Container/Compactor Technician - First Shift

Waste Management

West Babylon, NYOn-siteFull time
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Pay
$28 to $32
an hour
Location
West Babylon, NY
Work style
On-site
Job type
Full time
Posted
Oct 9
11 days ago
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About the company

Waste Management

Environmental services · 10,001+ employees

We Are Always Working For A Sustainable Tomorrow®: Our mission is to leave the world a better place than we found it by helping its inhabitants find purpose in becoming its caretakers.

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What you'll do

  • Must have general welding, electrical and hydraulic skills and must be able to fabricate metal on site as needed; must also be able to read electrical and hydraulic schematics.
  • Performs routinely scheduled services to the refuse compactor at the customer's locations. Inspects, greases, changes/filters hydraulic oil, and changes filters on the refuse compactors. Adds hydraulic oil as needed.
  • Checks the units for stress cracks and other safety hazards.
  • Checks the electrical connections, replaces the circuits, solenoids and pressure switches and repairs wiring as needed.
  • Operates the units, checks the pressure with a gauge and adjusts the cycle speed as needed.
  • Installs and replaces total units.
  • Uses a hammer drill to anchor the units and mount the guard rails.
  • Fabricates hopper, shoots, platforms, steps and handrails.
  • Tests, diagnoses and repairs hydraulic hoses and systems.
  • Performs service calls to make site repairs.
  • Repairs products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling parts using a cutting torch, porta-power, sledge hammer, and hand tools.
  • Maneuvers the service truck safely to and from the service location.
  • Instructs site personnel on the proper operational procedures and has a safety standard sheet signed by the site supervisor.
  • 2 years of previous experience
  • High School Diploma or GED (accredited)

What you need

  • Requires 2 years of previous experience.
  • A high school diploma or GED (accredited) is preferred.
  • Education: a high school diploma

Key skills

general weldingelectrical skillshydraulic skillsfabricate metal

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Perks

  • Boot Allowance
  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • life insurance
  • short-term disability
  • stock purchase plan
  • company matching on a 401(k)

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Pay Range: $28-$32 per hour depending on experience Shift: 6:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday to Friday Boot Allowance: $150 voucher per year What is the value of a WM Job? At WM we know that the value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. It's a way to create opportunities for you and your family. This is why we are constantly working to make WM a great place to work and grow a career. We Are Always Working For A Sustainable Tomorrow®: Our mission is to leave the world a better place than we found it by helping its inhabitants find purpose in becoming its caretakers. We Are People First: The members of the WM family are the foundation for our success. We foster an environment where all teammates feel welcomed, valued and seen. We Are Committed to Your Growth : Your Tomorrow Education Assistance Program, paid on-the-job training, and established career progression. We Are Stable: From the front line to the corporate offices, our team members perform essential and meaningful work. We Are a Family: At WM we are over 60,000 people - from many places and many backgrounds, and it is our amazing differences that make us stronger. We Are Investing in You: Amazing Medical, Dental & Vision, 401K with match, discounted stock options, dependent day care, and more! Ready to roll with us? Click Apply to join the WM team today I. Job Summary Installs, services, and repairs refuse compactors at the customer's location. II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Must have general welding, electrical and hydraulic skills and must be able to fabricate metal on site as needed; must also be able to read electrical and hydraulic schematics. Performs routinely scheduled services to the refuse compactor at the customer's locations. Inspects, greases, changes/filters hydraulic oil, and changes filters on the refuse compactors. Adds hydraulic oil as needed. Checks the units for stress cracks and other safety hazards. Checks the electrical connections, replaces the circuits, solenoids and pressure switches and repairs wiring as needed. Operates the units, checks the pressure with a gauge and adjusts the cycle speed as needed. Installs and replaces total units. Uses a hammer drill to anchor the units and mount the guard rails. Fabricates hopper, shoots, platforms, steps and handrails. Tests, diagnoses and repairs hydraulic hoses and systems. Performs service calls to make site repairs. Repairs products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling parts using a cutting torch, porta-power, sledge hammer, and hand tools. Maneuvers the service truck safely to and from the service location. Instructs site personnel on the proper operational procedures and has a safety standard sheet signed by the site supervisor. III. Qualifications A. Required Qualifications 2 years of previous experience B. Preferred Qualifications High School Diploma or GED (accredited) IV. Physical Requirements Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. ☒ Field: This job operates in both inside garage, shop or gas plant conditions as well as in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity. This role is designated as safety sensitive and will require the successful candidate to strictly comply with all safety rules and protocols. As part of the ongoing employment requirements, the successful candidate may be subject to drug and alcohol testing—including pre‑employment screening, post‑incident evaluations, reasonable suspicion checks, and random testing—in accordance with government regulations and company policies. Pay : The expected base pay range for this on-site position is $28- $32 per hour depending on experience. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location. V. Benefits At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site. If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click Apply.

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