Job Description

Overview

UniFirst is seeking a reliable and hardworking Maintenance Technician II to join their community. This role involves handling repairs, maintenance, installation, and troubleshooting of industrial equipment, with a standard Monday to Friday work week and occasional overtime.

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot sources of equipment problems through observation and use of precision measuring and testing instruments.
  • Assist other maintenance personnel with emergency and non-emergency repairs.
  • Troubleshoot and repair Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s) and associated control systems.
  • Follow blueprints, schematics, operation manuals, manufacturer’s instructions, and engineering specifications.
  • Perform boiler chemical and wastewater pre-treatment system testing, record results in logbooks/computer systems, and make necessary chemical adjustments.
  • Perform daily and weekly safety checks on boilers and make necessary repairs.
  • Inspect motor, belts, fluid levels, replace filters, and perform other maintenance actions.
  • Perform basic welding activities to effect repairs on facilities and equipment.
  • Inspect, clean, and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, and other equipment parts.
  • Utilize a Computerized Maintenance Management System.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
  • Two-year technical degree in an appropriate background is preferred.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Knowledgeable in industrial maintenance of facilities and equipment.
  • Minimum of 1 year of work experience repairing industrial processing equipment in a production environment required.
  • Must pass UniFirst’s maintenance knowledge assessment to be eligible for employment.
  • Ability to read blueprints and schematics is required.
  • Ability to read and understand maintenance literature printed in English required.
  • Basic computer and Microsoft Office skills are required.
  • Lockout/Tagout experience is required.
  • Ability to work overtime as needed is required.
  • Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record are required.
  • Ability to lift up to 80 lbs.

Additional Information

  • Standard Monday - Friday work week with periodic night and weekend overtime.
  • Immediate opening with on-the-job training.
  • Recruitment will remain open until the position is filled.