About Us:
Liberty Tire Recycling is a high-growth company and the premier provider of tire recycling services in North America with operations throughout the United States and Canada. Liberty Tire annually transforms more than 210 million tires into raw materials for smart, sustainable products that improve our environment and people’s lives. The Company is private equity-owned, has approximately 60 sites in the US and Canada, and nearly 4,000 employees. With innovative tools, technologies and processes, Liberty Tire is a revolutionary American conservation enterprise – from coast to coast, and from whole tire to end products. The company’s commitment to finding new and better ways to RECLAIM, RECYCLE and REUSE bridges the sustainability goals of scrap tire generators nationwide with those of local scrap rubber consumers.
Walk-In Interviews
Date: January 28th, 2026
Time: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
Location: 1398 N Beck St. Salt Lake City, UT 84116
Job Summary:
Liberty Tire Recycling is looking for a Plant Maintenance Technician. As a Plant Maintenance Technician, you would be responsible for the day-to-day electrical and mechanical support for large industrial machines in our manufacturing facility. You will be maintaining and repairing a variety of industrial equipment, including shredding machines, granulators, and bucket elevators. This role requires a proactive approach to equipment maintenance, ensuring that all machinery operates efficiently and safely at our Salt Lake City, UT facility.
Successful candidates must be able to understand, assess, troubleshoot, and refurbish different arrangements of pneumatic & electronic instrumentation, electrical applications as necessary.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct preventive maintenance on industrial equipment and other machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Troubleshooting and maintaining the electrical-mechanical machines in the manufacturing facility.
- Document actions, parts and time-usage to work orders.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues on company's equipment.
- Inspect and repair manufacturing machines as required.
- Keep detailed records of maintenance and repair work.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Collaborate with other team members to improve equipment efficiency and reliability.
- Fabricate and assemble metal parts by cutting, shaping, and welding components.
- Other duties as needed.
Skills and Abilities:
- Proven experience as an Industrial technician, preferably in a recycling or manufacturing environment.
- Strong electrical knowledge and experience with industrial electrical systems.
- Ability to read and interpret technical diagrams and manuals.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced setting.
- Certifications or technical training in mechanics and electrical systems is a plus
Education and Experience:
- 2-3 years experience in the tire recycling or manufacturing industry
- Minimum of 2 years of welding experience in a manufacturing, construction, or industrial setting (highly preferred).
- A minimum of 2+ years of experience as a Maintenance electrician in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
- Knowledge of metal properties and appropriate welding techniques.
- Proficient in MIG, TIG, Stick, and/or flux-core welding.
- In Depth knowledge of electrical systems, machinery and circuitry.
- Certification or degree in Electrical or Industrial Maintenance is preferred.
EEO Statement:
Liberty Tire Recycling is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
