Industrial Maintenance Technician - B (Days)

Republic Services; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in environmental services is seeking a Polymer Center Technician B to join their team. This role involves performing repairs and maintenance on a variety of complex equipment to ensure optimal operations. You will work with mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems while utilizing diagnostic software to troubleshoot issues. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in equipment maintenance and a commitment to safety. Join a forward-thinking company that values sustainability and offers comprehensive benefits, including medical coverage, retirement plans, and employee stock purchase options. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a greener future while advancing your career.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical benefits

Dental plans

Vision coverage

Short- and long-term disability

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discount programs

Retirement plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in manufacturing or distribution equipment maintenance.
• Expertise in diagnosing mechanical issues using software and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and maintenance on Polymer Center equipment.
• Independently troubleshoot and maintain complex electromechanical systems.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Pneumatic systems maintenance

Hydraulic systems maintenance

Diagnostic software proficiency

Electrical systems maintenance

Education

Mechanical, electrical, or trade school certificate

Tools

Asset Management Software

Diagnostic tools

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: The Polymer Center Technician B performs repairs and maintenance on sorting, grinding, and washing equipment to maximize safe and productive operations. Typical activities include but are not limited to, preventive and corrective maintenance and repair of mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems of Polymer Center manufacturing equipment.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains expert knowledge of, and advanced working proficiency in diagnoses of mechanical problems using diagnostic software, and technical manuals.
• Performs repairs and maintenance on Polymer Center equipment, such as conveyors, screens, reducers, balers, optical sorting units, air drum separators, compactors, magnets, dust collectors, metering bins, ballistic separators, delabelers, dewiring equipment, grinders/granulators, PET wash line equipment, optical flake sorting equipment, bulk material handling equipment, and others to maximize safe and productive operations. Typical repairs include, but are not limited to, routine maintenance and repair of mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Repairs or replaces parts as directed by a work order system. Completes field service reports in a work order system.
• Overhauls or replaces machine components and replace worn items.
• Communicates with supervisor and/or equipment operators for clarification of problems. May discuss preventive techniques with equipment users to minimize future repairs.
• Independently troubleshoots and maintains complex electromechanical equipment.
• Completes daily consumables report to record hours, fuel and oil usage, and provides information for input in Republic Services Dossier (Asset Management Software) system.
• Performs preventative maintenance according to standard schedules.
• May maintain, repair and install plumbing, electrical, HVAC, odor systems, and negative pressure systems.
• Installs and sets up new equipment and communicate with vendors regarding maintenance schedules.
• Follows all safety policies and procedures.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Welding and/or fabrication skills and/or experience.
• PLC Programming experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Mechanical, electrical, or trade school certificate.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience working on equipment in a manufacturing or distribution environment.

Rewarding Compensation and Benefits:

Eligible employees can elect to participate in:
• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• Retirement plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).

EEO STATEMENT: Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.