Maintenance Supervisor – Travel-Ready Leader

UniFirst Corp.; Schenley (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

New hire incentive bonus $5,000

Job summary

UniFirst’s New Kensington, PA location is seeking a reliable Maintenance Supervisor to lead the maintenance team, ensuring facility equipment operates efficiently. You will diagnose issues, supervise preventive maintenance, and drive safety and regulatory compliance.

We offer on-the-job training, growth opportunities, and a New Hire Incentive Bonus of $5,000 after 90 days, subject to policy. Applicants should be prepared for a travel schedule and possess strong maintenance skills.

Qualifications

• High school and/or GED is preferred.
• Two-year technical degree in an appropriate background is preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record are required.
• Traveling position: be on the road for 10 consecutive days, then 4 days off.
• Reside within Eastern (EST) or Central (CST) Time Zones.
• Pass UniFirst’s maintenance knowledge assessment.
• Knowledgeable in maintenance equipment incl. wiring, electrical, mechanical, plumbing.
• Minimum 3 years repairing industrial processing equipment; 2 years supervising maintenance preferred.
• Maintenance administration experience including planning, scheduling, budgeting, vendor management, and CMMS is required.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics; read maintenance literature in English; proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Experience with Hand & Power tools; Lockout/Tagout experience; ability to work overtime; lift up to 80 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose mechanical and electrical problems and determine corrective action.
• Inspect, operate, and test machinery to diagnose malfunctions.
• Perform basic welding for repairs.
• Troubleshoot PLCs and control systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on facility and production assets.
• Follow blueprints and specifications with a documented schedule.
• Test boiler chemical and wastewater pre-treatment systems and log results.
• Manage and assign all equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Oversee all shifts in the maintenance department.
• Ensure safety, regulatory, and environmental compliance.
• Train and develop maintenance staff.
• Utilize a CMMS for maintenance activities.
• Develop and manage budget with Production Manager.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Maintenance knowledge

PLC troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

MS Office

Electrical wiring

Lockout/Tagout

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two-year technical degree

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

UniFirst’s New Kensington, PA location is seeking a reliable Maintenance Supervisor to lead the maintenance team, ensuring facility equipment operates efficiently. You will diagnose issues, supervise preventive maintenance, and drive safety and regulatory compliance.

We offer on-the-job training, growth opportunities, and a New Hire Incentive Bonus of $5,000 after 90 days, subject to policy. Applicants should be prepared for a travel schedule and possess strong maintenance skills.