Lead Plant Maintenance Technician - Evening Shift

Athens Services; Irwindale (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K with profit sharing & match

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Professional development learning

Positive work environment

Job summary

Athens Services is seeking a Plant Maintenance Technician Lead in Irwindale, CA. This role leads the maintenance team, troubleshoots conveyors and control systems, and ensures safe, efficient operation of the MRF facility.

Strong leadership and fabrication knowledge are essential for diagnosing issues and repairing components. The position offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401K with match, life insurance, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; technical certifications a plus.
• 3+ years in maintenance with leadership responsibility.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Proficient with Excel, Word, PowerPoint and email communication; able to learn maintenance software.
• Experience in safety program implementation and regulatory adherence.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance team including mechanics and cleaners; oversee workload distribution.
• Review productivity and progress of repairs; ensure preventive maintenance is timely.
• Maintain safe work environment; conduct monthly safety meetings.
• Manage parts inventory and documentation of repairs; implement process changes.
• Coach and mentor maintenance staff; ensure tools and supplies are available.
• Promote use of technology to improve shop performance; e.g., Dossier.

Skills

Leadership experience

Problem solving

Communication skills

Excel/PowerPoint/Email

Safety programs

Shop operations

Mechanic hands-on

Waste industry experience

Bilingual English/Spanish

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Mechanical school certificate(s)

Welding certification

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Athens Services is seeking a Plant Maintenance Technician Lead in Irwindale, CA. This role leads the maintenance team, troubleshoots conveyors and control systems, and ensures safe, efficient operation of the MRF facility.

Strong leadership and fabrication knowledge are essential for diagnosing issues and repairing components. The position offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401K with match, life insurance, and opportunities for professional development.