Maintenance Technician I - Training & Growth Path

UniFirst

Cicero (IN)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 33,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

UniFirst seeks a dependable Maintenance Tech I to join our team in Cicero, Indiana. You will perform repairs, maintenance, installation and troubleshooting of industrial equipment, systems and components in a Monday–Friday schedule with periodic night and weekend overtime.

On-the-job training is provided to support your career growth. You will use hand and power tools, read blueprints and schematics, and ensure safe operation of machinery while following engineering specifications.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.
Two-year technical degree preferred.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Valid driver’s license and safe driving record required.
Knowledgeable in maintenance equipment.
Minimum 6 months’ work experience repairing industrial processing equipment in a production environment.

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.
Inspect, clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears and other equipment parts; follow maintenance procedures.