3rd Shift Maintenance Technician

LJP Waste Solutions, LLC is hiring a 3rd Shift Maintenance Technician for their North Mankato, MN facility. The role involves maintaining and repairing equipment and machinery, ensuring safety and efficiency. Key tasks include preventative maintenance, operating tools, and documenting work. Candidates should have experience with mechanical and electrical systems. The position is full-time, working Monday to Friday from 11:00 pm to 7:00 am, with a salary of $25–40 per hour.
About Us:

LJP is a leader in sustainable waste solutions, committed to delivering reliable service and innovative zero-landfill programs. We value teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement at all our facilities.


Position Summary:

We are seeking a reliable and skilled Plant Maintenance Technician to join our North Mankato team. This position is responsible for ensuring that equipment, machinery, and the overall facility remain in safe and efficient operating condition. The ideal candidate will have a hands-on approach to troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining both mechanical and electrical systems in a fast-paced plant environment.


Key Responsibilities:



Work safely and promote a safe work environment.
Understanding and adhering to all safety policies and procedures
Comply with lock out tag out procedures to energize and de-energize equipment.
Completing preventative and reactive maintenance throughout the facility, equipment, and on industrial vehicles (forklifts, loader, skid loader and etc.)
Completing preventative maintenance work orders in a timely manner.
Completing daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance logs and checklists.
Documenting completed work and the conditions found, utilizing maintenance computer software as necessary
Operating standard maintenance tools such as power tools, basic hand tools, electric tools and etc.
Work with outside contractors and venders such as electrical, welding, gearbox and bearing maintenance, lubrication, mechanical maintenance, hydraulic and pneumatic systems and industrial lifts
Interacting regularly with peers and management to pursue continuous improvement of facility operations and promote a teamwork focused environment
Operating forklifts, loaders, scissor lifts, and aerial lifts
Ability to work overtime including holidays, nights, weekends, or different shifts with advance notice
Other duties as assigned


Able to read and comprehend electrical/mechanical schematics, blueprints, and operation manuals
Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, conveyors, and hydraulics
Experience using hand and electrical tools
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and drawings
Self-motivated and dependable

Work days: Monday-Friday


Work hours: 11:00 pm- 7:00 am


Eligible for benefits!



401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance