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Assistant, Plant Maintenance Technician MRF

WM
KANSAS CITY, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 9/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/18/2026

Pay Range: $27hr 

Shift: 2PM - 1030PM Monday - Friday, Occasional Saturday 

What is the value of a WM Job? At WM we know that the value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. It's a way to create opportunities for you and your family. This is why we are constantly working to make WM a great place to work and grow a career.

We Are Always Working For A Sustainable Tomorrow®: Our mission is to leave the world a better place than we found it by helping its inhabitants find purpose in becoming its caretakers.

We Are People First: The members of the WM family are the foundation for our success. We foster an environment where all teammates feel welcomed, valued and seen.

We Are Committed to Your Growth: Your Tomorrow Education Assistance Program, paid on-the-job training, and established career progression.

We Are Stable: From the front line to the corporate offices, our team members perform essential and meaningful work.

We Are a Family: At WM we are over 60,000 people - from many places and many backgrounds, and it is our amazing differences that make us stronger.

We Are Investing in You: Amazing Medical, Dental & Vision, 401K with match, discounted stock options, dependent day care, and more!

Ready to roll with us?  Click Apply to join the WM team today.  
I. Job Summary

The Plant Maintenance Technician Assistant works under direct and performs limited preventive maintenance assignments, completes minor repairs and assists in major repairs.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
 

  • Performs repairs in accordance with WM Safety and Life Critical Rules and OSHA. (Occupational and Safety Health Act) requirements.
  • Performs minor repairs and assigned preventive maintenance services. Ensures all plant equipment is functioning properly.
  • Assist Technicians in the adjustments, repair or replacement of all fixed and rolling stock equipment including but not limited to balers, conveyor belts, gearboxes, electrical motors, machine shafts, rollers, and bearings.
  • Performs other maintenance and project related work as required.
  • Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate / OSHA Standards. Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
  • Requires a flexible work schedule, which may include nights and weekends to support operating schedule and the needs of the facility.


III. Qualifications 

A. Required Qualifications 
 

  • None
  • No experience None
  • Must be at least 18 years of age Legally eligible to work in the United States. Upon Hire and
  • Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Upon Hire and
  • Successfully complete pre-employment screening, including drug screen and physical. Upon Hire


B. Preferred Qualifications 


IV. Physical Requirements

Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

 

  • Stooping
  • Kneeling
  • Crouching
  • Repetitive Motions
  • Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination
  • Standing
  • Walking
  • Handling
  • Grasping
  • Feeling
  • Talking
  • Hearing


Field: This job operates in both inside gas plant conditions as well as in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity.


This role is designated as safety sensitive and will require the successful candidate to strictly comply with all safety rules and protocols. As part of the ongoing employment requirements, the successful candidate may be subject to drug and alcohol testing—including pre‑employment screening, post‑incident evaluations, reasonable suspicion checks, and random testing—in accordance with government regulations and company policies.


V. Benefits 
At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site. 

 

If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click Apply.

Salary : $27

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