Maintenance Technician

Alsco; Eastover (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Alsco is looking for a Maintenance Technician in Eastover, North Carolina. The successful candidate will be responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining large industrial textile processing equipment along with overseeing facility maintenance.

This role requires proficiency in electrical troubleshooting and experience with welding, hydraulics, and PLC programming. Candidates should have a valid driver’s license and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of maintenance engineering experience with knowledge of machinery, electricity, and plumbing.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting ability for three-phase 230V systems.
• Proficient in the proper use of power and hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Installs, repairs and performs preventative maintenance on industrial processing equipment.
• Troubleshoots electrical issues and responds to maintenance requests.
• Maintains accurate records of maintenance performed.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Welding

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

PLC programming

Carpentry

Good communication skills

Basic math skills

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Tools

Power and hand tools

Forklift

Job description

Classification: Non-Exempt

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining large industrial textile processing equipment and facility maintenance. Tasks include start‑up and shut‑down procedures, electrical troubleshooting, boiler operation, welding and cutting, hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical systems, and other related systems. The 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.
• Responds to daily maintenance requests promptly to minimize equipment downtime.
• Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment.
• Diagnoses problems, replaces or repairs parts, tests, and makes adjustments.
• Looks for opportunities to continually improve maintenance processes.
• Works with all plant personnel cooperatively and professionally.
• Strictly adheres to all safety rules, policies, and procedures required by Alsco, law, and industry best practice.
• Ensures work is performed safely and efficiently.
• Makes use of technical knowledge by attending workshops and reviewing technical publications.
• Studies blueprints and manufacturer manuals to determine correct operation of machinery.
• Proficient in reading electrical schematics.
• Maintains accurate and timely records of maintenance performed.
• Follows written and verbal instructions and performs other tasks as directed by supervision.
• Complies with all Federal, State and local laws.

Additional Functions

• May work with and support other branch personnel as required by supervision.
• Drives and picks up parts, transports equipment and parts.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Minimum of two years of maintenance engineering experience with knowledge of machinery, electricity, electronics, plumbing, hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, and boiler applications.
• Proficient in the proper use of power and hand tools.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting ability for three‑phase 230 V systems.
• PLC programming experience.
• Experience in carpentry, boiler repair, welding, and general facility repairs.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Basic math skills, good time management, and self‑starter mindset.

Education

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

Typical Physical Activity

• Standing, sitting, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, kneeling.
• Working in confined areas, reaching overhead, operating a forklift, moving equipment and carts weighing up to 500 lbs, lifting and carrying up to 100 lbs.
• Reading, writing, speaking, hearing.

Typical Environmental Conditions

• Inside and outside areas of a typical industrial laundry facility.
• Exposure to large machinery, temperature variations, noise, odors, humidity, lint, and dust.
• General offices or outdoor grounds.

Travel Requirements

• Occasional travel to procure parts.

Alsco Uniforms is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status (including disabled veteran, recently separated veteran, armed forces service medal veteran, or active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran), or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.