Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician

The Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician’s role is to support the reliability and performance of recycling and processing equipment. This role is responsible for performing preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to ensure safe and efficient plant operations. The ideal candidate is hands on, proactive, and experienced in industrial maintenance within a manufacturing or recycling environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform preventive maintenance on shredders, grinders, conveyors, balers, extrusion systems, and related processing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems including gearboxes, bearings, chains, belts, pumps, and motors.
• Diagnose and repair electrical systems up to 480V, including motors, VFDs, PLC-controlled systems, and control panels.
• Interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Perform welding and fabrication (MIG, TIG, Stick) as needed.
• Maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems including cylinders, valves, and compressors.
• Support installation and commissioning of new equipment and upgrades.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to reduce downtime.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety standards, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Document maintenance activities.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas in accordance with plant housekeeping standards.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives to increase equipment reliability and operational efficiency.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required; Technical or Trade School certification preferred.
• 3–5+ years of industrial maintenance experience in manufacturing, plastics, recycling, or related industry.
• Experience in plastics processing or recycling operations is preferred.

Technical Skills:

• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of PLC troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley preferred).
• Experience with VFDs and motor controls.
• Welding and light fabrication experience.
• Understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to use precision measurement tools.

Other Requirements:

• Ability to work flexible schedules, including overtime or weekends as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in an industrial environment (heat, dust, noise).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Self-motivated with a strong safety mindset.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance - company paid and voluntary
• 401(k) with company matching
• Employee assistance program
• Disability - company paid