Industrial Laundry Mechanic Plant Maintenance

About the role

Performs work as part of a team in an industrial laundry facility. Responsible for the safe, expeditious, and accurate performance of routine and preventative maintenance tasks in and around the laundry facility.

Responsibilities

• Maintains all plant equipment, including high-volume industrial washers and dryers.
• Repairs and replaces equipment when necessary; performs basic plumbing, mechanical, and electrical work.
• Troubleshoots and solves technical issues by following technical manuals and schematics.
• Orders necessary parts, tools, and equipment in a timely manner by following company procurement policy.
• Maintains a proper Daily Schedule Control for equipment maintenance and preventative maintenance records.
• Conducts daily removal and processing of waste solids generated from the treatment process.
• Performs equipment troubleshooting, makes necessary repairs, and completes preventative maintenance and housekeeping practices for all related wastewater hardware.
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment, observing best practices in all production activities.
• Uses safety precautions, follows electrical lock-out tag-out procedures for equipment, and adheres to all safe work practices and policies for safety, boiler, and wastewater treatment procedures.
• Other duties as required or assigned.

Requirements

• Demonstrated mechanical and basic electrical aptitude.
• Familiar with standard maintenance procedures, preventative maintenance schedules, and proper safety techniques.
• Basic knowledge of industrial laundry equipment and required codes.
• Ability to comprehend and perform all required training, written, and verbal instructions.
• Good verbal and/or written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to meet attendance schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3-5 years’ maintenance experience.

Working Environment

• Work is performed in a high-volume production warehouse setting.
• Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions, extreme heat and cold, as well as dust and noise.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Requires the ability to routinely move, lift, carry, push, or pull items weighing up to 25 lbs, and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
• Requires bending, reaching, pulling, pushing, twisting, and lifting.
• Requires the use of hands for grasping and other manipulations.
• Requires standing and walking for long periods of time.
• Must be able to work from elevated heights using ladders, mezzanines, and aerial lifts.

Schedule

Work is based on a shift schedule and may include weekends. Overtime required as needed.

Location

Topeka, KS