Industrial Maintenance Technician I - Training & Growth

UniFirst Corp.; Tarrs (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

UniFirst is seeking a reliable Maintenance Tech I to join our team in a role focused on maintaining and troubleshooting industrial equipment, boilers, and systems. You will support repairs, installations, and safety checks while adhering to maintenance procedures and engineering specs.

The position includes on-the-job training, a standard Monday–Friday work week with periodic night and weekend overtime, and opportunities for growth within a rapidly expanding organization.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two-year technical degree preferred.
• Must pass UniFirst’s maintenance knowledge assessment test to be eligible for employment.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics is required.
• Lockout/Tagout experience is required.
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.

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 in long and take corrective actions when necessary.
• Perform daily and weekly location/system safety checks and follow up to address concerns.
• Inspect motor, belts, fluid levels, replace filters and perform other maintenance actions in accordance with maintenance procedures.
• Inspect, clean and lubricate shafts, bearings gears and other equipment parts in accordance with work procedures and technical manual.
• Utilize a Computerized Maintenance Management System.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Basic computer skills

Lockout/Tagout

Heavy lifting

OT readiness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2-year technical degree preferred

Job description

UniFirst is seeking a reliable Maintenance Tech I to join our team in a role focused on maintaining and troubleshooting industrial equipment, boilers, and systems. You will support repairs, installations, and safety checks while adhering to maintenance procedures and engineering specs.

The position includes on-the-job training, a standard Monday–Friday work week with periodic night and weekend overtime, and opportunities for growth within a rapidly expanding organization.