Industrial Maintenance Technician

WM; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

401(k) company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Extensive paid training opportunities

Job summary

A waste management company in Tacoma is seeking a Plant Maintenance Technician to ensure equipment operates efficiently. This role offers a starting pay of $41.09 per hour, stable hours, and comprehensive benefits including healthcare and paid training. Candidates should have at least 2 years of relevant experience and the physical ability to perform maintenance tasks. A commitment to safety and teamwork is essential in this role, which may include odd hours to meet operational needs.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant work experience.
• Must be over 18 years of age.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Ability to perform physical requirements with or without accommodations.
• Pass pre-employment drug screening and physical exam.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preventive maintenance and diagnose equipment issues.
• Maintain the Daily Equipment Inspections (DEI) backlog.
• Adjust work procedures to meet production schedules.
• Respond to emergency breakdown service calls.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area according to safety procedures.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Physical stamina

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.

Pay & Benefits

• Starting Pay Rate of $41.09 per hour
• Stable hours for financial stability
• Uniforms and personal protective equipment (PPE) provided
• Extensive paid training opportunities
• 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

Hours & Location

• Monday – Friday every week
• Afternoon shift: 3:30 pm to 12:00 am (overtime based on business needs)
• Stable hours to support work‑life balance and financial security

Key Responsibilities

Each day you will play a key role in keeping our plant running at its best, maintaining everything from balers and conveyor belts to gearboxes, electrical motors, pulleys, shafts, and bearings. As a Plant Maintenance Technician you will jump into action when systems fail, using your skills to quickly identify and fix issues, ensuring everything is back up and running safely and efficiently. You will work with cutting‑edge equipment and tackle challenges that require both expertise and determination.

• 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 Senior 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 efficiently.
• 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 and 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.

Qualifications

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

Desired Traits

• Team players who care about everyone in the shop
• Happy to work independently and as part of a team
• Loves variety – every day presents a new challenge
• Determined problem solver

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• 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 involving dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes, or similar elements most of the workday.
• Normal setting: material recycling facilities, repair/maintenance facilities, outdoors, or other facilities.
• Physical effort may vary from site to site and, in some cases, may be greater or less than documented here.

Benefits

At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short‑term disability. As well as a stock purchase plan, 401(k) company match, and more! Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

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