Recycling Maintenance Technician

Job Description

10:30PM- 12:30PM TU-F

Rumpke is a family-owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people.

When you join Rumpke, you’ll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more.

This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!

Recycling Maintenance Technicians are responsible for performing repair and maintenance on equipment in a plant.

Responsibilities of Position:

Perform all preventive maintenance duties to equipment according to maintenance schedules

Track daily work performed and inventory used via work tracking processes and software in place

Continually monitor machinery and make necessary adjustment(s) and repairs to ensure proper operation

Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with Company and OSHA standards

Complete all paperwork and/or electronic updates as required

Maintain a positive work atmosphere by performing and communicating in a manner that promotes good relationships with customers, clients, co-workers, and management

Perform all duties in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies

Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position will not manage employees

Skills & Abilities Needed for Position:

Ability to recognize and avoid electrical hazards

Skilled in teamwork and working cross-functionally

Ability to comprehend and follow safety policies and procedures to determine the level of hazard, proper PPE needed, and job planning to safely perform the task

Ability to be trained to operate mobile equipment such as fork trucks, man-lifts, and skid steer loaders

Ability to use heavy industrial shop tools and equipment

Experience & Knowledge Needed for Position:

1-2 years experience in industrial maintenance is preferred

Physical Requirements in a Regular Workday:

Frequently lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 75 lbs. Rarely lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 100 lbs

Frequently working outside in changing temperatures, wet/humid conditions

Frequently working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, and other airborne matter

Frequently stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling

Frequently climbing and/or balancing

Frequently sitting/standing/walking

Additional Working Conditions/Aspects:

Possible exposure to high traffic conditions and/or tight driving areas

Exposure to residential and commercial waste

Ability to work flexible hours; expected to work nights and weekends as needed

Ability to work overtime, weekends, and/or holidays

Legally eligible to work in the United States

Valid driver’s license (if applicable)

Must successfully complete pre-employment testing

Must be able to read and speak the English language

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish an employment contract and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpke’s policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Full-time