Maintenance Technician at Sharps Medical Waste Services

Woodstock, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

31 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Preventative Maintenance, Mechanical Repair, Electrical Troubleshooting, Hydraulic Skills, Pneumatic Skills, Industrial Skills, PLC Experience, Organizational Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Decision-Making Skills, Communication Skills, Multitasking, Prioritization, Technical Support, Safety Documentation

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

Description Come join the 2nd largest Medical Waste Service Provider in the country for an exciting position! We provide excellent customer service to local hospitals and healthcare professionals and represent one of the most prominent companies in the Medical Waste Industry. Join an economically stable industry that offers long-term career development across 35+ locations. As a Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for scheduled preventative maintenance, operational support, environmental assistance, and special facility projects. You will use your technical expertise to ensure equipment reliability, maintain safe operations, and support continuous facility improvements. This role works in a plant processing environment with exposure to noise, heat, moving machinery, confined spaces, and elevated areas, with regular medical screening required per company safety programs. Paid training, company-provided uniforms, and a Sign-On/Stay-On Bonus make this a strong opportunity to grow with a mission-driven team. Key Responsibilities Complete routine scheduled preventative maintenance across assigned facilities. Document all maintenance activities in logs and complete required reports. Diagnose, repair, and service equipment using hand tools, blueprints, and engineering specifications. Perform preventive maintenance, replacements, and modifications as needed. Prepare for on-site installations and repairs by coordinating materials and anticipating challenges. Inspect wastewater discharge pits and evaluate equipment for signs of failure. Determine repair parts needed, coordinate with purchasing, and track materials and labor. Maintain accurate service logs, paperwork, and safety documentation. Provide technical support to the Plant Supervisor and collaborate with operations. Other duties as needed. Requirements High School Diploma/GED preferred. Associate’s degree or equivalent from a Technical/Trade School, or five (5) years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Basic understanding of maintenance processes, industrial safety, and mechanical terminology. Experience with mechanical repair (electrical and welding), electrical troubleshooting, and reading/interpreting electrical drawings. Strong hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and industrial skills; some PLC experience preferred. Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly and stand for periods up to 3 hours. Ability to work in confined spaces and elevated locations. Strong organizational, interpersonal, decision-making, and communication skills. Ability to work independently, multitask, and prioritize effectively. On-call availability required. Why Join Sharps Sharps Medical Waste Services offers a mission-driven, collaborative environment where employees contribute directly to meaningful operational impact. In this role, you will play a central part in maintaining financial integrity, supporting audits, and enabling data-driven decisions that help Sharps grow and scale responsibly. You will gain exposure to cross-functional operations and the opportunity to help implement innovative finance processes. EEO Statement Sharps Medical Waste Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Responsibilities

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for scheduled preventative maintenance, operational support, and special facility projects. This includes diagnosing and repairing equipment, maintaining safe operations, and supporting continuous facility improvements.