Job Description: The Plant Maintenance Technician is responsible for monitoring and maintaining the operation of all plant systems and equipment. Including but not limited to balers, conveyor belts, gearboxes, electrical motors, pulleys, shafts and bearings. This position must respond to all system failures by taking appropriate corrective action by completing or assigning the repairs needed to ensure that systems are operational and are functioning safely and efficiently. This position generally reports to the Plant Maintenance Manager. Job Responsibilities: Performs service calls for emergency breakdowns. Ability to perform under limited supervision. Performs preventive maintenance inspection (PM); diagnose, repair, and rebuild major equipment/components including but not limited to 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. Requires a flexible work schedule, which may include nights and weekends to support operating schedule and the needs of the facility. Inspects the quality of third party repairs and or rebuilds. Ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities. Performs repairs in accordance with Waste Management Safety and Life Critical Rules and OSHA. (Occupational and Safety Health Act) requirements. Recommends measures to improve production, equipment performance and product quality Establishes and adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules and advises Sr. Plant Maintenance Manager if additional work is needed, or cannot be completed within the Standard Repair Times (SRTs). Maintains DEI (Daily Equipment Inspections) backlog. Job Requirements: Successfully complete pre-employment drug screen and physical. Legally eligible to work in the United States. Have knowledge of hydraulic systems. Safely operates tools and equipment needed during the repair and servicing of equipment. Must be at least 18 years of age Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Proficient in welding and fabrication. Have knowledge of single and three phase electrical systems. Have knowledge of electrical control systems. Have knowledge of pneumatic systems, including air compressors. Qualification & Experience: Experience: 2 year(s) of relevant work Job Details: Company: Waste Management Vacancy Type: Full Time Job Location: Milwaukee, WI, US Application Deadline: N/A Apply Here careersvite.com
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