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I. Job Summary

The Biosolids Processing Facility accepts biosolids (aka municipal sludge) from municipal wastewater treatment plants and dries the material for safe landfill disposal and/or other uses. The Technical Operator will be required to operate and maintain specialized equipment such as cranes, conveyors, pumps, dryers and air handling and treatment equipment. This position reports to the Biosolids Processing Facility Manager. This position is responsible for daily operations of the biosolids processing facility. Objectives include maximizing production, while ensuring safe work practices, environmental compliance, timely maintenance, compliance with contracts, and daily coordination with associated transportation and landfill management and operations. This role acts as a lead plant operator and is available whenever necessary to meet the objectives of the role and the needs of the facility, including nights, holidays and weekends.

The hours and location you’ll work in as a Biosolids Technician III with WM:

+ Monday - Friday 7AM - 4PM

+ Saturday & Evening as needed

+ We’re committed to offering you stable hours for the financial security and work life balance you need.

+ The normal setting for this job is our waste disposal site in Norridgewock, ME

The pay and benefits you’ll get as a Biosolids Technician III:

+ Starting salary of depending on experience

+ Stable hours for your financial stability

+ Access to a stock purchase plan

+ Comprehensive healthcare coverage including dental, vision and prescription coverage.

+ We are Committed to Growth: Annual Education Assistance Benefit available for team members

+ Company-matched 401(k)

+ Adoption assistance and parent support

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

+ The Technical Operator will perform intermediate to advanced level equipment repair, maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting.

+ Capture data and evaluate course of action for optimized plant performance, while operating within identified budgets. This position also has strict requirements for safety and environmental compliance along with standard operating procedures.

+ Must be an engaged employee with the ability to organize and manage small to large scale plant outages and projects, with attention to detail of organizational and record keeping of all maintenance reports, electricity use, inbound waste management and outbound product/condensate management.

+ Operate and maintain advanced instrumentation and process control systems

+ Operate and maintain rolling stock such as forklift, skid steer or loader.

+ Supports the coordination and on-site oversight of 3rd party vendors or customers for scheduled plant maintenance, unscheduled down time, compliance, and associated landfill operations coordination.

+ Communicates and coordinates with the on-site WMRE Operations Manager to ensure a consistent supply of electricity.

+ Inspects plant machinery and equipment. Repairs, maintains, and services all equipment in accordance with the facility Standard Operating Procedures, equipment maintenance manuals, and WMRE policies and training. Must also be knowledgeable to handle non-routine repairs or issues that may arise and require sound, immediate judgment without direct supervision.

+ Implements WM safety policies and practices for all work activities, and ensures these practices are followed by other WM staff, vendors, contractors, and visitors entering the facility.

+ Completes all mandatory training activities for both safety and operational training as assigned by supervisor.

+ Supports the procurement of facility supplies and replacement equipment in an efficient manner by identifying needs in advance, managing vendors, and working within WM guidelines and the facility budget.

+ Promptly responds to call-outs of plant shutdowns during non-business hours to identify the cause of the shutdown and rectify/diagnose through appropriate repairs or adjustments to return the plant to operation while consulting with the Facility Manager, local WMRE personnel and associated landfill operations management (as needed).

+ Supports the development of and maintenance of facility small tools and facility spare inventory.

+ Completes special assignments/tasks as required by Facility Manager or Landfill District Manager.

+ Able to work as a team and communicate clearly and professionally across different business units.

+ Ability to wear/operate assigned PPE and follow WM and WM Renewable Energy safety protocols and procedures.

+ Work on electrical systems, DC and AC low voltage, to troubleshoot and perform minor repairs.

+ Must be strong with basic computer skills used to communicate, document, and change operations settings for plant performance optimization.

III. Qualifications

Required Qualifications

+ High School Diploma or GED (accredited)

+ 5 years of relevant work experience in similar plant operations or plant maintenance environment

+ Driver's License Valid driver’s license may be required

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.

Frequently

+ Lifting > 50 lbs

+ Carrying > 50 lbs

+ Pushing > 50 lbs

+ Pulling > 50 lbs

+ Climbing

+ Stooping

+ Kneeling

+ Crouching

+ Reaching

+ Feeling

Constantly

+ Standing

+ Walking

+ Handling

+ Grasping

+ Talking

+ Hearing

+ Repetitive Motions

+ Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

Combination: This job operates in a mix between an office environment and plant/field

environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as

computers, phones, copy machines, etc.

If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click Apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran