Maintenance Technician

Company Description

Veolia has acquired Clean Earth. As Clean Earth completes its integration into Veolia, recruiting and hiring for this role is being managed in partnership with the Clean Earth talent acquisition team.

Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.

Job Description

Under the supervision of the Plant General Manager, the Maintenance Technician, will work to preserve the condition and operational readiness of our facility in Kansas City, MO. This will include conducting diagnostic assessments, scheduling and performing repairs and maintenance on all plant equipment.  This is a physically active role requiring the ability to maneuver around heavy equipment including bending, climbing, crawling, manual dexterity, and frequently lifting and carrying objects weighing approximately 40 pounds. Under the supervision of the Plant General Manager, the Maintenance Technician, will work to preserve the condition and operational readiness of our facility in Kansas City, MO. This will include conducting diagnostic assessments, scheduling and performing repairs and maintenance on all plant equipment.  This is a physically active role requiring the ability to maneuver around heavy equipment including bending, climbing, crawling, manual dexterity, and frequently lifting and carrying objects weighing approximately 40 pounds.

Primary Responsibilities (Essential Functions):

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on conveyors, HVAC, roofing and other related items around the location
• conducting diagnostic assessments, scheduling and performing repairs and maintenance on all plant equipment. 
• Perform tasks for the upkeep of buildings and grounds
• Utilize carpentry, plumbing, electrical and mechanical skills for minor repairs
• Perform preventive maintenance of pumps and motors
• Ability to read manuals to assist in repairs
• Always maintain a clean and pristine work area
• Develop preventative maintenance procedures, document completed work orders and perform other assignments to ensure a safe, clean healthy and efficient facility.
• Perform other reasonably related tasks as assigned by management.

Work Environment:

• Required to wear company-provided personal protective equipment including eye protection, foot protection, hard hat, Tyvek coveralls, and respirator. 

• Ability to maneuver around heavy equipment including bending, climbing, crawling, manual dexterity, and occasionally lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds.   

• Must be able to pass a DEA background check when relevant. 

• Must be willing and able to abide by Clean Earth’s Core Values and Code of Conduct. 

Qualifications

Basic Requirements: 

• High School diploma or GED
• Experience 2+ years in maintenance related field
• Must pass physical, drug test and background check
• Understanding of safety, lockout/tagout, and compliance protocols

Preferred Requirements: 

• Certification or license in boiler, welding or electrical field
• Associate Degree from a two-year college or technical school in related field
• Knowledge of hazardous materials handling and OSHA training
• A strong knowledge of electrical, carpentry and plumbing
• Ability to communicate fluently in English

Additional Information

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, commencing no later than January 1, 2027, benefits package will include participation in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law