PLANT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
Pay $35-$50hr
Shift 1st 7a to 3:30p INTRODUCTION Explore a career with A & Associates, one of the leading providers of temporary, temp-to-hire, permanent placement services and security guard services.
JOB SUMMARY 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 reports to the Plant Maintenance Manager, may differ by site.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned. Performs repairs in accordance with Waste Management Safety and Life Critical Rules and OSHA. (Occupational and Safety Health Act) requirements. 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. Maintains DEI (Daily Equipment Inspections) backlog. 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). Inspects the quality of third-party repairs and or rebuilds. Recommends measures to improve production, equipment performance and product quality. Ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities. Performs service calls for emergency breakdowns. Ability to perform under limited supervision. Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate/OSHA Standards and performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures. Qualifications
SCHEDULE Requires a flexible work schedule, which may include nights and weekends to support operating schedule and the needs of the facility.
REQUIREMENTS The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job. Must be at least 18 years of age. Legally eligible to work in the United States. Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Successfully complete pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check, which will include previous employment check, criminal history, and motor vehicle record review.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Education: High School Diploma or GED (accredited). Experience: Two years of relevant work experience.
SKILLS OR ABILITIES REQUIRED Have knowledge of single and three phase electrical systems. Have knowledge of electrical control systems. Have knowledge of hydraulic systems. Have knowledge of pneumatic systems, including air compressors. Safely operates tools and equipment needed during the repair and servicing of equipment. Diagnose defects and repair a variety of equipment and vehicles.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSCIAL REQUIREMENTS Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Required to use motor coordination with arm, hand, finger, and leg dexterity. Required to exert physical effort in handling objects more than 50 pounds frequently. Requires pushing, pulling, bending, twisting, and lifting up to 50 lbs. Will be exposed to a physical environment, which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements most of the workday. Note: The level of physical effort may vary from site to site and in some cases be greater or less than documented here.
