Traveling Maintenance Supervisor

UniFirst Corp.; Luxor (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training programs

Career growth

Diversity

Job summary

UniFirst’s New Kensington, PA location is seeking a reliable Maintenance Supervisor to ensure facility equipment runs efficiently and to identify improvements in processes, maintenance practices and staff training. The role offers on-the-job training and immediate opening after a 90-day probationary period with eligibility for a $5,000 new hire incentive.

You will diagnose, repair and maintain mechanical/electrical systems, PLCs, and safety programs while managing a team across shifts.

Qualifications

• High school and/or GED is preferred.
• Two-year technical degree in an appropriate background is preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record are required.
• Travel in 10-day blocks with 4 days off; must reside in EST/CST zones.
• Willingness to travel and work away from home during travel periods.
• Must pass UniFirst’s maintenance knowledge assessment.
• Knowledge of maintenance equipment incl. wiring, electrical, mechanical, electronic components, pipe systems and plumbing.
• Minimum 3 years repairing industrial processing equipment; military experience considered.
• Minimum 2 years supervising maintenance personnel preferred.
• Maintenance admin experience: planning, scheduling, budgeting, parts/vendor management, CMMS.
• Ability to read blueprints/schematics.
• Ability to read English maintenance literature.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Experience with hand & power tools.
• Lockout/Tagout experience.
• Overtime availability.
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose mechanical and electrical problems and determine corrective action by checking blueprints, schematics, repair manuals and parts catalogs.
• Inspect, operate, and test machinery and equipment to diagnose malfunctions.
• Perform basic welding activities to effect repairs on facilities and equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair PLCs and associated control systems.
• Perform and assign preventive maintenance on facility and production assets.
• Follow blueprints, schematics, operations manuals, and specifications with a documented schedule.
• Perform boiler chemical and wastewater testing and adjust as needed.
• Manage and assign all equipment maintenance including after-hours work.
• Oversee all shifts in the maintenance department.
• Ensure compliance with maintenance-related regulatory and environmental requirements.
• Maintain safety across the department.
• Perform Lockout/Tagout procedures where appropriate.
• Monitor technician training and schedule required trainings.
• Use a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Collaborate with Production Manager to manage budget for building, equipment, capex and parts/labor.
• Train and develop maintenance staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Mechanical/Electrical repair

PLC systems

Preventive maintenance

Blueprints/schematics

Budgeting & planning

Supervisory experience

Maintenance system

MS Office

Hand & power tools

Lockout/Tagout

Travel readiness

Education

Two-year technical degree

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical wiring knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Welding tools

Diagnostics tooling

Job description

UniFirst’s New Kensington, PA location is seeking a reliable Maintenance Supervisor to ensure facility equipment runs efficiently and to identify improvements in processes, maintenance practices and staff training. The role offers on-the-job training and immediate opening after a 90-day probationary period with eligibility for a $5,000 new hire incentive.

You will diagnose, repair and maintain mechanical/electrical systems, PLCs, and safety programs while managing a team across shifts.