Container Compactor Repairer

Container Compactor Repair 

Are you seeking a safer work environment as a Container Compactor Repairer? Is your family’s financial security important to you? Aspiring to advance in your career? Searching for a company that prioritizes its employees' well-being? If this speaks to you, then WM might be the place for your next career move.

Career progression, stability for your family, and a safe environment to work. That’s what you get as a Container Compactor Repairer at WM – and more. 

About us

WM is North America’s leading provider of comprehensive waste management environmental services. We partner with our customers and the communities we serve to manage and reduce waste at each stage from collection to disposal, while recovering valuable resources and creating clean, renewable energy. 

The pay and benefits you’ll get as a Container Compactor Repairer

• Starting salary of $21 - $26.30 per hour depending on experience
• Stable hours for your financial stability
• Tool allowance reimbursement up to $300 annually 
• Boot allowance up to $300 annually
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage including dental, vision and prescription coverage that starts on day one.
• We are Committed to Growth: Annual Education Assistance Benefit available for team members
• Company-matched 401(k)
• Adoption assistance and parent support

These are just a few of our comprehensive benefits for a Container Compactor Repairer whether you are planning on building or expanding your family or looking for the next step in your career – WM is there, helping build the best and total you. 

The hours and location you’ll work in as a Container Compactor Repairer with WM:

• Monday – Friday 
• Hours Between 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, some overtime might be required and on call rotating schedule 
• 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 a repair / maintenance shop at our Syracuse, NY site. 

Those are the key details on pay and schedule – now here’s more on what you’ll be doing as a Container Compactor Repairer at WM. 

Here’s more of what you’ll do:

Installs, services, and repairs refuse compactors at the customer's location.

• Must have general welding, electrical and hydraulic skills and must be able to fabricate metal on site as needed; must also be able to read electrical and hydraulic schematics.
• Performs routinely scheduled services to the refuse compactor at the customer's locations. Inspects, greases, changes/filters hydraulic oil, and changes filters on the refuse compactors. Adds hydraulic oil as needed.
• Checks the units for stress cracks and other safety hazards.
• Checks the electrical connections, replaces the circuits, solenoids and pressure switches and repairs wiring as needed.
• Operates the units, checks the pressure with a gauge and adjusts the cycle speed as needed.
• Installs and replaces total units.
• Uses a hammer drill to anchor the units and mount the guard rails.
• Fabricates hopper, shoots, platforms, steps and handrails.
• Tests, diagnoses and repairs hydraulic hoses and systems.
• Performs service calls to make site repairs.
• Repairs products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling parts using a cutting torch, porta-power, sledge hammer, and hand tools.
• Maneuvers the service truck safely to and from the service location.
• Instructs site personnel on the proper operational procedures and has a safety standard sheet signed by the site supervisor.

What do you need to be considered for the role of container compactor repair 

• 2 years of previous experience

B. Preferred Qualifications 
 

• High School Diploma or GED (accredited)

The kind of people who thrive in our teams:

• Team players who care about everyone in the shop.
• Happy working independently and as part of a team.
• Likes variety – every day provides a new challenge.
• Determined problem solvers.
  
   

Work environment and physical demands

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.

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.


This role is designated as safety sensitive and will require the successful candidate to strictly comply with all safety rules and protocols. As part of the ongoing employment requirements, the successful candidate may be subject to drug and alcohol testing—including pre‑employment screening, post‑incident evaluations, reasonable suspicion checks, and random testing—in accordance with government regulations and company policies.
 

Pay: The expected base pay range for this on-site position is $17.55 - $26.30. This range represents a good faith 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 that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. 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.