Industrial Maintenance Technician I: Training & Growth

UniFirst; Town of Salem (WI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

UniFirst seeks a reliable Maintenance Tech I to join our team. You will handle repairs, maintenance, installation and troubleshooting of industrial equipment across facilities.

Expect a Monday–Friday work week with periodic night and weekend overtime; on-the-job training is provided. As a Team Partner in Maintenance, you’ll use hand/power tools, read blueprints, perform boiler and wastewater testing, and ensure safe operation of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent 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.
• Applicable military experience will be considered.
• Must pass UniFirst’s maintenance knowledge assessment test.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics is required.
• Ability to read maintenance literature in English is required.
• Basic computer and Microsoft Office skills is required.
• Lockout/Tagout experience is required.
• 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, fluid levels, replace filters and perform maintenance actions as per procedures.
• Inspect, clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears and other parts as per manual.
• Utilize a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Precision measurement

Electronic testing

Blueprint reading

Safety checks

Maintenance testing

Microsoft Office

Driver’s license

Overtime willingness

Lifting up to 80 lbs

English reading

Lockout/Tagout

Education

Technical degree

Tools

CMMS

Job description

UniFirst seeks a reliable Maintenance Tech I to join our team. You will handle repairs, maintenance, installation and troubleshooting of industrial equipment across facilities.

Expect a Monday–Friday work week with periodic night and weekend overtime; on-the-job training is provided. As a Team Partner in Maintenance, you’ll use hand/power tools, read blueprints, perform boiler and wastewater testing, and ensure safe operation of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.