Maintenance Mechanic (Commercial Laundry)

W3Global; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

W3Global is seeking a Maintenance Technician for a large-scale, multi-site commercial laundry. You will start up and shut down plant machinery, perform safe operation of water heating equipment, respond to maintenance calls, and log parts used for reordering.

The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, equipment customization, and safety compliance. Experience with laundry equipment such as ironers, washers, and dryers, plus the ability to work day or night shifts and lift up to 50 lb, is

Qualifications

• 1 year minimum experience with laundry production maintenance (Kannegiesser, Jensen, Milnor, Ellis, or equivalent).
• Sufficient manual dexterity to work on equipment.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 lb.

Responsibilities

• Start up & shut down plant machinery daily.
• Perform safe operation of water heating equipment.
• Respond to maintenance calls in a timely manner.
• Inspect, diagnose, repair, and test commercial laundry equipment.
• Log parts used for reordering.
• Perform preventative maintenance on washers, dryers, and other equipment.
• Work with vendors to repair or install equipment.
• Follow safety procedures and company policies.

Skills

CMMS knowledge

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Troubleshooting

Forklift operation

Scissor lift operation

Safety procedures

Attendance

Tools

Kannegiesser

Jensen

Milnor

Ellis

Job description

Purpose

To maintain all production equipment, building and surrounding area in a large scale, multi-site commercial laundry. Both day and night shift positions available. Responsibilities and compensation will be based on previous experience.

Job Summary

Start up & shut down plant machinery each day. Perform safe operation of water heating equipment. Respond to maintenance calls in timely manner. Inspect, diagnose, repair, and test commercial laundry equipment, including: ironers, folders, tunnel washers, conventional washers, and side-loaders. Log parts used for reordering. Perform preventative maintenance on washers, dryers, and other specialty laundry equipment. Customize equipment for laundry processes to improve efficiency, ergonomics, safety, and malfunctions. Work with vendors to repair or install new equipment. Perform lockout/tagout and other safety procedures.

Essential Functions

• Have excellent attendance
• Utilize CMMS system to log all work and perform preventative maintenance
• Have advanced knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems
• Be able to work individually or assist other team members in troubleshooting and repairs
• Must be able to operate scissors lift, boom lift, and forklift safely
• Follow all company safety rules
• Be able to follow directions given by their team lead and/or supervisor
• Follow all company policies and procedures
• Possess and maintain a positive attitude
• Keep work area and the company premises safe, clean and organized
• Be able to work past the schedule as production issues may arise, or work additional shifts as needed (weekends, evenings, emergency call-ins)
• Perform any other duties as supervisor/manager sees fit

Job Qualifications And Physical Requirements

• Be able to stand on feet up to 12 hours a day
• Minimum of 1 year experience with laundry production maintenance (Kannegiesser, Jensen, Milnor, Ellis, or equivalent)
• Sufficient manual dexterity to work on equipment
• Must be able to lift and move up to 50lb
• Must be able to consistently meet physical requirements such as bending, twisting, pushing, and pulling