Facilities Maintenance Technician - Rumpke : Job Details

Rumpke is a family owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people.When you join Rumpke, you'll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more.This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!Facilities Maintenance Technicians are responsible for small repairs on customer or private property, resulting from the actions of Rumpke collection vehicles, along with routine maintenance and repairs of company owned/operated facilities. This position performs trash enclosure repairs of wooden or masonry construction, improvements, and installation of equipment to mitigate future damage, basic landscape repairs, mailbox repairs/replacements and other repairs within the scope of their abilities. This position is also responsible for documenting pre-existing damage on new customer site-checks, proposes and performs repairs or improvements to enclosures and oversees 3rd party repairs, as needed, to ensure scope of work is appropriate.Days: Monday - Friday Hours: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm Responsibilities of Position:

• Perform skilled construction, maintenance, and repair on customer or Company property, buildings, and equipment in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies.
• Perform basic landscaping to include but not limited to mowing and edging lawns, prune trees and shrubs, landscaping, planting, mulching, weeding, trimming, and watering plants, etc.
• Perform preventive maintenance per schedule or as directed.
• Assist in minor repairs of plumbing, electrical and HVAC as needed.
• Operate various hand-held manual, electrical and gas-powered tools, and equipment.
• Perform calculations (i.e., mixing proportions, measuring angles and distances, calculating square feet, etc.)
• Maintain and ensure the safe operating condition of assigned equipment and tools according to company policy and OSHA.
• Recognize and propose repairs on any detected deterioration which could lead to further damage to the customer's property or Rumpke equipment or personnel.
• Snow removal and salt application to driveways, walkways, and parking from Rumpke facilities.
• Assist with the planning, estimating, and coordination of more complex tasks.
• Assist in supporting the safety and physical integrity of property, structures, facilities, and equipment.
• Professional interaction with internal and external customers.
• Applies for and obtains permits for building projects as required.
• Maintain accurate records (work orders, materials/supplies usage, cost estimates, labor time, maintenance logs, etc.).
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills & Abilities Needed for Position:

• OSHA 30 hour, chainsaw, fork truck, skid loader, boom lifts, small engine/mower, fall protection/gear. All training and in house certifications will be provided by Rumpke.
• Knowledge of construction, masonry, plumbing and electrical maintenance and repair.
• Knowledge and experience with grounds maintenance.
• Operation of basic hand tools.
• Experience working with various hand tools and equipment.
• Knowledge and experience with grounds maintenance.
• Ability to safely perform maintenance and repair.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Must be able to read and speak the English language well enough to communicate, understand, and respond to questions, instructions.

Physical Requirements in a Regular workday:

• Frequently lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 50lbs. Occasionally up to 100lbs.
• Continuously working outside in changing temperature, wet/humid conditions.
• Continuously working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, other airborne matter.
• Occasionally Climbing and/or balancing.
• Frequently sitting/standing/walking, stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling.

Additional Working Conditions/Aspects:

• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• No more than 3 moving violations within the last 2 years.
• Must not have any DUI's or OVI's within the last 5 years or 2 in the last 10 years.
• Possible exposure to high traffic conditions and/or tight driving areas.
• Exposure to residential and commercial waste.
• Ability to travel between offices, as required.
• Ability to work flexible hours; overtime, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends and/or holidays.
• Must be available for 24-hour emergency calls.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Valid driver's license (if applicable).
• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish a contract for employment and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpke's policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)