Industrial Laundry Mechanic Plant Maintenance

Colonial Group; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group in Tyler, TX is seeking a maintenance technician to support an industrial laundry facility. You will perform preventive maintenance, service high-volume washers and dryers, and troubleshoot equipment to keep operations running smoothly.

The role requires the ability to read manuals, follow safety procedures, and work both independently and as part of a team. Candidates should have a high school diploma and 3–5 years of maintenance experience in industrial settings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of maintenance experience in industrial setting.
• Basic electrical and plumbing knowledge.
• Ability to read manuals and schematics; troubleshoot equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain plant equipment including industrial washers and dryers.
• Repair or replace equipment; perform basic plumbing, mechanical, and electrical work.
• Troubleshoot using manuals and schematics;.
• Orders necessary parts, tools, and equipment per policy.
• Maintain daily maintenance schedule and records.
• Conduct removal and processing of waste solids.
• Ensure safe, clean work environment; follow safety procedures.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Maintenance

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Team player

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Shift: Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm.

Performs work as part of a team in an industrial laundry facility. Responsible for the safe, expeditious, and accurate performance of routine in reference to a daily preventative maintenance schedule in and around the laundry facility.

Responsibilities / Essential Functions

Essential duties and responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:

• Maintains all plant equipment to include high volume industrial washers and or dryers.
• Repairs, replaces equipment when necessary; Performs basic plumbing, mechanical, and electrical work.
• Ability to trouble-shoot and solve technical issues by following technical manuals and schematics;
• Orders necessary parts, tools, and equipment in a timely manner by following company procurement policy;
• Maintains a proper Daily Schedule Control for equipment maintenance and preventative maintenance schedule and record;
• Conducts daily removal and processing of waste solids generated from treatment process;
• Performs equipment troubleshooting, makes necessary repairs, and completes preventative maintenance and housekeeping practices for all related wastewater hardware;
• Maintains safe and clean work environment, and observes best practices in all production activities;
• Uses safety precautions, follows electrical lock-out tag-out procedures for equipment, and adheres to all safe work practices and policies for all safety, boiler, and wastewater treatment procedures;
• Other duties as required or assigned

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Demonstrated mechanical and basic electrical aptitude;
• Familiar with standard maintenance procedures, preventative maintenance schedules, and proper safety techniques;
• Basic knowledge of industrial laundry equipment and required codes;
• Ability to comprehend and perform all required training, written, and verbal instructions;
• Good verbal and/or written communication skills;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Ability to meet attendance schedule; Work is based on a shift schedule, and may include weekends. Overtime required as needed.

Working Environment / Safety Requirements

• Work is performed in a high volume production warehouse setting and regularly exposed to outside weather conditions, extreme heat and cold conditions as well as dust and noise.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions;
• Requires the ability to routinely move, lift, carry, push, or pull items weighing up to 25 lbs, and occasionally up to 50 lbs;
• Requires bending, reaching, pulling, pushing, twisting, and lifting;
• Requires the use of hands for grasping and other manipulations;
• Requires standing and walking for long periods of time;
• Must be able to work from elevated heights using ladders, mezzanines, and aerial lifts.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required; 3-5 years’ maintenance experience