Manager, Maintenance

*Stericycle is now part of WM!!! To learn more about WM's acquisition of Stericycle,** CLICK HERE ( **to read the press release!** **Union Represented Position** I. Job Summary Responsible for leading, developing and training the practice of Maintenance including all maintenance activities for RWCS non-incineration facilities. This includes both building and plant/transfer equipment based activities. Under minimum direction, the Manager Maintenance is responsible for all maintenance programs within less than five facilities. Oversees all maintenance personnel, including outside contractors, ensuring their compliance with established programs and procedures. Works with the operations management team to provide cost reduction opportunities, overall care of equipment, training on equipment operations. general housekeeping, and proper maintenance record keeping. Manages the execution of all equipment installation and maintenance functions including, but not limited to, scheduled preventative, corrective and emergency maintenance on all equipment within all facilities throughout the assigned locations. Follows safe workplace procedures and established best practices, including, but not limited to LOTO and electrical and/or mechanical safety in support of regulatory compliance (e.g. OSHA). II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities + Leading and Developing team of maintenance technicians in on-time and on-budget maintenance activities including preventative, corrective and breakdown maintenance. Leads direct reports. Responsible for all hiring, training and development. + Cost control of budgets – Responsibility for wage budgets for all maintenance team members. Responsible for working with operations leadership on managing overall cost budgets for all parts and maintenance repair costs. + Tracks equipment history and drives improvement utilizing SAP PM system, executes PM practices, works with maintenance technicians to plan and schedule routine outages for inspection and routine maintenance, reviews equipment malfunctions, identifies root cause, and develops corrective action plans. + Project Management of Plant Improvements – Responsible for executing small-scale capital improvements within location. This involves partnering with the local operations team, regulatory and compliance and outside partners to ensure projects are delivered on-time, on-budget and to designed specifications. + Conduct predictive analysis of all process systems and equipment periodically. Identify equipment malfunctions, generate work orders, determine proper repair procedures, and assign appropriate personnel to accomplish the task. Document results based on schedule and priority in SAP PM + Vigorously support Stericycle’s commitment to safety and support all policies and procedures as established within policy and procedure manuals in addition to Stericycle Safety Programs + Using 3-phase theory and wiring techniques, manage troubleshooting, replacement of components and wiring of electric motors, as necessary + Read electrical schematics for control systems and be familiar with equipment for wire tracing. Ensure that wiring boxes are always neat and tidy + Purchase the components, and manage the installation, of simple conduit runs including mounting small control boxes or disconnects, as well as flex conduit + Perform and Manage the troubleshooting and repairs of general air pneumatics, including air compressor operation and maintenance, regulator E replacement, solenoid valve replacement, 2-way and 3-way valve replacement, pneumatic pump repair, tubing installation, and general system troubleshooting + Perform and Manage the maintenance of hydraulic systems including cylinder seal repair, cylinder replacement, bushing replacements (usually by outside machine shop), hose crimper operation (includes matching hose to fitting), fluid maintenance including filter change out, hydraulic pump replacement, valve stack repair and maintenance, fitting specification, and general troubleshooting and adjustments + Perform and Manage the proper use of power tools including power drills, chop saws, reciprocating saws, grinders, and pneumatic hammers. Manage the activities of a welder to fuse carbon steel and perform repairs, weld stainless steel or higher alloys or operate a TIG Welder + Perform and Manage the installation of PVC piping up to 6” as well as threaded steel pipe to 2” and soldered copper + Perform other duties and responsibilities, as assigned III. Qualifications B. Preferred Qualifications ----------------------------------------------- + Drivers License Required + Black Seal Boilers License Preferred + Five or more years of relevant management and technical experience required, demonstrating the ability to manage groups of remote team members. + Must have leadership experience in a multi-site setting. + Must be able to complete hands on preventative, corrective and breakdown maintenance. + Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook and ability to learn computerized maintenance management systems. + Demonstrates strong business vocabulary, grammar, and communication skills. + Demonstrates the ability to present ideas and information in a clear, concise, organized and diplomatic manner; listen to others to respond effectively to ideas and questions. + Deals openly and honestly with people in all levels of the organization while building credibility and maintaining trust. + Demonstrates the ability to be a self-starter who can utilize strong problem solving skills to generate creative solutions to complex issues. + Demonstrates the ability to identify specific activities required to accomplish objectives, rank them in order of importance, and coordinate and take action to achieve desired results. Prioritize multiple activities and projects. + Demonstrates the ability to interact and participate effectively in a team environment; actively listen, confront issues and provide feedback to others on the team as well as internal and external customers, in a courteous and timely manner. + Demonstrates the ability to function independently; resolve problems without direction. 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. + Lifting + Carrying + Pushing + Pulling + Climbing + Stooping + Kneeling + Crouching + Reaching + Feeling + Standing + Walking + Handling + Grasping + Talking + Hearing + Repetitive Motions + Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Field: This job operates in both inside garage, shop or gas plant conditions as well as in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity. The expected base pay range for this on-site position is $77k - $120k DOE . This range represents a good width estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location. V. Benefits At WM, 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. If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click Apply. Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Created: 2026-03-26