Hands-On Industrial Maintenance Technician I

UniFirst; Hesston (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

UniFirst is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to join our team in New Jersey. You’ll handle repairs, maintenance, installation, and troubleshooting across industrial equipment and systems, with a standard Monday–Friday schedule and occasional night/weekend overtime.

Training is provided and growth opportunities exist within a fast-growing company. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 6 months of related experience, the ability to read blueprints, and basic computer skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two-year technical degree preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record required.
• Knowledgeable in maintenance equipment.
• Minimum of 6 months’ work experience repairing industrial processing equipment in a production environment.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Basic computer and Microsoft Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Utilize hand/power tools, precision measurement tools, and electronic testing devices.
• Ensure safe operation of machinery, mechanical electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems and components.
• Follow blueprints, schematics, operation manuals, manufacturer’s instructions, and engineering specifications.
• Troubleshoot sources of equipment problems through observation and use of precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Perform boiler chemical and wastewater pre-treatment system testing and record results; adjust chemicals as required.
• Perform daily and weekly safety checks on boilers and perform repairs as needed.
• Record and analyze meter readings of utilities and take corrective actions.
• Perform daily and weekly location/system safety checks and address concerns.
• Inspect shafts, belts, fluids, replace filters and perform maintenance actions as per procedures.
• Inspect, clean and lubricate components per manuals.
• Utilize a Computerized Maintenance Management System.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

UniFirst is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to join our team in New Jersey. You’ll handle repairs, maintenance, installation, and troubleshooting across industrial equipment and systems, with a standard Monday–Friday schedule and occasional night/weekend overtime.

Training is provided and growth opportunities exist within a fast-growing company. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 6 months of related experience, the ability to read blueprints, and basic computer skills.