Industrial Maintenance Tech I: Training & Growth

UniFirst Corp.; Apollo (Armstrong County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

UniFirst is seeking a reliable Maintenance Tech I to join our team. You will repair, maintain, install and troubleshoot industrial equipment, following blueprints and engineering specs. The role includes safety checks, boiler pre-treatment testing, and periodic overtime with on‑the‑job training.

You should have a HS diploma or GED, plus 6 months in industrial maintenance; a 2-year technical degree is preferred. A valid driver’s license and ability to lift 80 lbs are required.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record are required.
• Knowledgeable in maintenance equipment.
• Minimum of 6 months’ work experience repairing industrial processing equipment in a production environment is required.
• Must pass UniFirst’s maintenance knowledge assessment test to be eligible for employment.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics is required.
• Ability to read and understand maintenance literature printed in English is required.
• Basic computer and Microsoft Office skills is required.
• Lockout / Tagout experience is required.
• Ability to work overtime as needed is required.
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Utilize hand/power tools, measurement tools, and electronic testing devices.
• Ensure safe operation of machinery and systems.
• Follow blueprints, schematics, manuals, and specifications.
• Troubleshoot equipment problems using instruments.
• Test boiler chemical and wastewater pre-treatment systems and adjust chemicals as required.
• Perform daily/weekly safety checks on boilers and make repairs as needed.
• Record and analyze utility meter readings and take corrective actions.
• Perform daily/weekly location and system safety checks and address concerns.
• Inspect belts, shafts, bearings, gears and other parts; perform maintenance as per procedures.
• Lubricate and inspect equipment per manuals.
• Utilize a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Hand tools

Precision testing

Blueprint reading

Schematics

Safety inspections

CMMS

Lockout/Tagout

Overtime readiness

Lifting 80 lbs

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two-year technical degree (preferred)

Tools

CMMS

Job description

UniFirst is seeking a reliable Maintenance Tech I to join our team. You will repair, maintain, install and troubleshoot industrial equipment, following blueprints and engineering specs. The role includes safety checks, boiler pre-treatment testing, and periodic overtime with on‑the‑job training.

You should have a HS diploma or GED, plus 6 months in industrial maintenance; a 2-year technical degree is preferred. A valid driver’s license and ability to lift 80 lbs are required.