Maintenance Technician I: Training, Growth & Overtime

UniFirst Corporation; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

UniFirst is seeking a reliable Maintenance Tech I to join our team in Springfield, MO. You will perform repairs, maintenance, installation and troubleshooting on industrial equipment, with a standard Monday–Friday schedule and periodic night/weekend overtime.

On-the-job training is provided as you support essential facility operations. You will work with hand and power tools, read blueprints, and use CMMS to log activities while ensuring safe operation of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Two-year technical degree preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver's license and a safe driving record required.
• Knowledgeable in maintenance equipment.
• Minimum of 6 months of work experience repairing industrial processing equipment in a production environment.
• Must pass UniFirst's maintenance knowledge assessment test.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Ability to read maintenance literature in English.
• Basic computer and Microsoft Office skills.
• Lockout / Tagout experience required.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Utilize hand/power tools, precision measurement tools, and electronic testing devices.
• Ensure safe operation of machinery and related systems.
• Follow blueprints, schematics, manuals, and engineering specifications.
• Troubleshoot equipment problems using precise measuring and testing instruments.
• Perform boiler chemical and wastewater pre-treatment testing and adjust chemicals as required.
• Perform daily and weekly safety checks on boilers and repairs as needed.
• Record and analyze utility meter readings and take corrective actions.
• Conduct daily/weekly location and system safety checks and address concerns.
• Inspect motors, belts, fluids, and replace filters per procedures.
• Inspect, clean, lubricate shafts and bearings per manual.
• Use a Computerized Maintenance Management System.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Measurement tools

Electronic testing devices

Blueprints & schematics

Maintenance knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two-year technical degree (preferred)

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

UniFirst is seeking a reliable Maintenance Tech I to join our team in Springfield, MO. You will perform repairs, maintenance, installation and troubleshooting on industrial equipment, with a standard Monday–Friday schedule and periodic night/weekend overtime.

On-the-job training is provided as you support essential facility operations. You will work with hand and power tools, read blueprints, and use CMMS to log activities while ensuring safe operation of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and