Maintenance Supervisor - UniFirst

About UniFirst

UniFirst is an international leader in the $18 billion-dollar garment services industry. We currently employ over 13,000 team partners who serve 300,000 business customer locations throughout the U.S., Canada, and Europe. As an 80-year-old company focused on annual growth, there’s never been a better time to join our team.

About the Role

UniFirst is seeking a reliable and hardworking Maintenance Supervisor to join our team. In this role, you will ensure all facility equipment is efficiently functioning and identify areas to improve processes, procedures, maintenance practices, and ongoing training for all maintenance staff.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose mechanical and electrical problems and determine corrective action by checking blueprints, schematics, repair manuals, and parts catalogs.
• Inspect, operate, and test machinery and equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
• Perform basic welding activities to effect repairs on facilities and equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s) and associated control systems.
• Perform and assign all preventive maintenance on facility and production assets.
• Follow blueprints, schematics, operations manuals, manufacturer’s instructions, and engineering specifications using a documented schedule.
• Perform boiler chemical and wastewater pre-treatment system testing, record results in logbooks/computer systems, and make necessary chemical adjustments as required.
• Manage and assign all equipment maintenance, including repairs which cannot be completed during standard hours.
• Assume responsibility for all shifts in the maintenance department.
• Oversee and implement all maintenance-related regulatory and environmental compliance requirements.
• Assume responsibility for all aspects of safety within the maintenance department.
• Perform Confined Space and Lockout/Tagout procedures where appropriate.
• Monitor training status of technicians and provide time for required training as needed.
• Utilize a Computerized Maintenance Management System.
• Partner with the Production Manager to develop, manage, and maintain budget for building, equipment, capital expenditures, and parts/labor.
• Train and develop maintenance partners.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Requirements

• Must possess a Minnesota Special Engineer Boiler License.
• High school diploma and/or GED is preferred.
• Two-year technical degree in an appropriate background is preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record are required.
• Must pass UniFirst’s maintenance knowledge assessment to be eligible for employment.
• Knowledgeable in maintenance equipment, including wiring, electrical, mechanical, electronic components, pipe systems, and plumbing.
• Minimum of 3 years of work experience repairing industrial processing equipment in a production environment required. Applicable military experience will be considered.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience supervising maintenance personnel is preferred.
• Maintenance administration experience including planning, scheduling, budgeting, negotiating, parts management, vendor management, and maintenance management systems is required.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics is required.
• Ability to read and understand maintenance literature printed in English is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office skills is required.
• Experience with hand and power tools is required.
• Lockout/Tagout experience is required.
• Ability to work overtime as needed is required.
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs.

Benefits

• Training: Team Partners receive quality skills training designed to enhance their performance and assist them with their career potential and advancement.
• Career Growth: Rapidly growing company offering significant avenues for personal development and growth.
• Culture: Unique family culture with a small company feel while taking advantage of the resources and stability of a $1.5-billion organization.
• Diversity: Environment packed with different cultures, personalities, and backgrounds.

Pay

The estimated salary for this position ranges from $90,000 to $100,000 yearly. Actual compensation will vary based on factors including but not limited to the candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications. Geographic differentials may also apply depending on the position’s location.

Schedule

Standard Monday - Friday work week with periodic night and weekend overtime.