Maintenance Technician I: Training & Growth Path

UniFirst; Shelbyville (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

UniFirst is seeking a reliable Maintenance Tech I to join our team. You will handle repairs, maintenance, installation and troubleshooting of industrial equipment and systems, following blueprints and engineering specs.

The role includes safety checks, boiler/pre-treatment testing, and using a CMMS system. We offer a standard Monday–Friday week with periodic night and weekend overtime and on-the-job training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Two-year technical degree preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record are required.
• Minimum of 6 months working experience repairing industrial processing equipment in a production environment is required.
• Applicable military experience will be considered.
• Must pass UniFirst’s maintenance knowledge assessment test to be eligible for employment.
• 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 is required.
• Lockout / Tagout experience is required.
• Ability to work overtime as needed 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, record results in logbooks / computer systems and make necessary chemical adjustments as required
• Perform daily and weekly safety checks on boilers and make necessary repairs as required.
• Record and analyze meter readings of utilities in long and take corrective actions when necessary.
• Perform daily and weekly location/system safety checks and follow up to address concerns. Inspect motor, belts, fluid levels, replace filters and perform other maintenance actions in accordance with maintenance procedures.
• Inspect, clean and lubricate shafts, bearings gears and other equipment parts in accordance with work procedures and technical manual.
• Utilize a Computerized Maintenance Management System. Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Blueprints

Lockout/Tagout

English reading

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two-year technical degree (preferred)

Job description

UniFirst is seeking a reliable Maintenance Tech I to join our team. You will handle repairs, maintenance, installation and troubleshooting of industrial equipment and systems, following blueprints and engineering specs.

The role includes safety checks, boiler/pre-treatment testing, and using a CMMS system. We offer a standard Monday–Friday week with periodic night and weekend overtime and on-the-job training.