MRF Equipment Maintenance Technician 2nd Shif

MRF Equipment Maintenance Technician

This position is responsible for performing equipment cleaning tasks on the processing machinery; assisting the Shift Mechanic in carrying out the routine duties of preventive maintenance, and inspection tasks along with occasional equipment repairs on the processing equipment, rolling stock, and facility systems of the Materials Recycling Facility, when needed. Shift hours are Monday through Friday 3pm to 11:30pm and potentially every other Saturday 6am to 12pm.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Cleans accumulated contaminants from screening/sorting/baling machinery.
• Cleans processing equipment conveyor drip pans.
• Removes collected piles of debris from facility both manually and with equipment.
• Pumps liquid from baler pits and remove accumulated debris.
• Replaces screening machine stars.
• Performs pressure wash rolling stock and plant equipment.
• Uses high velocity air or vacuum to remove dust from equipment and structures.
• Cleans and organizes workshop and storage areas.
• Assists with snow removal.
• Performs preventive maintenance including machine lubrication, including greasing bearings and chain oiling.
• Assists with the maintenance, installation, and repair of conveyor belts, including belt tracking and splice replacement.
• Conducts daily, weekly and monthly facility safety and maintenance inspections.
• Paints facility equipment and structures.
• Accurately completes equipment inspection reports and repair orders.
• Adheres to all OSHA regulations and MRF safety policies and practices; immediately reports all incidents, injuries and emergencies to the Supervisor.
• Performs all work in a safe manner and wear proper Personal Protective Equipment at all times.
• Perform any additional tasks required or assigned by the MRF Operations Manager or designee.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certificates, licenses and registrations required: Acquire the following within 180 days of hire date:
• Forklift operation certification, completed on site.
• Aerial lift operation certification, completed on site.
• OSHA 30-hour certification, completed on site.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Other skills required:
• Minimum 6 months experience in continuous process manufacturing or assembly operation.
• Must be able to speak English. The level of English language comprehension must be sufficient and understand written and verbal work directives, various equipment technical manuals and documents and the generation of written repair orders.
• Bilingual Spanish speaking ability is a plus.
• Becomes familiar with and strictly adhere to OSHA requirements and the Plant's Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) relative to plant equipment, personnel safety, plant rolling stock operations, fire prevention and general safety in an industrial environment.
• Ability to work overtime as needed with minimal advance notification. This includes remaining on the job and reporting to work outside of the normal scheduled work hours and working on Saturday.
• Able to work individually and /or as part of a team.

Competencies:

1. Ethics/Integrity - Reliable in carrying out instructions and performing assignments. Willing to take on responsibilities and be accountable. Treats others with dignity and respect. Works to prevent accidents, injuries, and theft. Lives up to commitments. Is honest is all dealings.
2. Dependability/Reliability - Sets and observes own priorities for best use of time and meets deadlines. Adequately prepares equipment and work area to perform daily tasks. Completes required inspections of equipment and reports issues timely. Observes safety rules and practices. Aware of surroundings and diligent in keeping a safe working environment. Readily reports incidents and near misses. Engages in good housekeeping practices and takes proper care of equipment and tools.
3. Productivity - Understands work methods, practices, and techniques, and is proficient. Understands tasks or projects and plans and organizes work to be more efficient. Consistently maximizes productivity without sacrificing quality. Is attentive to details of assignments and surroundings. Works independently, without the need for close supervision. Anticipates needs and seeks additional tasks as time permits.
4. Initiative - Observes assigned work hours, breaks, and punches. Demonstrates regular and punctual attendance on a consistent basis. Meets commitments to working overtime. Asks questions when needed. Perseveres in the face of obstacles. Challenges oneself to improve. Challenges the status quo and volunteers recommendations based on sound logic. Takes action, seeks new opportunities, strives to see projects to completion.
5. Teamwork - Accountable to team, works to meet established deliverables, appreciates view of team members, respectful. Works well with both peers and supervisors towards common business goals. Maintains composure and performs appropriately under pressure. Flexible and adaptive team player. Contributes toward achieving group goals. Collaborates with others in problem solving. Demonstrates positive behaviors.
6. Customer Service - (Internal and External) Understands customer requirements, expectations, and needs. responds appropriately and timely. Treats all customers uniformly and consistently with respect and honesty. Clearly and tactfully communicates with customers, supervisors and peers. Looks for ways to provide more value to customers and improves processes. Works well with customers, promotes a positive image of the company, strives to solve issues raised by customers.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Frequently required to stand.
• Frequently required to walk.
• Frequently required to sit.
• Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
• Frequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl.
• Frequently required to talk or hear.
• Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts.
• Occasionally works in high, precarious places.
• Continually exposed to outside weather conditions.
• Occasionally exposed to extreme heat or cold (non-weather).
• While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
• The employee must continually lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision; distance vision; peripheral vision; depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Additional remarks regarding work environment: Performing tasks in awkward locations; pulling/pushing; remain in a standing position for extended period of time; work in small, cramped areas, work at heights of up to 45 feet.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.