Recycling Maintenance Technician

Rumpke Waste & Recycling; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Job summary

Rumpke Waste & Recycling in Columbus, OH is seeking a Recycling Maintenance Technician to perform preventive maintenance on MRF equipment and support safe operations.

Schedule: Monday–Friday 6am–8pm. You will track daily work, operate forklifts and loaders, and ensure compliance with safety regulations while contributing to a reliable waste and recycling service.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years experience in industrial maintenance preferred.
• Must complete training to operate mobile equipment (fork trucks, man-lifts, skid steers).
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Read and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on MRF equipment per schedules.
• Track daily work and inventory using designated software.
• Monitor machinery and perform necessary repairs.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area per regulations and policies.
• Complete paperwork and electronic updates as required.
• Promote positive relationships with customers, clients, co-workers, and management.
• Operate forklifts, man-lifts, and skid steer loaders as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical safety

Teamwork

Safety policies

Industrial tools

Computer systems

LOTO procedures

Education

General Education Diploma

High School Diploma

Tools

Fork trucks

Man-lifts

Skid steer loaders

Job description

Columbus MRF Campus
1190 Joyce Ave
Columbus, OH 43219, USA

Description

Rumpke is a family-owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people.

When you join Rumpke, you’ll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more.

This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!

Schedule: Monday-Friday 6am-8pm

Recycling Maintenance Technicians are responsible for performing repair and maintenance on equipment in a Material Recovery Facility (MRF).

Responsibilities of Position:

• Perform all preventive maintenance duties to equipment according to maintenance schedules
• Track daily work performed and inventory usage in accordance with established company procedures and through designated computer software
• Continually monitor machinery and make necessary adjustment(s) and repairs to ensure proper operation
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and perform all duties in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies
• Complete all paperwork and/or electronic updates as required
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by performing and communicating in a manner that promotes good relationships with customers, clients, co-workers, and management
• Operate mobile equipment such as fork trucks, man-lifts, and skid steer loaders as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility:

• This position will not manage employees

Skills & Abilities Needed for Position:

• Ability to identify, assess, and avoid electrical hazards in the workplace
• Skilled in teamwork and working cross-functionally
• Ability to comprehend and follow safety policies and procedures to determine the level of hazard, proper PPE needed, and job planning to safely perform the task
• Ability to use heavy industrial shop tools and equipment
• Ability to effectively use computer systems and software to perform routine job functions
• Ability to comprehend and follow LOTO policies and procedures

Experience & Knowledge Needed for Position:

• 1-2 years experience in industrial maintenance is preferred
• Must be able to complete necessary training to operate mobile equipment such as fork trucks, man-lifts, and skid steer loaders

Physical Requirements in a Regular Workday:

• Frequently lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 20 lbs
• Occasionally lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 50 lbs
• Rarely lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 100 lbs
• Frequently working outside in changing temperatures, wet/humid conditions
• Continuously working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, and other airborne matter
• Frequently stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling
• Frequently climbing and/or balancing
• Frequently standing/walking; occasionally sitting

Additional Working Conditions/Aspects:

• Possible exposure to high traffic conditions and/or tight driving areas
• Exposure to residential and commercial waste
• Ability to workflexible hours; expected to work nights and weekends as needed
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and/or holidays
• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Valid driver’s license (if applicable)
• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing
• Must be able to read and speak the English language

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish an employment contract and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpke’s policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Preferred

General Education Diploma or better.

High School or better.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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