Are you passionate about sustainability and ready to drive change? LJP Waste Solutions is a zero-landfill environmental services company on a mission to revolutionize the waste industry through innovative recycling, waste-to-energy solutions, and sustainable environmental practices, and we want YOU to be a part of it.
Since 1993, LJP has helped large manufacturing companies achieve their sustainability goals by providing innovative commercial waste and recycling solutions. Through our waste evaluations, recycling processes, and waste-to-energy programs, we help customers reduce landfill waste, recover valuable resources, and convert non-recyclable materials into clean fuel.
Our team is committed to environmental stewardship, operational excellence, and creating long-term value for the customers and communities we serve. At LJP, team members play a vital role in supporting a cleaner, more sustainable future while working in a culture built on safety, teamwork, accountability, and growth.
LJP Waste Solutions is seeking a reliable and skilled Plant Maintenance Technician to join our North Mankato team. This position is responsible for ensuring that facility equipment, machinery, and systems remain in safe and efficient operating condition.
The ideal candidate will have a hands-on approach to troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining both mechanical and electrical systems in a fast-paced plant environment. This role requires a strong commitment to safety, teamwork, preventative maintenance, and continuous improvement.
Work safely and promote a safe work environment
Understand and adhere to all company safety policies and procedures
Follow lock out/tag out procedures to safely energize and de-energize equipment
Complete preventative and reactive maintenance throughout the facility and on industrial equipment including forklifts, loaders, and skid loaders
Complete preventative maintenance work orders in a timely manner
Maintain daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance logs and checklists
Document completed work and equipment conditions using maintenance software systems as necessary
Operate standard maintenance equipment including power tools, hand tools, and electrical tools
Work with outside contractors and vendors on electrical, welding, lubrication, gearbox, bearing, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical maintenance projects
Interact regularly with peers and management to support continuous improvement and teamwork initiatives
Operate forklifts, loaders, scissor lifts, and aerial lifts as needed
Work overtime, weekends, holidays, or alternate shifts with advance notice when operationally necessary
Perform additional duties as assigned
Ability to read and comprehend electrical and mechanical schematics, blueprints, and operation manuals
Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, conveyors, and hydraulic systems
Experience using hand tools and electrical tools
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and drawings
Self-motivated, dependable, and safety-focused
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Previous plant maintenance or industrial maintenance experience
Experience operating forklifts, loaders, scissor lifts, or aerial lifts
Experience working in manufacturing, recycling, waste, or industrial environments
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Compensation: Based on experience and qualifications
Work Location: North Mankato, MN
Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.
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LJP Waste Solutions provides comprehensive waste management and recycling services.