Technician - Material Processing Facility

Republic Services; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Republic Services in Lancaster, PA is seeking a Material Processing Facility (MPF) Technician to support operations by processing, storing, and distributing waste through treatment processes. You will operate forklifts and heavy equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

You will maintain maintenance records, assist with receiving and loading, and communicate issues to supervision.

Qualifications

• PPE and safety procedures required.
• Experience operating forklifts or heavy equipment.
• Willingness to perform preventive and corrective maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Process waste through treatment stages safely and efficiently to meet production goals.
• Operate plant equipment such as forklifts and other heavy machinery.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and perform preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Maintain maintenance documentation and regulatory records.
• Support receiving, offloading and loading operations as needed.
• Promote a clean, safe, and compliant work area.

Skills

Forklift operation

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Tools

Forklift

Heavy equipment

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Material Processing Facility (MPF) Technician primarily works under the direction of the Operations Manager or Supervisor providing a variety of services which include processing, storage and distribution of waste through the treatment process. They operate equipment such as forklifts or heavy equipment, and perform maintenance as needed. The MMF Technician ensures all tasks are completed in a safe, effective and proficient manner, and that equipment is maintained according to company, regulatory and manufacturer standards.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Processes waste through the treatment processes in a safe, efficient and proper manner to meet production goals.
• Accurately tracks treatment and/or disposal volumes.
• Operate plant equipment such as a forklifts and other heavy equipment.
• Effectively troubleshoots equipment issues and performs necessary preventive and corrective maintenance on all site equipment.
• Maintains preventive maintenance and corrective maintenance documentation.
• Supports other operations such as receiving, offloading and loading as required.
• Maintains work area and other areas in a clean and orderly condition.
• Maintains daily required regulatory agency and other documentation in a timely manner.
• Communicates maintenance and/or regulatory issues effectively and timely to supervisor or manager.
• Promotes harmonious working relationships with other employees.
• Occasionally deals with external customers and vendors and maintains professionalism throughout these interactions.
• Contributes to team goals and customer demands through effective communication and prioritization of a self-organized workload.
• Provides input on working practices to ensure departmental goals are met and exceeded.
• Supports a culture of safety as a priority by ensuring proper procedures are followed and may lead tailgate meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Working knowledge on appropriate use and application of personal protective equipment.
• Prior experience operating a forklift or heavy equipment and light equipment.
• Prior experience in treatment and/or disposal of non-hazardous waste material a plus.
• Ability to work in various external environments.
• Flexible, team player with a positive attitude.
• Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules set forth; promotes the Company's safety standards.
• A valid driver's license may be preferred for some positions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Current 40-hour HAZWOPER Training or ability to pass course upon hire.

Rewarding Compensation and Benefits

Eligible employees can elect to participate in:

• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• Retirement plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Benefits: https://jobs.republicservices.com/us/en/about-us/benefits

EEO STATEMENT:

Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. For any concerns relating to Republic Services' commitment to equal opportunity employment, you may contact the AWARE Line at 1-866-3-AWARE-4.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.

In 2025, Republic's total company revenue was $16.6 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $5.3 billion. We serve 13 million customers and operate more than 1,000 locations, including collection and transfer stations, recycling and polymer centers, treatment facilities, and landfills.

Although we operate across North America, the collection, recycling, treatment, or disposal of materials is a local business, and the dynamic