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 bearings, forklifts, wheel loaders tractors and trailers. 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. Compensation-$25-$27/hr Duties & Responsibilities Performs repairs in accordance with Company Safety 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, tractors/trailers and building equipment Establishes and adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules and advises leadership if additional work is needed or cannot be completed within the Standard Repair Times Inspects the quality of third-party repairs and or rebuilds Recommends measures to improve production, equipment performance and product quality Safely operates tools and equipment needed during the repair and servicing of equipment Diagnose defects and repair a variety of equipment and vehicles Estimate time and materials required to perform major repairs Performs service calls for emergency breakdowns Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate/OSHA Standards and performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures Perform other job-related duties as assigned Requirements High School diploma or GED Three (3) or more years of mechanical experience Must have own tools appropriate for position Ability to work a flexible schedule which may include nights and weekends to support operations and the needs of the facility Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Knowledge of all tools required to perform repairs and maintenance on equipment Ability to follow schedules, instructions, technical manuals and maintenance guidelines, and other procedures associated with the maintenance of the company equipment Knowledge of OSHA and other state and federal regulations Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operation, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service Excellent analytical, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills Ability to exert muscle force to lift, push, pull or carry objects Ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example: two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting or standing Knowledge of proper lifting techniques #GFLTalent We thank you for your interest. 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We believe in great careers, making a positive impact on the environment and supporting our people with their life ambitions. We aspire to create the right jobs in a way that brings you along with us. At GFL, growth isn’t just for our business—it’s for our people. Because we see the potential in all our employees to do whatever it is they set their mind to, and we’re proud to support them in that journey. We consider our employees’ personal goals, helping them create the career, and life, that they desire—whether it’s advancing in their job, learning new skills, forming lasting relationships, or mentoring others, while having time to pursue other life ambitions. With safety and sustainability at the core of what we do, we all come together to form “Team Green”—united by our shared purpose to provide environmental solutions that enable our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life. We’re proud to say that working for GFL is more than a job. It’s an opportunity to make a difference and grow tremendously along the way. Regardless of the work we’re doing today, we’ve got our sights set on the big picture—not just tomorrow, but for life. GFL empowers those looking for growth in their career and lives, whether that's on our Field Operations teams or Professional Services teams. Field Operations – Our Field positions offer candidates across North America the potential for limitless growth and skill expansion as the front line of our organization, making them central to our company's vision of creating cleaner and more sustainable communities. Professional Services – Our Corporate positions located in key North American offices grow candidates to form strong client relations, manage key programs and accounts, and ensure our Field teams are operating at maximum efficiency.