What are the responsibilities and job description for the INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN - NOW HIRING LEVEL A & B TECHNICIANS!! position at Casella Waste Systems Inc.?
Position Summary
The Facilities Maintenance Technician utilizes knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic equipment to install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair machinery or equipment, diagnose issues with machinery components and determine when adjustments or repairs are needed. The incumbent will have an increasing level of responsibility with an increase of experience and expertise.
- Hiring Range : $20.00-$35.00 per hour.
- Hiring Bonuses Paid by Career Path Level (to be determined at time of hire) :
- Apprentice - $1,500
- B Technician - $3,500
- A Technician - $5,500
- Master - $7,500
- Technicians at Casella participate in a
- Career Pathways_
- Program_
- that offers exceptional
- Advancement Opportunity and Regular Merit Increases._
Key Responsibilities
Reads and interprets equipment manuals to perform required maintenance and service.
Prevents plant breakdowns by performing planned preventive maintenance on conveying systems, power transmissions and other power-driven rotating equipment. All repairs and preventive maintenance to be performed in conformance with established company and federal standards.Communicates equipment issues resolution to operators.Works inextreme environmentsthat are often dirty.Repairs or coordinates repair of warn defective machinery or equipment; testsmachines to ensure that quality and rate of production meets specifications.Performs extensive housekeeping duties and uses a variety of small tools, hand-powered tools, and knives while complying with safety regulations.
Communicates equipment issues resolution to operators.Works inextreme environmentsthat are often dirty.Repairs or coordinates repair of warn defective machinery or equipment; testsmachines to ensure that quality and rate of production meets specifications.Performs extensive housekeeping duties and uses a variety of small tools, hand-powered tools, and knives while complying with safety regulations.
Maintains necessary log for daily equipment inspections to ensure that the risk of downtime is kept to a minimum.Establishes and adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules and advises Plant Maintenance Manager if additional work is needed or cannot be completed within the standard repair times.Recommends measures to improve production, equipment performance and product quality and makes service calls for emergency breakdowns.Cleans, inspects, and / or performs routine maintenance or minor repairs on recycling equipment, such as discs and belts to ensure proper functionality of MRF equipment.Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales and services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and / or abide by our core values.
Education, Experience & Qualifications
The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, progressive technician training, 1-5 years experience diagnosing and repairing equipment, a demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment and be legally eligible to work in the US. It is expected that the candidate is at least 18 years of age, has the ability to work overtime when needed, and has the physical ability to lift 50 pounds on a frequent basis.
Excellent listening, and problem solving skills, the ability to multitask and manage multiple repairs and the ability to read and write English is required.
Attributes
Positive, team-oriented individual who has a strong work ethic, is committed to safety, customer driven, open to personal and professional training and development, and results-oriented with the ability to see the larger picture while focusing on detailed information.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, Maternity & Parental Leave, Flexible Spending Accounts, Discounted Stock Program, 401K, Boot & Clothing Allowance, Safety Awards, Employee Assistance Plan, Wellness Incentive, Tuition Assistance, Career Pathways, Tool Allowance, and More.
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Casella Waste Systems, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an environment of inclusion and mutual respect where opportunities are available to all applicants and team members without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, military and veteran status, status as individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our team members is critical to our success as a company and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people.
Salary : $20 - $35
