Sr. Maintenance Technician

Unrivaled Teamwear; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 41,328 - 55,104; Full time

Job summary

Unrivaled Teamwear is seeking a Sr. Maintenance Technician to lead maintenance across production and facility systems. You will diagnose, repair, and improve reliability of electrical, PLC-controlled, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems, including HVAC, boilers, and fire suppression.

This role requires hands-on leadership and collaboration with cross-functional teams. The position emphasizes root-cause analysis, safety compliance, and ability to work with contractors to ensure uptime

Qualifications

• 5+ years industrial maintenance experience in manufacturing or distribution.
• Strong hands-on experience with electrical, mechanical, and facility systems.
• Experience with HVAC, boilers, plumbing, and fire suppression systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair complex failures in production and facility equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems including control circuits and power distribution.
• Perform advanced mechanical repairs and support PM programs.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to maintenance team members.
• Coordinate with contractors and vendors for safe, compliant work.

Skills

Electrical systems

PLC troubleshooting

Mechanical repair

Welding & fabrication

Forklift operation

Reading schematics

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical or Trade School preferred

Tools

CMMS MaintainX

Job description

Position Summary The Sr. Maintenance Technician is a senior, hands‑on technical leader responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving the reliability of all production equipment and facility systems. This role serves as a site-wide technical expert supporting electrical systems, PLC‑controlled equipment, pneumatics, hydraulics, mechanical systems, plumbing, boilers, fire suppression systems, HVAC infrastructure, and overall building operations.

Pay: Starting at $35/hour

About Unrivaled Teamwear Unrivaled Teamwear serves as the parent company of Champion Teamwear, Gear for Sports, and Knights Apparel, each an industry leader in the sports and team apparel space. Our family of brands know what goes into great decorated garments, using top‑quality fabrics and offering creative decoration options. Each brand offers customers a premier selection and exceptional service for all their sportswear needs, from t‑shirts and caps to fleece, performance wear, and outerwear.

Key Responsibilities

Advanced Troubleshooting & Repair

• Diagnose and repair complex failures in production and facility equipment using structured root‑cause analysis.
• Troubleshoot industrial electrical systems, including control circuits and power distribution across single‑phase and three‑phase systems, ranging from low voltage (24 VDC control circuits, 120 VAC, 208 VAC) to higher voltage systems (240 VAC, 277 VAC, and 480 VAC), including electrical panels, transformers, switchgear, breakers, motor controls, VFDs, and facility power distribution infrastructure.
• Install, troubleshoot, and repair single‑phase and three‑phase motors, starters, contactors, and controls.
• Support PLC‑controlled equipment troubleshooting including I/O validation and fault diagnostics.
• Perform advanced mechanical repairs (bearings, gearboxes, belts, shafts, alignment).
• Troubleshoot pneumatic and hydraulic systems (valves, cylinders, regulators, pumps, pressure systems).

Facilities, HVAC & Utility Systems

• Troubleshoot and repair HVAC systems including rooftop units, heating, cooling, ventilation, exhaust, and make‑up air systems.
• Maintain and support boilers, compressed air systems, and facility utilities.
• Perform plumbing repairs, piping modifications, and valve replacements/exchanges.
• Support building systems to ensure uptime and operational continuity.

Fire Protection & Life Safety Systems

• Support fire suppression systems including sprinkler systems and related infrastructure.
• Assist with and/or coordinate monthly, quarterly, and annual inspections and testing.
• Ensure compliance with applicable fire codes and safety regulations.
• Coordinate with contractors, inspectors, and Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).

Construction, Facilities Improvements & Contractor Coordination

• Support basic construction activities including minor build‑outs, infrastructure modifications, and equipment installations.
• Assist with facility layout changes, department moves, and workspace modifications.
• Coordinate and oversee contractors and vendors to ensure safe, compliant, and quality work execution.
• Support CAPEX and OPEX‑related facility and maintenance projects.

Fabrication & Equipment Modification

• Perform welding (MIG/TIG preferred), cutting, and fabrication from raw materials.
• Modify or build components to support repairs, upgrades, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Support custom solutions to improve equipment performance and reliability.

Conveyors & Warehouse Systems

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair conveyor systems including belt‑driven and motorized conveyors, rollers, drives, sensors, and material flow systems.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues impacting conveyor performance, including tracking, alignment, and drive functionality.
• Perform preventative maintenance to ensure reliability and minimize downtime across material handling systems.
• Support warehouse infrastructure including racking systems, pallet flow systems, and overall material handling environments.
• Apply strong mechanical knowledge of gears, shafts, bearings, chains, belts, and fasteners to maintain system performance.
• Ensure safe, efficient material flow and support overall warehouse operational continuity.

Material Handling Equipment (MHE)

• Safely operate forklifts including sit‑down, stand‑up, and propane units.
• Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting on forklifts and powered industrial equipment.
• Support overall material handling system functionality and safety.

Safety, Compliance & Reliability

• Perform all work in compliance with OSHA standards and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Follow NFPA 70/70E electrical safety standards and arc‑flash requirements.
• Support safety audits, inspections, and compliance initiatives.
• Identify reliability risks and implement corrective and preventative actions.

Leadership & Technical Support

• Act as a technical escalation point for equipment downtime and critical issues.
• Prioritize and coordinate maintenance activities to minimize production impact.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to maintenance team members.
• Support cross‑functional teams including production, engineering, and facilities.

CMMS & Documentation

• Accurately document maintenance work using CMMS/Maintain X and work order systems.
• Track repairs, preventative maintenance, and equipment history.
• Support development of PM programs and reliability improvements.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Technical or Trade School preferred.
• Minimum of 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience in manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Strong hands‑on experience with electrical, mechanical, and facility systems.
• Experience with HVAC, boilers, plumbing, and fire suppression systems preferred.
• Welding and fabrication experience required/preferred.
• Experience operating and maintaining forklifts and material handling equipment.
• Experience working with contractors and facility projects preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across electrical, mechanical, and industrial systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Working knowledge of PLC systems and automated equipment.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).
• Understanding of NFPA 70/70E standards.
• EPA 608 certification or HVAC knowledge preferred.
• Familiarity with fire protection systems and inspection processes.
• Basic construction and facility systems knowledge.
• Welding and fabrication capability.
• Ability to operate forklifts and industrial equipment safely.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to operate tools, reach, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, and lift up to 50 lbs or more with assistance. Work involves the use of tools, machinery, and maintenance equipment in various physical positions.

Work Environment This position operates in a manufacturing and industrial facility environment with exposure to moving equipment, noise, temperature changes, dust, and chemicals. Work may occur indoors and outdoors, including elevated areas and confined spaces. PPE is required at all times.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the associate. Other duties will be assigned as needed.

EOE/AA: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing as well as participate in E‑Verify.