Plant Maintenance Supervisor - Recycling

  • WM
  • Minneapolis, Minnesota
  • Full Time
WM, a Fortune 250 company, is the leading provider of comprehensive waste and environmental services in North America. We are strongly committed to a foundation of operating excellence, professionalism and financial strength. WM serves nearly 25 million customers in residential, commercial, industrial and municipal markets throughout North America through a network of collection operations, transfer stations, landfills, recycling facilities and waste-based energy production projects.

**I. Job Summary**

Plans, directs and controls the efforts of the Maintenance Department to maintain plant equipment and facilities commensurate with good engineering practices.

**II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities**

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.

+ Manages the preventive maintenance program and maintenance of equipment and facilities.

+ Develops, maintains and administers an organization qualified to maintain all equipment and facilities in a safe and efficient working condition. Executes an effective preventive maintenance program to minimize unscheduled down time.

+ Maintains all operating equipment in satisfactory condition. Schedules needed repair to have minimum interference.

+ Consults with other departments regarding desirable modifications of existing equipment and facilities and the possible replacement of existing equipment which will improve operations and reduce maintenance costs.

+ May coordinates the efficient operation of facilities with project engineers.

+ Coordinates and oversees the efficient maintenance of all plant transportation equipment.

+ Analyzes cost studies equipment in the department designed to secure reduced operating costs. Makes recommendations thereon to the Plant Manager.

+ Develops objectives and standards of performance for projects within the Maintenance Department required to meet departmental, divisional and corporate goals and objectives.

+ Plans and provides for an adequate supply and ensures control over spare parts and maintenance supplies.

+ Provides leadership and maintenance training to MRF Maintenance Technicians

+ Ensures Preventative inspections and Corrective repairs meet or exceed the company standards

**III. Supervisory Responsibilities**

The highest level of supervisory skills required in this job is the management of supervisory employees. This includes:

+ Direct supervision of 13 full-time employees, including technicians and assistant technicians

**IV. Qualifications**

The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.

A. Education and Experience

+ Education: High School Diploma or G.E.D. (accredited)

+ Experience: Four (4) years of relevant work experience (in addition to education requirement)

B. Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required

+ Maintenance and repairs skills, and supervisory experience may be required.

+ Must be willing to work as necessary (including weekends) to ensure the highest level of confidence of system operational availability

C. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Preferred

+ Experience with bearings, drives, and motors preferred

**Benefits**

At Waste Management, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

_The expected salary range for this position is $65,780 - $94,495 per year. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidates relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location. In addition, this position is eligible for incentive pay._

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Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
Job ID: 484090705
Originally Posted on: 7/4/2025

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