MAINTECH Maint Tech

Alsco Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with company match

Medical, dental, vision, and FSA/HSA

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Alsco Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician to install, repair, and maintain large industrial textile processing equipment and related facility systems.

You will contribute to start‑up/shut‑down, electrical troubleshooting, boiler operation, welding, hydraulics, and pneumatics while keeping accurate maintenance records and following safety protocols. The role requires reading blueprints, reading electrical schematics, and strong teamwork to support plant operations.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Boiler license or PLC programming certification may be required for some locations.
• Two years’ maintenance engineering experience with machinery, electrical, hydraulics, and boiler knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on industrial processing equipment and water systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues, including 230‑V three‑phase systems.
• Respond to daily maintenance requests to minimize downtime and perform emergency repairs as needed.

Skills

Driver's license

Maintenance experience

Power tools

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC programming

Carpentry & welding

English communication

Time management

Education

High-school diploma

Boiler license/PLC certification

Tools

Industrial hand tools

Electrical measurement tools

Job description

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for installing, repairing and maintaining large industrial textile processing equipment, as well as performing facility maintenance. Duties include start‑up and shut‑down procedures, electrical troubleshooting, boiler operation, welding and cutting, hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical systems, and related tasks. This position reports to the Chief Engineer.

Essential Functions

• Installs, repairs, and performs preventative maintenance on industrial processing equipment, water systems and related equipment.
• Troubleshoots electrical issues, including 3‑phase 230‑V systems.
• Responds promptly to daily maintenance requests to minimize equipment downtime.
• Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment.
• Diagnoses problems, replaces or repairs parts, tests, and makes adjustments.
• Identifies opportunities to continually improve maintenance processes.
• Works cooperatively with all plant personnel.
• Adheres strictly to all safety rules, policies and procedures required by Alsco, law, and industry practice.
• Ensures work is performed safely and efficiently.
• Maintains technical knowledge by attending workshops and reviewing technical publications.
• Studies blueprints and manufacturers’ manuals to determine correct operation of machinery.
• Proficient in reading electrical schematics.
• Maintains accurate and timely maintenance records.
• Follows written and verbal instructions and performs other tasks as directed by supervision.
• Complies with all Federal, State and local laws.

Additional Functions

• Supports other branch personnel as required by supervision.
• Drives and transports parts, equipment, and materials as needed.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Minimum of two years’ maintenance engineering experience with knowledge of machinery, electrical, electronic, plumbing, hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, and boiler applications.
• Proficient in the proper use of power and hand tools.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting ability for 3‑phase 230‑V systems.
• Experience with PLC programming.
• Experience in carpentry, boiler repair, welding, and general facility repairs.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English, basic math proficiency, and effective time management.
• Team player with enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in quality work; self‑starter dedicated to continual improvement.

Education

• High‑school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Relevant certifications, boiler license, or PLC programming may be required for some locations.

Physical Requirements

Standing, sitting, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, kneeling, working in confined areas, reaching overhead, driving a forklift, grasping, moving equipment, pushing, pulling, moving loaded carts weighing up to 500 lbs, lifting and carrying up to 100 lbs, reading, writing, speaking, hearing.

Environmental Conditions

Indoor and outdoor areas of a typical industrial laundry facility, involving large machinery, temperature variations, noise, odors, humidity, lint and dust, with general office or outdoor ground work.

Travel Requirements

Occasional travel to procure parts.

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan with company match
• Medical, dental, vision, and FSA/HSA plans
• Life insurance, disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Benefits may vary for positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
• Please visit alsco.com/benefits for a general description of benefits offered for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Alsco Uniforms provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. The Company also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.