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Lead Electro-Mechanical Technician (Manufacturing) 3rd Shift $3000 Sign on Bonus

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $35.00 - $46.00
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Work Schedule

Night Shifts
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Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
short-term disability
stock purchase plan
pension
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Personal Days

Job Description

WM is a leading environmental services company dedicated to helping communities and businesses manage waste in an environmentally responsible and sustainable way. With a strong commitment to safety, career development, and employee well-being, WM offers a dynamic workplace where innovation, teamwork, and a culture of respect come together to create a strong foundation for personal and professional growth. As a major player in the waste management and recycling industry, WM provides comprehensive waste collection, recycling, and disposal services across North America, serving millions of customers with a focus on environmental sustainability and operational excellence.

The Lead Plant Maintenance Technician at WM plays a critical role in maintaining and optimizing the performance of the plant’s machinery and equipment. This role offers an excellent career path with stable work hours and comprehensive benefits that provide financial security and peace of mind. The position is an overnight shift working Sunday through Thursday from 10:00 pm to 7:00 am, designed to balance work-life commitments while ensuring the smooth operation of the plant. The pay range for this role is $35 to $46 per hour, commensurate with experience, reflecting WM’s dedication to rewarding skilled technicians suitably.

As the Lead Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for conducting preventive maintenance, diagnosing, repairing, and rebuilding a wide range of critical equipment including balers, conveyors, hydraulic power packs, and various motor-driven systems. Your expertise will help reduce downtime and improve overall equipment reliability, directly impacting the plant’s production goals and safety standards. The role requires a proactive approach to managing maintenance schedules, collaborating with multiple teams, and adapting to the evolving demands of a high-paced industrial environment.

At WM, employees are supported with uniforms and personal protective equipment (PPE), extensive paid training opportunities, and a workplace culture that values teamwork, safety, and career progression. The company offers a comprehensive healthcare package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability coverage. Beyond health benefits, employees enjoy a stock purchase plan, pension options, and additional benefits such as paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. These offerings underscore WM’s commitment to building a total rewards package that supports the whole employee.

This position is well suited for those who thrive in a team-oriented environment and are motivated by daily challenges and problem-solving. The role demands physical stamina and the ability to work safely under varying environmental conditions, including exposure to noise, dirt, and weather elements. WM emphasizes a safety-first culture, adhering strictly to OSHA standards, Waste Management Safety rules, and Life Critical Rules to protect employees and operations alike.

By joining WM as a Lead Plant Maintenance Technician, you are stepping into a role that not only offers career stability and growth but also the opportunity to make a tangible difference in environmental protection and industrial efficiency. With a supportive leadership team and a comprehensive benefit package, WM is dedicated to helping you build the best version of yourself professionally and personally. This role is ideal for candidates who are experienced, dependable, and eager to contribute to a safer, more sustainable future through their technical expertise and teamwork.

Job Requirements

  • Be over 18 years of age
  • Successfully complete and pass pre-employment drug screen and physical
  • Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations
  • Legally eligible to work in the United States
  • 2 years of relevant work experience

Job Qualifications

  • 2 years of relevant work experience
  • Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations
  • Legally eligible to work in the United States
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Experience with maintenance of electro-mechanical systems and industrial equipment
  • Good communication skills and attention to detail
  • Flexible and adaptable to varying work schedules

Job Duties

  • Conduct preventive maintenance inspections and diagnose, repair, and rebuild major equipment and components including 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
  • Maintain the Daily Equipment Inspections backlog
  • Adjust work procedures to meet production schedules and inform the Sr. Plant Maintenance Manager if additional work is needed or cannot be completed within Standard Repair Times
  • Inspect the quality of third-party repairs and rebuilds
  • Recommend improvements to enhance production, equipment performance, and product quality
  • Multitask and manage multiple priorities with efficiency
  • Respond to emergency breakdown service calls
  • Perform work with limited supervision while maintaining high standards of performance
  • Be flexible with your work schedule, which may include nights and weekends to meet operational needs
  • Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate/OSHA standards and ensure all work is completed according to safety procedures
  • Perform repairs in line with Waste Management Safety, Life Critical Rules, and OSHA requirements

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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