PADNOS locations.

Responsibilities include routine inspections, troubleshooting, spare parts management, and working with CMMS MainSaver. Candidates should have basic carpentry/welding exposure, read blueprints, and strong safety discipline.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Plumbing or carpentry certification a plus, but not required.
• Must be able to read blueprints.
• Basic welding/pipe filing experience required.
• 1-2 years of basic carpentry experience required.
• Experience using precision measuring tools (caliper, multimeter, infrared thermometer, gas detector).

Responsibilities

• Performs basic maintenance tasks and cleans, inspects, and lubricates equipment and assets.
• Troubleshoots equipment and reports downtime.
• Manages spare parts and tracks weekly transactions.
• Repairs, modifies, builds and maintains facility equipment and fixtures.
• Installs, builds, repairs water and air lines.
• Unclogs, repairs, and installs drains.
• Conducts routine inspections across PADNOS locations.
• Maintains CMMS records (MainSaver).
• Prioritizes customer satisfaction with prompt maintenance responses.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Task prioritization

Critical thinking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Plumbing or carpentry certification a plus

Read blueprints

Basic welding/pipe filing experience

Carpentry experience 1-2 years

Experience with measuring tools

Tools

Caliper

Multimeter

Infrared thermometer

Gas detector

Job description

Manufacturing - Wyoming Plastics, 500 44th St. SW, Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States of America

Job Description

PADNOS is a full-service recycling company handling paper, plastic, metals and electronic recycling. We tailor recycling programs for consumer and industrial clients throughout the United States. PADNOS was founded over a century ago and continues to transform the recycling industry. The company has thrived as a family business through four generations and has grown to be a market leader and best in class innovator.

OurIndustrial Maintenance Technicians plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation and upkeep of our facilities. This position offers a unique opportunity to work cross functionally across every area of our facilities, allowing the Technician to have a direct impact on PADNOS’s overall performance. The primary responsibility of this individual is to maintain and repairfacilities equipment and assets. By leveraging technical expertise, the Facility Maintenance Technician will contribute to the efficiency, reliability, and safety of our facilities. From conducting routine inspections to troubleshooting and resolving equipment issues, this individual plays a crucial role in minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity.

Schedule

Primary Responsibilities / Essential Functions:

• Performs basic maintenance tasks and cleans, inspects, and lubricates various equipment and assets.
• Trouble shoots down equipment, tracks and reports weekly downtime.
• Manages spare parts room and process, tracks and reports weekly transactions.
• Repairs, modifies, builds and rebuilds, and maintains facility equipment and fixtures such as doors, windows, siding, walls, roofs, drains, and racking.
• Installs, builds, and repairs water lines and air lines.
• Unclogs, repairs, and installs drains.
• Conducts routine inspections at all PADNOS locations to identify and address maintenance opportunities.
• Changes oil and filter for air compressors.
• Changes air filters on roof top units and air make up units, HVAC.
• Repairs and installs concrete and asphalt.
• Supports Level II Facilities Technicians in troubleshooting and repairing plumbing and HVAC opportunities.
• Serves as a support function for Level II Facilities Maintenance Technicians with work orders.
• Follows safety protocols and maintains accurate records of maintenance activities in CMMS (computerized maintenance management software – currently MainSaver).
• Prioritizes customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service in the maintenance field, providing a prompt response to requests and prioritizing based on urgency.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

PADNOS Expectations of all Team Members:

• Adheres to all PADNOS Policies and Procedures.
• Always conducts self in a manner consistent with PADNOS Values.
• Maintains a positive and respectful attitude with all contacts.
• Consistently reports to work on time and prepared to perform the duties of the position.
• Meets productivity standards and performs duties as workload necessitates.
• Maintains the privacy of all company proprietary information.
• Treats visitors, vendors, customers, and team members with dignity and respect.
• Can safely perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Education, Training, and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Plumbing or carpentry certification a plus, but not required.
• Must be able to read blueprints.
• Basic welding/pipe filing experience required.
• 1-2 years of basic carpentry experience required (hammer, screwdriver, tape measure, chisel, handsaw, power drill, miter saw, router, claims, level, etc.)
• Experience using precision and measuring tools (caliper, multimeter, infrared thermometer, gas detector, etc.).

Specific Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate effective interaction with colleagues and customers, and to convey information accurately and professionally.
• Must possess strong critical thinking and decision-making skills to effectively assess situations, follow instructions, and made sound decisions to complete tasks efficiently and effectively.
• Must excel at managing time efficiently to ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Must be able to prioritize tasks based on urgency.
• Must possess a strong attention to detail to ensure all jobs are completed in an exemplary manner and any potential hazards or warning signs of problems are not overlooked.

Motor/Sensory/Physical Requirements:

• Occasionally ascends or descends ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, etc.
• Must be able to occasionally accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds in all directions, and occasionally 100 pounds.
• This position does require repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• This position does require occasional use of machinery and/or power tools, and will frequently require operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
• There will be occasional exposure to low temperatures, high temperatures, outdoor elements (such as precipitation or wind), noisy environments, hazardous conditions, poor ventilation, and small and/or enclosed spaces.

PADNOS has a rich history of taking care of our Team Members, their families and the multiple communities we serve. We invest in our Team Members and offer the following benefits:

• Competitive Wage
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 100% Tuition reimbursement for Team Members
• First Time Home Buying Assistance
• 401K Match and Profit Sharing
• Performance Driven Bonuses

PADNOS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, weight, height, sex, sexual.

PADNOS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, weight, height, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, genetic medical information, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Manufacturing - Wyoming Plastics, 500 44th St. SW, Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States of America