Maintenance Supervisor - UniFirst

About the role

UniFirst is seeking a reliable and hardworking Maintenance Supervisor to join our community. As the Maintenance Supervisor you will ensure all facility equipment is efficiently functioning and identify areas to improve processes, procedures, maintenance practices and on‑going 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.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and/or GED preferred.
• Two‑year technical degree in an appropriate background preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record 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 considered).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience supervising maintenance personnel preferred.
• Maintenance administration experience including planning, scheduling, budgeting, negotiating, parts management, vendor management, maintenance management systems required.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics required.
• Ability to read and understand maintenance literature printed in English required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office skills required.
• Experience with hand & power tools required.
• Lockout / Tagout experience required.
• Ability to work overtime as needed required.
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs.

Benefits

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

Pay

The estimated salary for this position ranges from $99,000 to $110,000 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.

About UniFirst

The fabric of UniFirst is woven from its very unique family culture where our Team Partners enjoy a small company feel while taking advantage of the resources and stability that come with being a 1.5‑billion‑dollar organization. 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. We were included in the top 10 of Selling Power magazine’s “Best Companies to Sell For” list and recognized on Forbes magazine’s “Platinum 400 – Best Big Companies” list. As an 80‑year old company focused on annual growth, there’s never been a better time to join our team.