Mahoney Environmental Solutions
Recycles used cooking oil for restaurants
Maintenance Technician
About the job
- Three to four years of industrial maintenance experience.
- An analytical thought process.
- Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 100 pounds.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Valid United States driver's license.
- Ability to frequently stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, kneel, climb ladders, and squat for extended periods.
- Ability to work at heights up to 35 feet, in confined spaces, and in adverse temperatures and weather conditions.
- Align, fit, and assemble parts using power tools and hand tools.
- Read blueprints, diagrams, and technical orders for equipment assembly.
- Perform stick and metal inert gas welding in all positions.
- Diagnose, repair, and analyze electrical components and circuits of various voltages.
- Read and follow diagrams and blueprints.
- Perform pipefitting.
- Diagnose pump or motor issues and repair or replace necessary components.
- Repair improperly operating equipment, including pneumatic, hydraulic, steam, and electrical systems.
- Follow all safety training, policies, and procedures.
- Climb ladders to reach equipment.
- Work outdoors in different weather conditions.
- Handle grease-coated equipment.
About the company
Mahoney Environmental Solutions collects and recycles used cooking oil from restaurants across the continental U.S., and also offers facility maintenance services for food-service operations. It provides custom oil-recycling programs with a range of receptacles, oil transport, and detailed usage reporting; restaurants place their used oil in Mahoney’s containers, Mahoney collects and ships it to recycling facilities, and supplies ongoing maintenance and data on oil usage. The company differentiates itself by offering large-scale, customizable receptacle designs and comprehensive service and reporting nationwide, simplifying waste-oil management for operators. Its goal is to make used cooking oil recycling easy and reliable, so restaurants can focus on serving customers while Mahoney handles logistics and sustainability.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Joliet, Illinois
Founded
1953
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What believers are saying
- August 14, 2026 hired Laura Nortamo from Neste to tighten finance and ERP controls.
- February 20, 2026 celebrated 73 years, reinforcing customer trust in a sticky service business.
- BWI's used-cooking-oil recycling partnership keeps Mahoney visible in airport renewable-fuel sourcing.
What critics are saying
- EPA's August 2026 Seattle settlement fined Mahoney $71,940 for Clean Water Act violations.
- Mahoney sued Quick Waste Recovery on September 5, 2025, signaling ongoing brand-defense expense.
- Neste controls Mahoney, so group capital priorities can override Mahoney’s standalone growth agenda.
What makes Mahoney Environmental Solutions unique
- Since 2020, Neste owns Mahoney, linking grease collection to renewable diesel and SAF supply.
- January 2026 dual ISCC EU and CORSIA certification validates feedstocks for fuel producers.
- Mahoney serves national restaurant chains, airports, and independents with end-to-end waste-to-material recycling.
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↑ 17%Mahoney Environmental names Laura Nortamo Vice President, Finance. Aug 14, 2026, 05:00 ET WOODRIDGE, Ill., Aug. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Mahoney Environmental today announced that Laura Nortamo will join the company as Vice President, Finance, effective September 1, 2026. Nortamo will also join Mahoney's Leadership Team and will report to Dave Kimball, President and CEO. She succeeds Teija Pajamo. "Laura brings a rare combination of financial rigor, operational insight, and change leadership to this role," said Dave Kimball, President and CEO of Mahoney Environmental. "Her track record of building high-performing finance functions will be a tremendous asset as we continue to scale our operations and strengthen our position as the premier back-of-house service provider for the food service industry." Nortamo joins Mahoney from Neste, where she has served as Head of Global Financial Services since 2022. In that role, she established a Center of Excellence, centralized Accounts Payable and General Ledger operations, and led company-wide ERP system enhancements. Prior to Neste, Nortamo spent 10 years in audit and compliance services at KPMG, followed by more than a decade leading finance departments across the oil & gas, pharmaceutical distribution and wholesale, retail, hospitality, and manufacturing industries. She is known for her expertise in process optimization, change management, and digital tool implementation. Nortamo will be based in Woodridge, Illinois. About Mahoney Environmental Founded in 1953, Mahoney Environmental has spent over seven decades helping food service companies transform used cooking oil and other waste products into valuable materials. The company manages the entire recycling process, from equipment installation and collection to processing and finished product delivery, enabling nearly 100% material recovery at all facilities. Mahoney serves food service operators nationwide, from major restaurant chains to independent establishments and airport concessions. In 2020, Mahoney Environmental was acquired by Neste (HEL: NESTE), strengthening the global supply chain for sustainable aviation fuel SAF) and renewable diesel production. Mahoney is a licensed EPA and ISCC Certified recycler committed to being the premier back-of-house service provider for the food service industry while working toward a safer planet for future generations. SOURCE Mahoney Environmental
On March 9, 2023, Fraport Maryland, Mahoney Environmental, and BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport launched Solution ZERO TM – a Zero waste, Zero cost initiative.