Industrial Service Technician

Rumpke is a family-owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people.

When you join Rumpke, you'll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more.

This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!

Industrial Service Technicians are responsible for performing repair and maintenance on containers and/or the vehicle fleet. This position routinely requires moderate to extreme physical exertion and may require prolonged standing, bending, kneeling, squatting, and working in awkward positions.

Responsibilities of Position:

• Perform grinding, cutting, welding and other fabrication or repair work on company containers, compactors, and other equipment in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies.
• Performs related work such as flame cutting, bending, forming, beveling, notching of metal and plastic parts.
• Performs on-site repairs at customer locations including hydraulic and electrical work.
• Perform detail inspections and preventative maintenance on compactors, containers, and equipment.
• Cut, weld, and grind steel components using a plasma cutter, torch, and Mig and Arc welding equipment.
• Bends steel components using a break and shear.
• Fabricates steel components on compactors and containers.
• Utilizes standard shop hand tools, measuring devices, and equipment.
• Trouble shoot electrical components and able to run electrical conduit/wire according to code.
• Complete welding and painting at customer location.
• Completes safety checks on containers, compactors, and trouble shooting of equipment both electrical and hydraulic.
• Completes required paperwork utilizing computer system.
• Ensure all safety devices are in good working order.
• Operate CMV vehicle in accordance to DOT.
• Travel to customer sites for repairs and follow up.
• Work with management on scheduling work.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by performing and communicating in a manner that promotes good relationships with customers, clients, co-workers, and management.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with Company and OSHA standards.
• May assist in other projects or areas of the shop as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills & Abilities Needed for Position:

• Basic electrical knowledge.
• Familiarity with using a computer.
• Excellent welding and mechanical aptitude.
• Knowledge of MIG/ARC and stick welding.
• Cutting torch skills; ability to use plasma cutter.
• Knowledge of small shop tools.
• Ability to operate a forklift safely.
• Proficient in the use and interpretation of installation diagrams and troubleshooting manuals.
• Familiar with the use of schematics, wiring diagrams, and related troubleshooting guides pertaining to commercial hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Good written and verbal communication skills to be able to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers.

Additional Working Conditions/Aspects:

• Must have a valid DOT Medical Card or able to obtain prior to hire.
• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• No more than 3 moving violations within the last 2 years.
• Must not have any DUI's or OVI's within the last 5 years or 2 in the last 10 years.
• Possible exposure to high traffic conditions and/or tight driving areas.
• Exposure to residential and commercial waste.
• Ability to travel between offices, as required.
• Ability to work flexible hours; overtime, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends and/or holidays.
• Must be available for 24-hour emergency calls.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Valid driver's license (if applicable).
• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing.
• Must be able to read and speak the English language.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish a contract for employment and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.


Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpke's policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.

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