MRF Maintenance Technician

About the role

At the heart of our dynamic recycling facility lies a pivotal role, and we want YOU to fill it! Reporting directly to our esteemed Plant Maintenance Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring our operations run smoothly. Whether it's cleaning, inspecting, or lubricating our state-of-the-art sorting equipment, your passion for learning and positive attitude will set you apart. If you’re concerned about your lack of job experience, don't worry! We welcome individuals like you—full of potential, eager to learn, and ready to make a difference. And if you're worried about not having much job experience, fear not! We welcome individuals like you—full of potential, eager to learn, and ready to make a difference.

Essential Job Functions

• Clean, inspect, and lubricate recyclable sorting equipment, and perform routine maintenance or minor repairs on recycling machinery.
• Maintain a tidy facility by sweeping and using shovels as needed.
• Respond to calls for emergency repairs, showcasing your agility and problem-solving skills.
• Keep accurate records of activity and supplies used, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Execute preventive maintenance checks according to schedule, contributing to the longevity of equipment.
• Assist journey-level mechanics in the installation, maintenance, and repair of recycling mechanical equipment and systems, demonstrating your teamwork and collaboration.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent, with educational documentation required upon offer of employment.
• Ability to comprehend and follow verbal and written instructions effectively.
• PREFERRED: Two years of progressively responsible experience working as a mechanic's helper or in a similar role.
• FLEXIBILITY: Ability to work varying shifts, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and during weather events as per departmental policies.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting and moving up to 100 pounds, climbing stairs and catwalks, and working on equipment.
• ADHERENCE TO SAFETY RULES: Adherence to safety rules and regulations in potentially loud and hazardous working conditions, such as around moving mechanical parts, vibrations, heights, and airborne particles.

Benefits

• Retirement Plan through FRS: Secure your future with confidence, knowing that we've got your back when it comes to planning for retirement. Our comprehensive plan through FRS ensures that you'll be well taken care of when it's time to kick back and enjoy the fruits of your labor.

Pay

$38,750.40 - $63,523.20 annual

Schedule

Full time