Maintenance Technician
Role Overview
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for installing, repairing and maintaining large industrial textile processing equipment, as well as facility maintenance. Tasks include start-up and shut-down procedures, electrical troubleshooting, maintaining and operating boilers, welding and cutting, hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical, and other systems. This position reports to the Chief Engineer.
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Job Summary
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for installing, repairing and maintaining large industrial textile processing equipment, as well as facility maintenance. Tasks include start-up and shut-down procedures, electrical troubleshooting, maintaining and operating boilers, welding and cutting, hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical, and other systems. This position reports to the Chief Engineer.
Our full-time employees enjoy
Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA
Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
Vacation, Sick Time, Holidays
Direct Deposit
Career Advancement
Learning & Development Opportunities
Inclusive and Diverse Team Environment
Benefits may vary for positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
Essential Functions: - Installs, repairs and performs preventative maintenance on industrial processing equipment, water levels, water systems and other equipment and systems. - Troubleshoots electrical issues. - Responds to daily maintenance requests in a timely fashion to minimize equipment downtime. - Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment. - Diagnoses problems, replaces or repairs parts, tests and makes adjustments. - Looks for opportunities to continually improve maintenance processes. - Works with all plant personnel in a cooperative and professional manner. - Strictly adheres to all safety rules, policies and procedures required by Alsco, law, and what is recognized as common practice in the industry. - Ensures work is performed safely and efficiently. - Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing technical publications. Remains current on equipment and repair procedures and best practices. - Studies blueprints and manufacturers’ manuals to determine correct operation of machinery. - Proficient in reading electrical schematics. - Maintains accurate and timely records of maintenance performed. - Follows written and verbal instructions and performs other tasks as directed by supervision. - Complies with all Federal, State and local laws.
Additional Functions: - May work with and support other branch personnel as required by supervision. - Drive and pick up parts, transport equipment, parts, etc.
Qualifications
- Have and maintain a valid driver’s license and driving record free of chargeable accidents, speeding or other safety violations. - Minimum of two years maintenance engineering experience with specific knowledge of machinery, electricity, electronics, plumbing, hydraulics, pneumatics, welder and boiler applications. - Proficient in the proper use of power and hand tools. - Strong electrical troubleshooting ability of 3 phase 230-volt systems. - PLC programming experience. - Experience in carpentry, boiler repair, welding, and general facility repairs. - Good verbal and written communication skills in English, ability to comprehend and follow direction, perform basic math, good time management - Must be a team player with enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in work well done; self-starter dedicated to continual quality improvement. Education: - High school graduate or equivalency preferred. - Some locations may require relevant certifications, a boiler license or PLC programming. Typical Physical Activity: - Standing, sitting, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, kneeling, working in confined areas, reaching overhead, driving a forklift, grasping, moving equipment, pushing, pulling, moving loaded carts weighing up to 500 lbs, lifting and carrying up to 100 lbs, reading, writing, speaking, hearing.
- Typical Environmental Conditions: - Inside and outside areas of a typical industrial laundry facility, which includes working with and around large machinery, variations in temperature, noise, odors, humidity, lint and dust, in general offices or on outside grounds.
Travel Requirements
- Occasionally, such as to procure parts.
- The Maintenance Technician must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately, and without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The statements made herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive and inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required of personnel so classified.
- For a general description of benefits that are being offered for this position, please visit alsco.com/benefits .
Alsco Uniforms is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Candidates are considered for employment with Alsco Uniforms without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status (specifically status as a disabled veteran, recently separated veteran, armed forces service medal veteran, or active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran), or other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Revised: 04/29/2022
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