FT Maintenance Technician

Benefits

Pulled from the full job description

Full job description

Make an Impact. Get Your Hands Dirty. Keep Things Running.

Are you someone who enjoys hands-on work, isn’t afraid to get dirty, and takes pride in keeping equipment running safely and efficiently? Join our recycling facility and play a direct role in supporting sustainability, reducing waste, and keeping critical operations moving. This is a roll-up-your-sleeves environment where your work truly makes a difference.

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing a variety of mechanical, electrical, and general repair tasks to ensure equipment and facility operations run smoothly. This role requires a safety-focused, dependable, and hands-on individual who can troubleshoot issues efficiently in an industrial recycling environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs on facility equipment and systems
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues and complete necessary corrective actions
• Operate and maintain basic hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment
• Conduct preventive maintenance according to established schedules and procedures
• Assist with installation, assembly, and testing of new equipment or components
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and repair logs
• Ensure all work is completed in compliance with safety standards and company policies
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and provide cross-departmental support as needed
• Work in a recycling facility where conditions may be dirty, dusty, noisy, and physically demanding

Required Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license (required for operating company vehicles and traveling between work sites)
• Mechanical experience, including troubleshooting and repairing equipment
• Electrical experience such as basic wiring, component replacement, or system testing
• Basic understanding of hand tools and safe operating procedures
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and perform physical tasks regularly
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Willingness to work in a hands-on, industrial recycling environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a maintenance, facilities, manufacturing, or recycling environment
• Knowledge of plumbing or industrial equipment
• Certifications in electrical, mechanical, or maintenance-related fields (a plus, not required)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and remain on feet for extended periods, including full shifts
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials up to 50 pounds regularly (heavier items with team assistance)
• Frequent bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and twisting
• Ability to walk throughout warehouse and production areas on concrete floors
• Ability to grip, grasp, and handle tools, materials, pallets, and equipment
• Visual and auditory ability to safely perform maintenance tasks in a noisy environment
• Comfort working around moving equipment, dust, temperature changes, and industrial conditions
• Ability to safely climb in and out of forklifts or pits
• Stamina to perform repetitive motions throughout the workday

Why Join Us?

• Make a real environmental impact through recycling and sustainability
• Hands-on, active work—no two days are the same
• Stable, essential industry
• Work with a team that values safety, reliability, and hard work

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person