Maintenance Mechanic (Electrician)

Reworld Waste, LLC; Avon Lake (OH); On-site; USD 43,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Life and AD&D insurance

Education assistance

Job summary

Reworld is hiring a Maintenance Mechanic / Electrician for our Avon Lake, OH facility. You will diagnose, repair, and maintain mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to ensure safe, reliable plant operations.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in industrial settings, reading schematics, and strong troubleshooting. The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, travel as needed, and personal tools; join a team committed to safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years in chemical or industrial manufacturing.
• Ability to read a tape measure and use precision instruments.
• Willingness to perform in all weather conditions.
• Experience with electrical schematics and wiring diagrams preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and install process plant equipment (pumps, motors, gear drives, centrifuges).
• Service rotary screw air compressors and valve/piping systems.
• Repair steam boilers and auxiliary equipment.
• Install and troubleshoot industrial electrical systems (VFDs, motors, switchgear, lighting).
• Diagnose electrical faults with meters and diagnostic tools.
• Read electrical schematics and P&ID drawings.
• Support upgrades, PM programs, and plant improvement projects.
• Perform LOTO procedures and work safely around energized systems.
• Fabricate/process piping, threading, welding, and soldering as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Electrical troubleshooting

Read electrical schematics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Journeyman Electrician license / electrical certification

Tools

Multimeters

Megohmmeters

Electrical testing tools

Tools for fabrication (tape measure, calipers)

Job description

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator comes from its ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world’s largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

About the role

The Maintenance Mechanic / Electrician is a skilled craftsman responsible for diagnosing, troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and installing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems in a petrochemical manufacturing environment. This position requires strong mechanical aptitude combined with electrical maintenance and troubleshooting expertise to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must be dependable and punctual
• Own means of reliable transportation
• Provide personal tools (list available upon request)
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a chemical, or industrial manufacturing environment
• Must be able to work in adverse/inclement weather conditions
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound repair decisions
• Must be able to read a tape measure and utilize precision measuring instruments
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings preferred

Responsibilities & Duties

• Perform maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and installation of process plant equipment, including but not limited to pumps, motors, gear drives, centrifuges, and other rotating equipment, with an emphasis on bearings, seals, and mechanical seals.
• Perform maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of rotary screw air compressors.
• Remove, install, and maintain process valves and associated piping systems.
• Perform maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of steam boilers and auxiliary equipment.
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial electrical systems, including motors, motor controls, starters, variable frequency drives (VFDs), transformers, power distribution equipment, and lighting systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults using testing and diagnostic equipment, including multimeters, megohmmeters, and other electrical testing tools.
• Perform electrical wiring, conduit installation, cable pulling, terminations, and panel modifications in accordance with applicable electrical codes and company standards.
• Troubleshoot and maintain electrical control circuits, instrumentation, sensors, relays, and PLC-controlled equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, loop drawings, and P&ID drawings.
• Assist with electrical upgrades, preventive maintenance programs, equipment installations, and plant improvement projects.
• Perform lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and work safely around energized and de-energized electrical systems in accordance with company safety policies.
• Metal fabrication skills are required. Must be proficient in the installation and fabrication of process piping systems, including threading, welding, and soldering.
• When instructed, perform cleaning, painting, and general labor duties.
• Perform additional building and grounds maintenance as required.
• Local travel may be required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Journeyman Electrician license, electrical certification, or equivalent industrial electrical experience.
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting, instrumentation, and automation systems.
• Knowledge of NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code), NFPA 70E, and industrial electrical safety practices.
• Experience working in hazardous or classified industrial environments.

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities. Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

Pay Transparency

Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld’s reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable). Pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future. The pay range for the primary location of this position is: 20.72 - 27.60 USD per hour.

Benefits

• Regular full-time employees based in the USA have access to comprehensive medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision coverage, FSA, HSA, short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Our 401(k) plan is industry-leading, with an up to 7% company match.
• Additional benefits include Company-paid life and AD&D insurance, EAP, paid parental leave, and educational assistance.

For more information regarding these offerings, please visit the Reworld Careers Benefits Page. Reworld reserves the right to amend, suspend or terminate any benefit plan, in whole or in part, at any time.

Our DEI Commitment

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Attention Staffing Agencies & Search Firms

Reworld may sometimes selectively collaborate with staffing agencies and search firms (Agencies). Reworld will only consider candidates from Agencies with whom a signed agreement and a duly authorized work order (for a specific role) has been duly executed. Any unsolicited candidate submissions or candidate submissions from Agencies that do not meet these criteria, will be deemed invalid and ineligible for any fees.

Reworld, formerly known as Covanta

Reworld is a leader in sustainable waste solutions and is dedicated to transforming waste into valuable resources through innovative technologies. With a comprehensive portfolio of solutions designed to address the most complex challenges of waste management, Reworld is committed to achieving carbon-negative outcomes and supporting partners on their sustainability journey. Others see waste. We see potential. Led by the promise of what’s possible, we partner with businesses and communities to reimagine what waste can do. Together, we transform refuse into a resource, steadfast in our determination to go beyond net zero, for the good of our people, our communities, and the planet we all depend on.

Rooted in communities, with support across North America

Our expansive geographical footprint gives us the large-scale resources to effectively support both our customers and the communities in which we live and work. Working together to find the beginning at every endpoint. Ours is a diverse group, with a wide range of skills and expertise. We are passionate about our mission to do more and to do better through innovative value creation. No matter where we come from, we’re here to put our efforts toward building a smarter, more sustainable world. Dedicated to redefining what’s possible with waste. When you work with us, you’ll find a hard‑working team of collaborators united by our passion for protecting people, the planet, and the promise of a more sustainable future.

For more information: Visit https://www.reworldwaste.com/