MRF Maintenance Technician

Emerald Coast Utilities Authority; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan through FRS

Job summary

Emerald Coast Utilities Authority is seeking a motivated individual for a Plant Maintenance Helper role at our recycling facility in New York. You will support routine maintenance, inspection, and lubrication of sorting equipment, learning hands-on with a team led by the Plant Maintenance Manager.

No extensive experience is required; candidates with a strong willingness to learn, safety-mindedness, and the ability to work varied shifts are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to comprehend and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Willingness to learn and take direction.
• Flexibility to work varying shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Clean, inspect, and lubricate recycling equipment and perform routine maintenance or minor repairs.
• Maintain a tidy facility by sweeping and shoveling as needed.
• Respond to calls for emergency repairs and demonstrate problem-solving skills.
• Keep accurate records of activity and supplies used.
• Execute preventive maintenance checks according to schedule and assist journey-level mechanics.

Skills

Basic mechanical

Equipment inspection

Lubrication

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Grinders

Job description

Exciting Opportunity Alert! Join Our Winning Team!

Are you mechanically inclined, bursting with enthusiasm, but struggling to find the perfect career fit? Look no further—this is your opportunity to shine!

JOB SUMMARY:

At the heart of our dynamic recycling facility lies a pivotal role, and we want YOU to fill it! Reporting directly to our esteemed Plant Maintenance Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring our operations run smoothly. Whether it's cleaning, inspecting, or lubricating our state-of-the-art sorting equipment, your passion for learning and positive attitude will set you apart. If you’re concerned about your lack of job experience, don't worry! We welcome individuals like you—full of potential, eager to learn, and ready to make a difference. And if you're worried about not having much job experience, fear not! We welcome individuals like you—full of potential, eager to learn, and ready to make a difference.

Join our team and dive headfirst into the world of routine maintenance and minor repairs on a variety of recycling machinery and systems. From star gears to finger sorters, de-stoners to belts, you'll have the chance to get hands-on with it all!

But wait, there's more! We're not just offering you a job—we're offering you a chance to kickstart your career and unleash your full potential. And as part of our team, you'll enjoy a host of benefits, including:

• Retirement Plan through FRS: Secure your future with confidence, knowing that we've got your back when it comes to planning for retirement. Our comprehensive plan through FRS ensures that you'll be well taken care of when it's time to kick back and enjoy the fruits of your labor.

Don't let your lack of experience hold you back from pursuing your passion. If you're ready to harness your awesome job attitude and willingness to learn, then we want YOU on our team!

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Clean, inspect, and lubricate recyclable sorting equipment, and perform routine maintenance or minor repairs on recycling machinery.
• Maintain a tidy facility by sweeping and using shovels as needed.
• Respond to calls for emergency repairs, showcasing your agility and problem-solving skills.
• Keep accurate records of activity and supplies used, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Execute preventive maintenance checks according to schedule, contributing to the longevity of equipment.
• Assist journey-level mechanics in the installation, maintenance, and repair of recycling mechanical equipment and systems, demonstrating your teamwork and collaboration.

All other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent, with educational documentation required upon offer of employment.
• Ability to comprehend and follow verbal and written instructions effectively.
• Preferred two years of progressively responsible experience working as a mechanic's helper or in a similar role.
• Flexibility to work varying shifts, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and during weather events as per departmental policies.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid driver's license, with successful completion of a three-year motor vehicle check required for selected candidates.
• Employment offers contingent upon passing background, motor vehicle, and reference checks, drug screening, and post-job offer physicals.

Employment offers to all new hires are contingent upon the job candidates successfully passing background and reference checks, drug screening, and post job offer physicals (that may include pulmonary testing). All applicants are subject to physical assessments as required by job.

• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting and moving up to 100 pounds, climbing stairs and catwalks, and working on equipment.
• Adherence to safety rules and regulations in potentially loud and hazardous working conditions, such as around moving mechanical parts, vibrations, heights, and airborne particles.

Materials and Equipment Used:

• Various hand and power tools, brooms, shovels, pitchforks, power sanders, grinders, drills, light trucks, or other motor vehicles.

Knowledge of:

• Machines and tools, their designs, uses, safety, and maintenance.
• Rotating equipment such as speed reducers, conveyors, pumps, gear boxes, and gear drives.
• Occupational hazards and safety precautions.

Skills in:

• Active listening, monitoring performance, and assessing improvements.
• Operating and maintaining hand and power tools.
• Performing general maintenance, labor activities, and repair tasks.

Ability to:

• Grasp, manipulate, and assemble objects swiftly and accurately.
• Adjust machine controls precisely and repeatedly.
• Maintain steady hand and arm movements.
• Coordinate movements effectively.
• Follow oral and written instructions with precision.
• Work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Perform basic mathematical calculations and operate a motor vehicle safely.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to our mission of sustainability while developing valuable skills and being part of a supportive team environment. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and are ready to roll up your sleeves, we'd love to welcome you aboard!