Maintenance Technician

About the role

The Maintenance Technician at Alsco Uniforms is responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining large industrial textile processing equipment, as well as facility maintenance. This position reports to the Chief Engineer.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Diagnostics 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.

Qualifications

• 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.
• High school graduate or equivalency preferred. Some locations may require relevant certifications, a boiler license or PLC programming.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits - available after waiting period
Vacation & PTO - available after waiting period
401(k) Plan - immediate eligibility/company match
Monday through Friday work schedule (some occasional/minimal weekend work might be required)

Schedule

Monday through Friday work schedule (some occasional/minimal weekend work might be required)

Pay

Competitive pay and benefits and ongoing career development.