Senior Maintenance Manager - Recycling MRF
Zane State College
Minneapolis, MN · Posted October 26, 2026
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About the job
I. Job Summary
This position is responsible for planning, directing and controlling the efforts of the Maintenance Department required to sustain the safe and efficient operation of multiple recycling equipment and facilities while ensuring exceptional engineering practices.
II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Manages and executes the preventative maintenance program and maintenance of equipment and facilities to effectively reduce unscheduled down time.
Direct leadership of maintenance team and other staff that may include contractors, consultants, and/or temporary employees.
Develops, maintains and administers an organization qualified to maintain all equipment and facilities in a safe and efficient working condition.
Coordinates maintenance tasks between operations, maintenance team and commercial venders to minimize down time.
Performs plant inspections for safety, maintenance and process improvement opportunities. Generate work requests from findings of maintenance inspections.
Conduct weekly maintenance operations meetings to ensure all safety and mechanical issues are addressed in a timely manner. Perform safety related inspections and lead safety training for maintenance staff.
Works with district/site management on cost studies for equipment and facilities to reduce operating costs. Consults with departments regarding desirable modifications of existing equipment and facilities and the possible replacement of existing equipment which will improve operations and maintenance.
Analyzes cost studies of proposals for new facilities and equipment in the department designed to reduce operating costs. Make recommendations to the Plant Manager.
Compile and analyze reports to plan and assign tasks to the maintenance team for upcoming PM inspections & work requests.
Manage department financials, maintenance budget and spend. Control labor costs. Generate monthly financial reports for the site Controller.
Plans and provides for an adequate supply and ensures control over spare parts and maintenance supplies. Orders parts and supplies utilizing maintenance database and corporate purchasing program.
Audits all completed Work Orders to ensure all parts, labor and commercial venders are charged out correctly to the unit
Build a good working relationship with all vendors to ensure materials, supplies and third-party repairs are delivered and accomplished to WM standards
Attend and participate in all required financial, operation, safety and maintenance meetings.
Responsible for hiring, on-going staff development, performance reviews and employee coaching and discipline.
Coordinates and oversees the efficient maintenance of all plant transportation equipment.
Develops objectives and standards of performance for projects within the maintenance department required to meet departmental, divisional and corporate goals and objectives.
Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate/OSHA Standards and performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
III. Qualifications
A. Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree (accredited), or in lieu of degree
High School Diploma GED (accredited) plus four additional years of relevant work experience
7 years previous experience in engineering or maintenance of equipment and facilities (in addition to education requirements)
B. Preferred Qualifications
Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems and electrical troubleshooting within a manufacturing, processing, or similar facility environment.
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.
Pay: The expected salary range for this onsite position is $100,000 - $115,000 per year. This represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location. In addition, this position is eligible for incentive pay.
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.
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ABOUT WM
WM ( WM.com ) is North America's leading provider of comprehensive environmental solutions. Previously known as Waste Management and based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of residential, commercial, industrial, medical and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and Canada. With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics and renewable energy, WM provides environmental solutions to and collaborates with its customers in helping them pursue their sustainability goals. WM has the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest recycler of post‑consumer materials and is a leader in beneficial use of landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the most landfill gas‑to‑electricity plants in North America. WM’s fleet includes more than 12,000 natural gas trucks – the largest heavy‑duty natural gas truck fleet in the industry in North America. Healthcare Solutions provides collection and disposal services of regulated medical waste, as well as secure information destruction services, in the U.S., Canada and Western Europe. To learn more about WM and the company’s sustainability progress and solutions, visit Sustainability.WM.com .
Equal Employment Opportunity
For United States: WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
For Canada: WM is committed to the principle of equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation.
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