Facility Maintenance Technician

As a Facility Maintenance Technician at our site your focus will be providing general building maintenance. Main duties involve responding to maintenance requests, performing general regular maintenance duties, and attending to virtually all parts of the building in question, including the flooring, ceiling, walls, and systems like HVAC, plumbing, and electrical wiring.

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible to assist with the operation troubleshooting, diagnostics, housekeeping, and repairs on commercial buildings, industrial systems, grounds, and maintenance equipment for assigned properties/facilities

• Assist with troubleshooting and repairs of buildings and installed systems to include: packaging and handling machinery, plumbing systems, kitchen equipment, roofs, drains, shop, grounds equipment, and HVAC

• Clean, lubricate, and service a wide variety of pumps, valves, pneumatic controls, electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic devices

• Replace and repair building finishes such as ceiling tiles, door hardware, wall paper, and can paint walls, piping, floors and equipment

• Troubleshoot, evaluate, and make recommendations to upgrade maintenance operations and/or implement savings opportunities

• Possess competent knowledge of the use and care of tools and equipment used in facility and ground maintenance

• Inspect buildings, grounds, and equipment for unsafe or malfunctioning conditions, preventative maintenance.

• Maintain and operate fire and life safety systems such as; Fire alarm systems, fire pumps and related fire protection system equipment as assigned

What we need from you:

• Previous facility, mechanical, or industrial maintenance experience preferred.

• Ability to safely use hand tools and power tools.

• Comfort working around heavy equipment and in an active industrial environment.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in variable weather and environmental conditions.

• Strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and communication.

• Reliable attendance and willingness to learn and grow within the company.

What you’ll get from us:

• Competitive Compensation

• 401(K) with company match; let us help you save for your future

• Healthcare; Medical, Dental, Vision

• Perks, perks, perks!  Employee Assistance Mental Health Program, Emergency Travel Assistance, Prepaid Legal Plan, Scholarship Opportunities for kids, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Relief Fund

• Insurance: Life, Short Term/Long Term Disability

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.