Assistant Industrial Maintenance Technician – 3rd Shift

Assistant Plant Maintenance Technician helping maintain plant operations and equipment at WM. Handling preventive maintenance and emergency repairs in a safe work environment to ensure operational stability.

Posted 7/11/2026full-timeFort Worth • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $21 - $24 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in preventive maintenance, equipment repair, and safety compliance, ensuring optimal plant operations and adherence to OSHA standards. Capable of managing multiple priorities and performing under limited supervision while maintaining high performance standards.

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Preventive Maintenance InspectionsEquipment Repair and RebuildOSHA ComplianceMultitasking and PrioritizationEmergency Breakdown Response

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Hard Skills

Balers MaintenanceConveyor Systems RepairHydraulic Power PacksElectrical MotorsCompressorsForklift OperationPumps MaintenanceQuality InspectionStandard Repair Times (SRTs)Safety Procedures

Soft Skills

FlexibilityEfficiencyLimited Supervision

Tools & Technologies

Eddy CurrentsElectro-Magnetic BeltsOptical SortersDivertersTrash CompactorsGlass BreakersWire Tie SystemsFansFront-End LoadersBuilding Equipment

Industry Keywords

Corporate StandardsWaste Management SafetyLife Critical RulesDaily Equipment Inspections (DEI)Production Schedules

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Each day, you'll play a key role in keeping our plant running at its best, maintaining everything from balers and conveyor belts to gearboxes, electrical motors, pulleys, shafts, and bearings.
Conduct preventive maintenance inspections (PM) and diagnose, repair, and rebuild major equipment and components, including 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.
Maintain the Daily Equipment Inspections (DEI) backlog.
Adjust work procedures to meet production schedules and inform the Sr. Plant Maintenance Manager if additional work is needed or cannot be completed within Standard Repair Times (SRTs).
Inspect the quality of third-party repairs and rebuilds.
Recommend improvements to enhance production, equipment performance, and product quality.
Multitask and manage multiple priorities with efficiency.
Respond to emergency breakdown service calls.
Perform work with limited supervision while maintaining high standards of performance.
Be flexible with your work schedule, which may include nights and weekends to meet operational needs.
Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate/OSHA standards and ensure all work is completed according to safety procedures.
Perform repairs in line with Waste Management Safety, Life Critical Rules, and OSHA requirements.

Requirements

What you’ll need

1 years of relevant work experience
Be over 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 and pass pre-employment drug screen and physical.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Pay Rate will start at $21.00 -$24.00 per hour depending on experience
Shift differential of $1.00
Stable hours for your financial stability
Uniforms and PPE provided
Extensive paid training opportunities
A fun and engaging work environment with clear career progression opportunities
Comprehensive healthcare coverage including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
Stock Purchase Plan, Pension, and more