Maintenance Technician

About the Role:

The Facility Maintenance Technician is responsible for the inspection, repair, and preventative maintenance of machinery, equipment, and systems within the recycling facility. This role ensures maximum, uptime, efficiency, and safety of the plant operations by performing both routine and emergency maintenance on shredders, balers, conveyors, sortation systems, and support equipment. 

Job Type: Full Time

• Monday - Friday 6AM - 4:30PM, Occasional Saturdays based on business needs.

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, Vision insurance
• FSA
• Vacation Time
• 401k Matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

Responsibilities: 

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.  

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance, minor repairs, and inspections on plant machinery and equipment to ensure optimal functionality. 
• Diagnose and promptly repair mechanical and hydraulic issues in balers, shredders, conveyors, forklifts, trailers, and other systems. 
• Assist senior technicians with rolling stock equipment maintenance and support installation and commissioning of new machinery. 
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in compliance with OSHA and corporate standards, including lockout/tagout procedures. 
• Collaborate with plant operators to identify recurring issues and recommend improvements. Support housekeeping, environmental compliance, and inventory management. 
• A flexible schedule is required, including weekends and up to 25% travel to support multiple facilities.

Skills & Abilities: 

Education & Experience 

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade school certification preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in industrial, mechanical, or electrical maintenance; recycling, manufacturing, or heavy equipment background preferred.