Industrial Maintenance Technician -Benefits Day 1

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📍 Kansas City, KS, United StatesFull time💰 USD 27+

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Hiring today, for tomorrow 

Are you seeking a safer work environment as a Plant Maintenance Technician? Is your family’s financial security important to you? Aspiring to advance in your Plant Maintenance Technician career? Searching for a company that prioritizes its employees' well-being? If this speaks to you, then WM might be the place for your next career move. 

Career progression, stability for your family, and a safe environment to work. That’s what you get as a Plant Maintenance Technician at WM – and more. 

Preferred Candidates Will Have: 

Experience with Conveyor belts, Millwright experience, Agricultural machinery maintenance - or similar relatable skills 

Waste Industry or Recycling Maintenance Experience is a Plus

Shift: M-F 12:00PM-830PM 

Starting Pay: $27hr + based off experience
I. Job Summary

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 and bearings. 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. This position generally reports to the Plant Maintenance Manager.

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 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 and building equipment.

  • Maintains DEI (Daily Equipment Inspections) backlog.

  • Establishes and adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules and advises Sr. Plant Maintenance Manager if additional work is needed, or cannot be completed within the Standard Repair Times (SRTs).

  • Inspects the quality of third party repairs and or rebuilds.

  • Recommends measures to improve production, equipment performance and product quality

  • Ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities.

  • Performs service calls for emergency breakdowns.

  • Ability to perform under limited supervision.

  • Requires a flexible work schedule, which may include nights and weekends to support operating schedule and the needs of the facility.

  • Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate/OSHA Standards and performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.


III. Qualifications 

A. Required Qualifications 
 

  • 2 years of relevant experience

  • Must be at least 18 years of age

  • Legally eligible to work in the United States.

  • Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

  • Successfully complete pre-employment screening, including drug screen and physical.


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

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.

ABOUT WM

WM (WM.com) is North America's leading provider of comprehensive environmental solutions. Previously known as Waste Management and based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of residential, commercial, industrial, medical and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and Canada. With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics and renewable energy, WM provides environmental solutions to and collaborates with its customers in helping them pursue their sustainability goals. WM has the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest recycler of post‑consumer materials and is a leader in beneficial use of landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the most landfill gas‑to‑electricity plants in North America. WM’s fleet includes more than 12,000 natural gas trucks – the largest heavy‑duty natural gas truck fleet in the industry in North America. Healthcare Solutions provides collection and disposal services of regulated medical waste, as well as secure information destruction services, in the U.S., Canada and Western Europe. To learn more about WM and the company’s sustainability progress and solutions, visit Sustainability.WM.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity

For United States:  WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

For Canada:  WM is committed to the principle of equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation.

Real ID

In order to travel by air or access federal property, federal law requires individuals have a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative. This position may require the successful candidate to travel by air for business reasons or service federal property. Accordingly, successful candidates must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID or TSA‑approved alternative.

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The listed salary for this Industrial Maintenance Technician -Benefits Day 1 position at WM is USD 27+. This is an Full time role.
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This Industrial Maintenance Technician -Benefits Day 1 role at WM is based in Kansas City, KS, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
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This Industrial Maintenance Technician -Benefits Day 1 position at WM was posted on Jul 6, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Industrial Maintenance Technician -Benefits Day 1
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