Maintenance Supervisor: Travel, Training & Growth

UniFirst Corp.; Buena Vista (PA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Skills training

Career growth

Company culture

Diversity

Job summary

UniFirst in New Kensington, PA is seeking a reliable Maintenance Supervisor to keep facility equipment running and drive maintenance improvements. The role includes supervising staff, planning preventive maintenance, and managing budgets and safety compliance.

Qualified candidates will have a technical degree, multiple years of maintenance experience, and the ability to travel as needed. UniFirst offers on‑the‑job training, career growth, and a strong team culture.

Qualifications

• High school or GED preferred.
• Two-year technical degree preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record required.
• Willingness to travel on 10-day road trips with 4 days off.
• Must reside in EST/CST time zones.
• Pass UniFirst’s maintenance knowledge assessment.
• Knowledge of maintenance equipment including wiring and mechanics.
• 3+ years in repairing industrial processing equipment.
• 2+ years supervising maintenance personnel preferred.
• Maintenance administration experience including planning, scheduling, budgeting, vendor management, and CMMS is required.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience with Hand & Power tools.
• Lockout/Tagout experience required.
• Overtime availability.
• Lift up to 80 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose mechanical/electrical problems and determine corrective action using blueprints and manuals.
• Inspect, operate, and test machinery to diagnose malfunctions.
• Perform basic welding to repair facilities and equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair PLCs and control systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on facilities and production assets.
• Follow blueprints/schematics using a documented schedule.
• Manage maintenance repairs outside standard hours.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance within the department.
• Train and develop maintenance personnel.
• Utilize a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Collaborate with Production Manager on budget for building/equipment.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

PLC troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Diagnose electro-mechanical issues

Preventive maintenance

Budget management

Safety compliance

MS Office

Hand & Power tools

Education

High school / GED

Two-year technical degree

Tools

Lockout/Tagout

Job description

UniFirst in New Kensington, PA is seeking a reliable Maintenance Supervisor to keep facility equipment running and drive maintenance improvements. The role includes supervising staff, planning preventive maintenance, and managing budgets and safety compliance.

Qualified candidates will have a technical degree, multiple years of maintenance experience, and the ability to travel as needed. UniFirst offers on‑the‑job training, career growth, and a strong team culture.