Industrial Maintenance Technician I - Training & Growth

UniFirst Corporation; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

UniFirst Corporation in Fayetteville, NC is hiring a Maintenance Tech I to perform repairs, maintenance, installation and troubleshooting of industrial equipment. The role offers a standard Monday–Friday week with periodic night and weekend overtime and on‑the‑job training.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED; a 2-year technical degree is preferred; at least 6 months of maintenance experience; and the ability to lift up to 80 lbs.

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 a safe driving record required.
• Knowledgeable in maintenance equipment.
• Minimum of 6 months' work experience repairing industrial processing equipment in a production environment is required.
• Must read blueprints and schematics is required.
• Ability to read and understand maintenance literature printed in English is required.
• Lockout / Tagout experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Use hand/power tools and precision measuring devices.
• Ensure safe operation of machinery and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
• Follow blueprints, schematics, manuals, and engineering specifications.
• Troubleshoot equipment problems using testing instruments.
• Perform boiler chemical and wastewater pre-treatment testing and adjust chemicals as required.
• Perform daily and 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 motors, belts, fluids, and lubricate components; replace filters.
• Inspect, clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears and other parts.
• Utilize a Computerized Maintenance Management System.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

HS diploma or GED

Technical degree (2-year) preferred

Blueprints/schematics reading

Lockout/Tagout experience

Lift up to 80 lbs

Basic computer skills

6 months maintenance experience

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two-year technical degree (preferred)

Job description

UniFirst Corporation in Fayetteville, NC is hiring a Maintenance Tech I to perform repairs, maintenance, installation and troubleshooting of industrial equipment. The role offers a standard Monday–Friday week with periodic night and weekend overtime and on‑the‑job training.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED; a 2-year technical degree is preferred; at least 6 months of maintenance experience; and the ability to lift up to 80 lbs.