Class A Manufacturing Mechanic/Technician - BRAND NEW FACILITY

Unitex Textile; Creston (IA); On-site; USD 91,693,000 - 106,020,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime potential

Uniforms provided

Paid time off

Training programs

Licenses incentive

Job summary

Unitex Textile is seeking a skilled Class A Manufacturing Mechanic/Technician to join a brand new Hartford, CT facility. The role involves maintaining and repairing industrial laundry equipment, with a focus on preventive maintenance and uptime.

You will troubleshoot mechanical/electrical issues, work with a team, and contribute to equipment upgrades. The company offers training, overtime potential, and a path for skill-based advancement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as Class A Manufacturing Mechanic/Technician in an industrial setting.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to read manuals, blueprints and diagrams.
• Familiarity with safety protocols in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on industrial laundry equipment per schedule.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues and minimize downtime.
• Conduct preventive maintenance inspections for optimal performance.
• Collaborate on upgrades, installations, and modifications.
• Assist in developing maintenance procedures to improve efficiency.
• Maintain accurate records of work orders, repairs, and parts.

Skills

3+ years experience

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Blueprints & schematics

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Technical training

Job description

Position:Class A Manufacturing Mechanic/Technician - BRAND NEW FACILITY

Location: Hartford, CT

Job Id:5940

# of Openings:1

Class A Manufacturing Mechanic/Technician - BRAND NEW FACILITY

Unitex is currently seeking skilled and experienced Class A Manufacturing Mechanic/Technician's to join our team in Hartford, CT (Meadow Street). We are opening A BRAND NEW PLANT in a few months, only a few blocks from our Meadow Street location.

Compensation:$32.00/hr to $37.00/hr. The salary range for this position is $32.00/hour to $37.00/hour. Actual compensation decisions are based on factors such as experience, seniority, location, and other permissible job-related factors.

Schedule: To be discussed during screening prior to interview, based on seniority per Union Contract.

• Potential for overtime
• Work uniforms are provided to you at no cost
• Paid time off for vacation, personal, sick and holidays
• Competitive hourly rate
• Stable 100 year old company with growth opportunities
• Training on industrial laundry equipment provide by on-site management
• Maintenance Technician training platform with an extensive online library of technical courses and full simulation for troubleshooting training across the company at no cost to you. Training accomplishments may provide opportunities to increase your mechanic classification scale and hourly pay rates.
• Incentive pay for special licenses (Black Seal / Boiler)

Responsibilities:

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on industrial laundry equipment, including washers, dryers, and press machines, according to established schedules with little to no needed supervision.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical and electrical issues and develop effective solutions to minimize downtime.
• Conduct preventive maintenance inspections to identify potential problems and ensure optimal equipment performance with little to no needed supervision.
• Collaborate with other team members to plan and execute equipment upgrades, installations, and modifications as needed.
• Assist in the development and implementation of maintenance procedures and protocols to improve overall efficiency.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, repairs, and parts inventory.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training in a relevant field is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Class A Manufacturing Mechanic/Technician or similar role in an industrial setting, preferably in the laundry industry.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, including troubleshooting and repair techniques.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical manuals, blueprints, and diagrams related to laundry equipment.
• Familiarity with safety protocols and practices in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills to address issues promptly and efficiently.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills to maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with team members and other departments.

A computerized assessment is utilized as part of the recruiting process.

EOE

About Unitex:

For more than 100 years, our family-run business has been leading the way in the medical uniform and linen rental industry. Today, with 1900 employees and growing, we are the largest family-owned healthcare service provider in the country.

Every single day, Unitex is behind the scenes cleaning, preparing and delivering the linen that helps healthcare professionals provide the best care to their patients from fresh sheets to warm blankets, comfortable gowns and clean towels.

Unitex is an essential service to the healthcare industry which translates to a safe and stable workplace that makes it easy for people to apply their skills to become successful in every one of our roles. Due to our past, current and future expansions, we actively hire drivers, mechanics and production operators, clerical positions and various management and outside sales roles. All of Unitex’ s roles include competitive pay, medical benefits, PTO time and more. We ar e committed to training, developing and promoting our employees. Those with a solid work ethic, who are self-motivated, reliable and flexible succeed at Unitex.