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Equipment Maintenance Helper [Material Recovery Facility Only]

CompanyBurrtec Waste Industries
LocationBurbank
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 30, 2026
About The Company
For over 50 years, Burrtec Waste Industries, Inc. has consistently provided excellence in service and satisfaction with a strong loyalty to the future of the communities in which we serve. "We'll Take Care Of It" Burrtec and its sister company, EDCO Disposal Corporation, comprise the largest privately held solid waste company in California. Originally started in 1955, the company is still owned and operated by The Burrs’. At Burrtec we value the markets in which we serve and the unique needs of the customers, whether they are industrial, commercial, municipal jurisdictions or residential subscribers. We understand that these communities place their trust in our company and that is why we continue to always put our customers first.
About the Role
Burrtec is a well-established refuse and recycling collection company serving over fifteen municipalities throughout Southern California and employing over 1,400 full-time employees. Burrtec continues to grow through company acquisitions and successful bid proposals. It is a family-owned company that firmly believes the key element to its success is knowing how important each employee is in the organization.

We are seeking to fill an Equipment Maintenance Helper position for the Burbank Recycling/Material Recovery Facility location.

Position Summary:

Perform inspections, cleaning, maintenance, and repairs of Material Recovery Facility equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

  • Follow safe work practices and adhere to all safety rules and practices.
  • Assist and support Equipment Maintenance team and activities.
  • Perform inspections, cleaning, maintenance, and repairs of Material Recovery Facility equipment, including balers, conveyors, screens, magnets, etc.
  • Perform repair and maintenance of facility building and grounds
  • Use hand tools and other equipment for the performance of these activities
  • Use a welder, torch, and grinder in the performance of their job
  • Work in support of the Equipment Maintenance team and independently on smaller jobs/tasks
  • Timely and accurately document work performed on Fleetmate work orders
  • Perform other repairs and duties as assigned by management.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Good mechanical and electrical skills
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Good judgment skills.
  • Good organizational and cleanliness skills to ensure a safe and organized work area.
  • Use hand tools, portable power tools, and other equipment as needed.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

  • One (1) year of previous equipment maintenance and repair experience required
  • Vocational school and/or training in equipment maintenance and repair preferred
  • Previous experience in the use of hand and small power tools/equipment.

PHYSICAL:

  • Must be able to stand, bend, stoop, and kneel for long periods of time.
  • Must be able to lift to 50 lbs.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • Will be exposed to moderate noise and dust levels.
  • Work in outdoor areas and be exposed to weather conditions—heat, cold, rain, and wind.

We offer competitive wages and an excellent benefits package, including a 401 (k), 100% paid medical/dental/life insurance, and holidays/vacation/PSL.

Key Skills
Equipment maintenanceMechanical skillsElectrical skillsWeldingHand toolsPower toolsInspectionRepairPreventive maintenanceSafety complianceDocumentationCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsProblem solving
Categories
TradesManufacturingEnvironmental & Sustainability
Benefits
401(k)Medical insuranceDental insuranceLife insurancePaid holidaysVacationPaid sick leave
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Perform inspections, cleaning, maintenance, and repairs on Material Recovery Facility equipment such as balers, conveyors, and screens. Assist the maintenance team with facility building and grounds upkeep while documenting work accurately in Fleetmate.
📋Job Type
non exempt full time
💰Salary Range
$25 - $26
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
360
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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