MRF Equipment Maintenance Technician 2nd Shif in Johnston, Rhode Island at RI Resource Recovery Corp

JOB TITLE: MRF Equipment Maintenance Technician

SHIFT: 2nd Shift

DEPARTMENT: MRF Operations

REPORTS TO: MRF Operations Manager

EFFECTIVE DATE: 5/28/2026

SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for performing equipment cleaning tasks on the processing machinery; assisting the Shift Mechanic in carrying out the routine duties of preventive maintenance, and inspection tasks along with occasional equipment repairs on the processing equipment, rolling stock, and facility systems of the Materials Recycling Facility, when needed. Shift hours are Monday through Friday 3pm to 11:30pm and potentially every other Saturday 6am to 12pm.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Cleans accumulated contaminants from screening/sorting/baling machinery.
• Cleans processing equipment conveyor drip pans.
• Removes collected piles of debris from facility both manually and with equipment.
• Pumps liquid from baler pits and remove accumulated debris.
• Replaces screening machine stars.
• Performs Pressure wash rolling stock and plant equipment.
• Uses high velocity air or vacuum to remove dust from equipment and structures.
• Cleans and organizes workshop and storage areas.
• Assists with snow removal.
• Performs preventive maintenance including machine lubrication, including greasing bearings and chain oiling.
• Assists with the maintenance, installation, and repair of conveyor belts, including belt tracking and splice replacement.
• Conducts daily, weekly and monthly facility safety and maintenance inspections.
• Paints facility equipment and structures.
• Accurately completes equipment inspection reports and repair orders.
• Adheres to all OSHA regulations and MRF safety policies and practices; immediately reports all incidents, injuries and emergencies to the Supervisor.
• Performs all work in a safe manner and wear proper Personal Protective Equipment at all times.
• Perform any additional tasks required or assigned by the MRF Operations Manager or designee.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

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PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Frequently required to stand.
• Frequently required to walk.
• Frequently required to sit.
• Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
• Frequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl.
• Frequently required to talk or hear.
• Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts.
• Occasionally works in high, precarious places.
• Continually exposed to outside weather conditions.
• Occasionally exposed to extreme heat or cold (non-weather).
• While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
• The employee must continually lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision; distance vision; peripheral vision; depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Additional remarks regarding work environment:
  • Performing tasks in awkward locations; pulling/pushing; remain in a standing position for extended period of time; work in small, cramped areas, work at heights of up to 45 feet.
• Specialized equipment, machines, or vehicles.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.