Traveling Maintenance Supervisor: PLCs, Boilers, Safety

UniFirst Corp.

Murrysville (Westmoreland County)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 110,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

UniFirst is hiring a Maintenance Supervisor at our New Kensington facility to lead maintenance staff and ensure equipment runs reliably. The role covers troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, budget oversight, and safety compliance in a fast-paced industrial setting.

You’ll diagnose problems, supervise technicians, read blueprints, and coordinate travel as needed. On-the-job training is provided, and eligibility includes a 21+ age requirement and a valid driver's license.

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.
This is a traveling position that requires employees to be on the road for 10 consecutive days, from Monday through the following Wednesday, followed by 4 consecutive days off, from Thursday through Sunday.
Candidates must be willing and able to travel and work away from home during the 10-day travel period.
Candidates should reside within the Eastern (EST) or Central (CST) Time Zones.
Must pass UniFirst’s maintenance knowledge assessment to be eligible for employment.
Knowledgeable in maintenance equipment. This includes wiring, electrical, mechanical, electronic components, pipe systems and plumbing required.
Minimum of 3 years of work experience repairing industrial processing equipment in a production environment required. Applicable military experience will be considered.
Minimum of 2 years of experience supervising maintenance personnel is preferred.
Maintenance administration experience including planning, scheduling, budgeting, negotiating, parts management, vendor management, maintenance management systems is required.
Ability to read blueprints and schematics is required.
Ability to read and understand maintenance literature printed in English required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office skills is required.
Experience in Hand & Power tools is required.
Lockout / Tagout experience is required
Ability to work overtime as needed is required.
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 machine malfunctions.
Performing basic welding activities to effect repairs on facilities and equipment.
Troubleshoot and repair Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s) and associated control systems.
Perform and assign all preventive maintenance on facility and production assets.
Follow blueprints, schematics, operations manuals, manufacturer’s instructions, and engineering specifications using a documented schedule.
Perform boiler chemical and wastewater pre-treatment system testing, record results in logbooks / computer systems and make necessary chemical adjustments as required.
Manage and assign all equipment maintenance, including repairs which cannot be completed during standard hours.
Assume responsibility for all shifts in the maintenance department.
Oversee and implement all maintenance related regulatory and environmental compliance requirements.
Assume responsibility for all aspects of safety within the maintenance department.
Perform Confined Space and Lockout / Tagout procedures where appropriate.
Monitor training status of technicians and provide time for required training as needed.
Utilize a Computerized Maintenance Management System.
Partner with the Production Manager to develop, manage and maintain budget for building, equipment, capital expenditures and parts/labor.
Train and develop maintenance partners.
Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.