Industrial Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift - Benefits Day 1

WM (Waste Management); Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms and PPE provided

Healthcare coverage

Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

WM (Waste Management) is seeking a Plant Maintenance Technician to keep our plant running at peak efficiency in Houston. You’ll repair balers, conveyors, motors, and associated equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and respond to breakdowns to minimize downtime.

The role demands safety adherence and the ability to work flexible hours, including occasional weekends. You must have at least 2 years of relevant experience, be 18+, legally eligible to work in the U.S., and able to pass a

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.
• Own your tools; tool allowance after 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preventive maintenance on equipment including balers, conveyors, motors, belts, and gearboxes.
• Maintain daily equipment inspections backlog and support production schedules.
• Respond to emergency breakdowns and perform repairs with limited supervision.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed per OSHA and corporate standards.
• Support continuous improvement and recommend equipment performance improvements.
• Work schedule may include nights and weekends to meet operational needs.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic knowledge

Multimeter reading

Conveyor repair

Welding fabrication

Forklift operation

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.

Preferred Candidate Experience

• Commercial/Industrial Maintenance preferred
• Electrical troubleshooting low voltage 483 PHE
• Hydraulic knowledge
• Knowledge of reading a multimeter
• Conveyor and baler repair experience
• Welding Fabrication a plus
• Forklift operator experience bonus

Pay and Benefits

• Pay Rate will start at $26.50 per hour
• 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

Hours and Location

• Monday - Friday
• 2nd Shift: 1:00 pm to 9:30 pm, Occasional Saturdays
• We’re committed to offering you stable hours for the financial security and work-life balance you need.

Those are the key details this on pay and schedule - now here's more on what you'll be doing as a Plant Maintenance Technician at WM.

Each day, you’ll 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 Mechanic, you’ll 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’ll work with cutting-edge equipment and tackle challenges that require both expertise and determination. Reporting to the Plant Maintenance Manager, you'll help drive the success of our operations, ensuring the plant runs smoothly and safely at all times.

Key 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.

Qualifications and Requirements

• 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.
• You must have your own tools. Tool allowance considered after 90 days.

Team Attributes

• 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

WM is there, helping build the best and total you.

We’re committed to offering you stable hours for the financial security and work-life balance you need.