Maintenance Mechanic - RMC Los Angeles

Republic Master Chefs; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading uniform and linen service provider in Southern California, dedicated to quality and teamwork. This full-time position involves maintaining and repairing plant equipment, ensuring machinery operates smoothly, and preparing maintenance records. Ideal candidates should have a strong mechanical background, be able to troubleshoot effectively, and possess basic computer skills. Enjoy a supportive work environment with competitive pay and benefits, including health insurance and a 401(k) plan. If you are passionate about maintenance and eager to contribute to a family-owned business, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively.
• Experience working on machinery and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation.
• Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical skills

Plumbing

Welding

Carpentry

Basic computer skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

We are Southern California’s leader in uniform and linen services – family owned and operated since 1932.

Our proud heritage of quality service started 89 years, and the operation has remained in the family ever since for 4 generations.

Republic Master Chefs services the restaurant, hospitality, and tourism industries in Southern California, from San Diego to Palm Springs to Santa Barbara and everywhere in-between. We provide restaurant table linens, chef coats, cook shirts and pants, server uniforms, aprons and kitchen towels, butcher coats, sheets, bath towels, mats, mops, restroom services, and many other supplies. Our values of teamwork, quality, and service have been at the heart of what we do and have strengthened our brands and business relationships.

All employees / New employees must be fully vaccinated with the Covid Vaccine!

Job Summary:

This position is responsible but not limited to new Installs, repairing and maintaining plant equipment and property as directed by the Chief Engineer. Maintaining inventory supplies and preparing maintenance records. Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, to engineering specifications.

Job Responsibilities:

• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists and hand and power tools; examining form and texture of parts.
• Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts; using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
• Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.
• Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
• Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt.
• Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Morning start-up and/or evening shutdown of all equipment including the boilers, pumps/tanks/valves, air compressors, water softeners, soil systems, conveyor systems, tunnel washers, conventional washers , dryers, feeder/ironer/folder systems, small piece folders, steam tunnels, cart washers and all other plant equipment

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Skills:

• Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively.
• Basic computer skills
• Experience working on machinery, Electrical, plumbing, welding, carpentry and boiler applications.
• Ability to trouble shoot from operation manuals, manufactures instruction electrical schematics at a basic level.
• Must have hand tools and power tool experience.

Physical:

• Must be able to walk or stand for long periods at a time during a full time shift.
• Handling the maintenance task of stooping, pulling, or pushing and working in cramped spaces.
• Be able to lift, push or pull 50 lbs. or more.

Working conditions:

Some exposure to extreme degrees of heat, noise, dust and dirt.

**Due to the customers that we serve, all employees/ new employees, must be fully vaccinated**

Job Type:

Full-time

Salary:

$20.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location:

In person

American Textile Maintenance Co.provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.