Plant Maintenance Technician - $3,500 Sign On Bonus

WM; Elkridge (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Plant Maintenance Technician to ensure the efficient operation of plant systems and equipment. This role involves performing repairs, preventive maintenance, and responding to system failures, all while adhering to safety standards. Join a company that values stability and growth, offering comprehensive benefits including tuition assistance and health care plans. If you have a passion for maintenance and a commitment to safety, this is the opportunity for you to thrive in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401K with match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Personal Days

Tuition reimbursement

Stock Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience with electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Proficient in welding and fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain all plant systems and equipment.
• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on major equipment.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Pneumatic systems knowledge

Welding

Preventive maintenance

Equipment diagnostics

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Relevant work experience

Tools

Basic hand tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Plant Maintenance Technician - $3,500 Sign On Bonus

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Job Description

Shift: Sunday – Wednesday 8pm-6:30am

Pay: starting at 26.00 per hour

Experience: 2 years of previous experience working with Electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems including compressors. Welding experience, working with equipment such as conveyors and balers

What is the value of a WM job?

The value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. It’s a way to create opportunities for you and your family.

We Are Stable: Our WM team is home every day, and our team members perform essential and meaningful work.

We Are Committed to Growth: 100% tuition paid for benefits eligible employees and their family, and established career progression.

We Are Investing in You: Amazing Medical, Dental & Vision, 401K with match, discounted stock options, dependent day care, and more!

Who are we? #WeAreWM Ready to roll with us? Click Apply to join the WM team today (formerly Waste Management)

Job Summary

The Plant Maintenance Technician is responsible for monitoring and maintaining the operation of all plant systems and equipment. Including but not limited to balers, conveyor belts, gearboxes, electrical motors, pulleys, shafts and bearings. This position must respond to all system failures by taking appropriate corrective action by completing or assigning the repairs needed to ensure that systems are operational and are functioning safely and efficiently. This position generally reports to the Plant Maintenance Manager.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.

Performs repairs in accordance with Waste Management Safety and Life Critical Rules and OSHA. (Occupational and Safety Health Act) requirements.

Performs preventive maintenance inspection (PM); diagnose, repair, and rebuild major equipment/components including but not limited to balers, conveyors, hydraulic power packs, eddy currents, electro-magnetic belts, optical sorters, diverters, compressors, trash compactors, motors, glass breakers, wire tie systems, fans, pumps, forklifts, front-end loaders and building equipment.

Maintains DEI (Daily Equipment Inspections) backlog.

Establishes and adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules and advises Sr. Plant Maintenance Manager if additional work is needed, or cannot be completed within the Standard Repair Times (SRTs).

Inspects the quality of third party repairs and or rebuilds.

Recommends measures to improve production, equipment performance and product quality

Ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities.

Performs service calls for emergency breakdowns.

Ability to perform under limited supervision.

Requires a flexible work schedule, which may include nights and weekends to support operating schedule and the needs of the facility.

Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate/OSHA Standards, and performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.

Education and Experience

Education: Not required

Experience: 2 year(s) of relevant work

• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements
  
  
  
  

Must be at least 18 years of age

Legally eligible to work in the United States.

Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Successfully complete pre-employment drug screen and physical.

• Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required
  
  
  
  

Proficient in welding and fabrication.

Have knowledge of single and three phase electrical systems.

Have knowledge of electrical control systems.

Have knowledge of hydraulic systems.

Have knowledge of pneumatic systems, including air compressors.

Safely operates tools and equipment needed during the repair and servicing of equipment.

Diagnose defects and repair a variety of equipment and vehicles.

Technicians are required to provide their own basic tools to perform routine maintenance and repairs of equipment.

Work Environment

Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Required to use motor coordination with arms, hands, fingers, and legs.

Required to engage in physical activity that includes pushing, pulling, bending and lifting objects more than __ pounds.

Required to work from ladders or raised platforms.

Required to stand or work on concrete floors most of the work day.

Will be exposed to a physical environment, which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements most of the workday.

Normal setting for this job is material recycle facilities, repair/maintenance facility, outdoors or other facilities.

Note: The level of physical effort may vary from site to site and in some cases be greater or lesser than documented here.

The expected base pay range for this position across the U.S is $26/hr. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.

Benefits

At Waste Management, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click "Apply.

About Us

ABOUT WM

WM ( WM.com ) is North America’s largest comprehensive waste management environmental solutions provider. Previously known as Waste Management and based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of residential, commercial, industrial and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and Canada. With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics and renewable energy, WM provides environmental solutions to and collaborates with its customers in helping them achieve their sustainability goals. WM has the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest recycler of post-consumer materials and is the leader in beneficial reuse of landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the most gas-to-electricity plants in North America. WM’s fleet includes nearly 11,000 natural gas trucks – the largest heavy-duty natural gas truck fleet of its kind in North America – where more than half are fueled by renewable natural gas. To learn more about WM and the company’s sustainability progress and solutions, visit Sustainability.WM.com .

Equal Employment Opportunity

For United States: WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

For Canada: WM is committed to the principle of equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation.

About The Team

Wrench with the best! Our technicians are trained to provide superior maintenance on diesel equipment. We care about our technician’s safety and show it by demanding solid safety practices of all our technicians and managers. Pride, safety, training, growth, opportunity, great benefits, rewards – check us out, we may be the company for you!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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