Plant Maintenance Mechanic

Canadian-Linen-; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Vestis Corporation in Chicago, IL is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to support high‑volume industrial laundry operations. You will perform preventative maintenance on washers, dryers, and related equipment, troubleshoot issues, and ensure safety standards are met on a day shift.

You must have a high school diploma or equivalent and 3–5 years of maintenance experience. The role requires the ability to read manuals, follow schematics, and work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3–5 years maintenance experience.
• Ability to read manuals and schematics.
• Able to work on a production floor around machinery.

Responsibilities

• Maintain plant equipment including washers and dryers.
• Repair and replace equipment as needed.
• Troubleshoot technical issues using manuals and schematics.
• Order parts and tools per procurement policy.
• Maintain daily maintenance schedules and records.
• Ensure safety and housekeeping in production areas.
• Work overtime and weekends as required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Preventive maintenance

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Attendance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Shift: Monday - Friday, 2pm-10:30pm

Performs work as part of a team in an industrial laundry facility. Responsible for the safe, expeditious, and accurate performance of routine in reference to a daily preventative maintenance schedule in and around the laundry facility.

Responsibilities / Essential Functions

Essential duties and responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:

• Maintains all plant equipment to include high volume industrial washers and or dryers.
• Repairs, replaces equipment when necessary; Performs basic plumbing, mechanical, and electrical work.
• Ability to trouble-shoot and solve technical issues by following technical manuals and schematics;
• Orders necessary parts, tools, and equipment in a timely manner by following company procurement policy;
• Maintains a proper Daily Schedule Control for equipment maintenance and preventative maintenance schedule and record;
• Conducts daily removal and processing of waste solids generated from treatment process;
• Performs equipment troubleshooting, makes necessary repairs, and completes preventative maintenance and housekeeping practices for all related wastewater hardware;
• Maintains safe and clean work environment, and observes best practices in all production activities;
• Uses safety precautions, follows electrical lock-out tag-out procedures for equipment, and adheres to all safe work practices and policies for all safety, boiler, and wastewater treatment procedures;
• Other duties as required or assigned

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Demonstrated mechanical and basic electrical aptitude;
• Familiar with standard maintenance procedures, preventative maintenance schedules, and proper safety techniques;
• Basic knowledge of industrial laundry equipment and required codes;
• Ability to comprehend and perform all required training, written, and verbal instructions;
• Good verbal and/or written communication skills;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Ability to meet attendance schedule; Work is based on a shift schedule, and may include weekends. Overtime required as needed.

Working Environment / Safety Requirements

• Work is performed in a high volume production warehouse setting and regularly exposed to outside weather conditions, extreme heat and cold conditions as well as dust and noise.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions;
• Requires the ability to routinely move, lift, carry, push, or pull items weighing up to 25 lbs, and occasionally up to 50 lbs;
• Requires bending, reaching, pulling, pushing, twisting, and lifting;
• Requires the use of hands for grasping and other manipulations;
• Requires standing and walking for long periods of time;
• Must be able to work from elevated heights using ladders, mezzanines, and aerial lifts.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required; 3-5 years’ maintenance experience

Compensation: The hourly rate for this position ranges from $32.65 to $36.65, depending on circumstances including an applicant’s skills and qualifications, certain degrees and certifications, prior job experience, market data, and other relevant factors.