Maintenance Technician I: Hands-On Repair & Growth

UniFirst; Kittanning (Armstrong County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

UniFirst seeks a Maintenance Tech I in the United States to join the team. You will repair, maintain, install and troubleshoot industrial equipment and systems, with a standard Monday–Friday week and occasional overtime.

You will perform safety and boiler tests, read blueprints and manuals, and use CMMS for records. The role requires basic computer skills, a valid license, and ability to lift up to 80 lbs.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Two-year technical degree preferred.
• Must pass UniFirst’s maintenance knowledge assessment test.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics is required.
• Ability to read and understand maintenance literature printed in English is required.
• Basic computer and Microsoft Office skills are required.
• Lockout/Tagout experience is required.
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Utilize hand/power tools, precision measurement tools, and electronic testing devices.
• Ensure safe operation of machinery, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems and components.
• Follow blueprints, schematics, operation manuals, manufacturers instructions, and engineering specifications.
• Troubleshoot sources of equipment problems through observation and use of precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Perform boiler chemical and wastewater pre-treatment system testing and adjust chemicals as required.
• Perform daily and weekly safety checks on boilers and make necessary repairs.
• Record and analyze meter readings of utilities and take corrective actions.
• Perform daily and weekly location/system safety checks and address concerns; inspect shafts, bearings, gears and other parts.
• Utilize a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Lockout/Tagout

Computer literacy

Maintenance knowledge

Reading maintenance literature

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two-year technical degree

Tools

Hand & power tools

Precision measurement tools

MS Office

Job description

UniFirst seeks a Maintenance Tech I in the United States to join the team. You will repair, maintain, install and troubleshoot industrial equipment and systems, with a standard Monday–Friday week and occasional overtime.

You will perform safety and boiler tests, read blueprints and manuals, and use CMMS for records. The role requires basic computer skills, a valid license, and ability to lift up to 80 lbs.