Maintenance Technician

GFL Environmental Inc.; Pekin (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure optimal system performance. Responsibilities include conducting regular maintenance and repairs, ensuring a clean work area, and adhering to all safety protocols. This full-time role offers competitive pay with a range of benefits designed to support staff well-being.

Benefits

15 days of paid time off

Competitive medical, dental, and vision plan options

Health Savings Account with employer match option

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with an employer match up to 4%

Mental health support through Employee Assistance Program

Employer paid basic life insurance

7 paid holidays annually

Qualifications

• Must follow all safety procedures as outlined by relevant regulations.
• Ability to prioritize and adjust assignments to minimize downtime.
• Wear mandatory personal protective equipment as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily cleaning of screens and shafts.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and system repairs.
• Assist plant manager in repairs and maintenance tasks.

Skills

Organizational skills

Safety adherence

Teamwork

Job description

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Pay: $25-28/hour, depending on experience

Benefits:

• 15 days of paid time off
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plan options
• Health Savings Account with employer match option
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) with an employer match up to 4%
• Supplemental health plans through Aflac
• Employer paid basic life insurance
• Employee paid short-term disability option
• Employer-paid long-term disability
• Mental health support through Employee Assistance Program
• 7 paid holidays annually
  
  

Safely assist Mechanics and other shop personnel in daily responsibilities around the bays or as directed by Supervisor/Manager. To work in cooperation with the Plant Manager aiding in the repairs/maintenance of all aspects of the operating system at the EWSWA MRF to ensure optimal system performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• In cooperation with Plant Manager, you are to ensure the assigned tasks are completed in a timely manner which includes, but is not limited to:
  
  

i. Daily cleaning of screens and shafts.

ii. Daily cleaning of accumulation around all screens.

iii. Ensure that the facility and work areas are kept clean and organized.

iv. Clean up outside around bins and compactor while system is running.

v. Cleaning of Specialty Equipment (Opticals, Eddy Current, etc.)

vi. Preventative Maintenance and Inspections.

vii. System Mechanical Repairs.

viii. Inventory and tracking of critical spare parts.

• Must be ready to prioritize and adjust assignments accordingly to ensure projects are completed in a timely manner and minimize potential downtime.
• Perform system maintenance as per priority sequence and conduct emergency repairs when required.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies:

• Wear all mandatory personal protective equipment as assigned.
• Follow all safety procedures as outlined by the Safety Act, Applicable Industrial Regulations, Federal, Provincial, State, Municipal regulations, Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Report all accident, incidents, near misses and hazards to supervision immediately.
  
  

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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