Plant Maintenance Technician — Growth & Education Benefits

WM (Waste Management); Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401K with match

Stock purchase plan

Paid vacation, holidays & personalDays

Job summary

WM (Waste Management) is hiring a Plant Maintenance Technician to monitor and maintain plant systems and equipment, including balers, conveyors, motors, and bearings. You will respond to failures, perform repairs, and ensure safe, efficient operation.

The role reports to the Plant Maintenance Manager and requires flexibility for off-hours coverage. We offer comprehensive benefits and a focus on growth, training, and safety, with a pay range of $23–$27 per hour depending on experience, and a

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience.
• 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 accommodations.
• Successfully complete pre-employment screening, including drug screen and physical.

Responsibilities

• Performs repairs per WM Safety and Life Critical Rules and OSHA requirements.
• Diagnose, repair, and rebuild major equipment including balers, conveyors, motors, and gearboxes.
• Maintains Daily Equipment Inspections backlog.
• Adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules and flags if more work is needed.
• Inspects the quality of third-party repairs or rebuilds.
• Recommends improvements to production, equipment performance and product quality.
• Able to multi-task and manage multiple priorities.
• Performs service calls for emergency breakdowns.
• Flexibility to support nights and weekends as needed.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area per OSHA standards.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Flexible schedule

OSHA safety knowledge

Troubleshooting

Mechanical/electrical aptitude

Job description

WM (Waste Management) is hiring a Plant Maintenance Technician to monitor and maintain plant systems and equipment, including balers, conveyors, motors, and bearings. You will respond to failures, perform repairs, and ensure safe, efficient operation.

The role reports to the Plant Maintenance Manager and requires flexibility for off-hours coverage. We offer comprehensive benefits and a focus on growth, training, and safety, with a pay range of $23–$27 per hour depending on experience, and a