Lead - Plant Maintenance Mechanic

Colonial Group; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead and direct maintenance activities in a high-volume industrial laundry facility. You will supervise technicians, ensure adherence to preventative maintenance schedules, and uphold safety standards across all production activities.

The role requires mechanical and basic electrical aptitude, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and strong communication skills. Overtime may be required as part of shift coverage.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of mechanical experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance tasks and supervise the maintenance team.
• Maintain plant equipment including industrial washers/dryers.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and replace equipment as needed.
• Follow safety procedures and lock-out/tag-out practices.
• Order parts and tools per procurement policy.
• Maintain Daily Schedule Control and preventative maintenance records.

Skills

Team leadership

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Welding

Hand tools

Power tools

Electrical motors

Safety compliance

MS Office

Lifting 50 lbs

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Leads and helps direct work as part of a team in an industrial laundry facility. Responsible for the safe, expeditious, and accurate performance of routine tasks in reference to a daily preventative maintenance schedule in and around the laundry facility.

Shift: Monday - Friday, 10am - 6:30pm

Responsibilities / Essential Functions

Essential duties and responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:

• Maintains all plant equipment to include high volume industrial washers and/or dryers.
• Repairs, replaces equipment when necessary.
• Performs basic plumbing, mechanical, and electrical work.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve technical issues by following technical manuals and schematics.
• Orders necessary parts, tools, and equipment in a timely manner by following company procurement policy.
• Maintains a proper Daily Schedule Control for equipment maintenance and preventative maintenance schedule and record.
• Conducts daily removal and processing of waste solids generated from treatment process.
• Performs equipment troubleshooting, makes necessary repairs, and completes preventative maintenance and housekeeping practices for all related wastewater hardware.
• Maintains safe and clean work environment, and observes best practices in all production activities.
• Uses safety precautions, follows electrical lock-out tag-out procedures for equipment, and adheres to all safe work practices and policies for all safety, boiler, and wastewater treatment procedures.
• Other duties as required or assigned.
• Assists the maintenance manager in assigning work tasks, ensuring quality control of repairs, and troubleshooting faults, best practices, training and development of maintenance personnel, and safety.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Leads team to achieve work objectives and goals for maintenance department.
• Dedication to promoting a strong culture of safety.
• Demonstrated mechanical and basic electrical aptitude.
• Skills in welding, hand and power tools, and electrical motors.
• Computer literate, familiarity with Internet-based software, MS Office, etc.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Basic knowledge of industrial laundry equipment (not required).
• Ability to comprehend and perform all required training.
• Proficiency in written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Ability to work on a set schedule; overtime may be required if needed.
• Familiar with standard maintenance procedures, preventative maintenance schedules, and proper safety techniques.
• Basic knowledge of industrial laundry equipment and required codes.
• Good verbal and/or written communication skills.
• Ability to meet attendance schedule; work is based on a shift schedule and may include weekends. Overtime required as needed.

Working Environment / Safety Requirements

• Work is performed in a high-volume production warehouse setting and regularly exposed to outside weather conditions, extreme heat and cold conditions as well as dust and noise.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Requires the ability to routinely move, lift, carry, push, or pull items weighing up to 50 lbs, and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
• Requires bending, reaching, pulling, pushing, twisting, and lifting.
• Requires the use of hands for grasping and other manipulations.
• Requires standing and walking for long periods of time.Must be able to work from elevated heights using ladders, mezzanines, and aerial lifts.

Experience

• Industrial Laundry experience a plus but not required.
• 1–3 years of supervisory experience preferred.
• 1–3 years of mechanical experience required.
• 1–3 years of electromechanical experience preferred.
• 2–4 years of related experience in mechanical troubleshooting, maintenance, and/or installation.
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, HazMat procedures and regulations helpful.
• Excellent mechanical dexterity and ability.