Industrial Maintenance Technician I – Growth Path

UniFirst Corp.; Wexford (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

UniFirst Corp. is seeking a Maintenance Tech I to join our team in a hands-on maintenance role. You will repair, maintain, install, and troubleshoot industrial equipment, with a Monday–Friday schedule and periodic overtime.

This role emphasizes safety, blueprints reading, and the use of CMMS software to track work orders. On-the-job training is provided to build your skills and advance within a growing organization.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Two-year technical degree preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record.
• Knowledgeable in maintenance equipment.
• Minimum 6 months’ experience repairing industrial processing equipment in a production environment.
• Must pass UniFirst’s maintenance knowledge assessment.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Ability to read and understand maintenance literature printed in English.
• Basic computer and Microsoft Office skills.
• Lockout/Tagout experience.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs.

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, record results in logbooks / computer systems and make necessary chemical adjustments as required.
• Perform daily and weekly safety checks on boilers and make necessary repairs as required.
• Record and analyze meter readings of utilities and take corrective actions when necessary.
• Perform daily and weekly location/system safety checks and address concerns.
• Inspect motor, belts, fluids levels, replace filters and perform other maintenance actions.
• Inspect, clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears and other equipment parts.
• Utilize a Computerized Maintenance Management System.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Maintenance equipment knowledge

Read blueprints & schematics

MS Office / basic computer skills

Lockout/Tagout experience

Overtime readiness

Physical strength up to 80 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two-year technical degree

Job description

UniFirst Corp. is seeking a Maintenance Tech I to join our team in a hands-on maintenance role. You will repair, maintain, install, and troubleshoot industrial equipment, with a Monday–Friday schedule and periodic overtime.

This role emphasizes safety, blueprints reading, and the use of CMMS software to track work orders. On-the-job training is provided to build your skills and advance within a growing organization.