Maintenance Technician I

About UniFirst:

The fabric of UniFirst is woven from its very unique family culture where our Team Partners enjoy a small company feel while taking advantage of the resources and stability that come with being a 2 billion-dollar organization.

UniFirst is an international leader in the $18 billion-dollar garment services industry. We currently employ over 14,000 team partners who serve 300,000 business customer locations throughout the U.S., Canada, and Europe. We were included in the top 10 of Selling Power magazine’s “Best Companies to Sell For” list and recognized on Forbes magazine’s “Platinum 400 – Best Big Companies” list. As an 80-year old company focused on annual growth, there’s never been a better time to join our team.

Job Summary:

Repairs, maintains, installs, and troubleshoots industrial equipment, systems, and components, including but not limited to large capacity washers and dryers, pneumatic and steam systems, conveyor systems, and boilers. Executes preventive/predictive maintenance, resolving safety concerns, and maintaining an industrial laundry facility. Performs indoor and outdoor facility and equipment repair. Performs maintenance tasks in accordance with all Company safety policies and approved maintenance procedures.

Job Detail:

A. Equipment and Facility Maintenance

• Uses common tools including but not limited to: hand and power tools such as

hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches, precision measuring instruments, and

electrical and electronic testing devices.

• Ensures safe operation of machinery, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic

systems equipment and components; following blueprints and schematics, operations

manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications.

• Troubleshoots sources of equipment problems.

• Examines parts and removes defective parts by dismantling devices using hand and

power tools, hoists, and cranes.

• Inspects used parts using measuring instruments.

• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels,

plumb bobs, and straight edges.

• Inspects motors and belts, checks fluid levels, replaces filters, and performs other

maintenance actions while following maintenance procedures.

B. Preventive Maintenance

• May be required to perform boiler chemical testing; records result in log books; and

makes necessary chemistry adjustments.

• May be required to perform daily and weekly safety checks on boilers and makes

necessary repairs.

• Upon proper training, may be required to perform wastewater pretreatment system

testing, recording results in logbooks; makes chemistry adjustments to maintain

regulatory requirements; and performs other maintenance tasks in the area and on

equipment on the wastewater pretreatment system.

• Records and analyzes meter readings of utilities in logs and takes corrective actions

where appropriate.

• Cleans and lubricates shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of location equipment.

• Follow all applicable Company preventive maintenance instructions

C. Safety

• Performs daily and weekly location and systems safety checks and follows up to

address concerns.

• Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures and

regulations.

• Performs Lockout/Tagout procedures where appropriate.

• Performs Confined Space procedures where appropriate.

D. Administration

• Utilizes a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for all repair and

preventive maintenance activities.

• Maintenance Records

• Utilizes preventive maintenance records on all equipment and systems.

• Records equipment failure, problems, parts used and steps taken to make repairs.

• Adheres to the daily use of the shift change log.

• Performs boiler chemical testing. Records results in the logs.

• Performs daily and weekly safety checks on boilers and makes necessary repairs.

• Records meter readings of gas, electric, and water in logs.

• Equipment File

• Utilizes an accurate equipment file.

• Utilizes a repair parts list and equipment contact vendor list.

E. Inventory Control

• Assists with conserving maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as

needed to accomplish job results.

• Monitors equipment, parts, and supplies.

F. Personal Development

• Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical

publications, and establishing professional networks, and attending job-required

training.

G. General Duties

• Anticipates maintenance issues and takes corrective action to reduce or eliminate

downtime.

• Communicates with Management if there are any issues that may result in downtime for

the operation.

• Responds to emergency alarms.

• Provides maintenance information to appropriate partners.

• Assists other maintenance personnel with emergency and non-emergency repairs.

• Executes assignments on an action list (including non-maintenance related items)

prepared by the Maintenance Supervisor and approved by the Production Manager.

• Mentors Maintenance Utility, Maintenance Custodian Technician, and Maintenance

Trainee staff members.

Performs all other duties as assigned by location management.

Requirements:

Experience –

Equipment Maintenance Knowledge – Minimum of 6 months’ work experience repairing industrial processing equipment in a production environment. Applicable technical training and/or military experience will be considered.

Ability to read blueprints and schematics required.

Ability to read and understand maintenance literature printed in English required.

Basic computer skills required.

Experience using Hand & Power tools required.

Lockout/Tagout knowledge required.

Prior welding experience including MIG, TIG, ARC, cutting, and brazing preferred.

Experience with formalized safety programs preferred.

Prior experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System preferred.

HVAC experience preferred.

Boiler knowledge preferred.

A. Competencies:

• Prioritization - Prioritizes tasks properly to meet deadlines; manages time wisely to

ensure maximal efficiency and productivity.

• Problem Analysis - Recognizes the existence of problems; identifies the true nature of

problems by assessing component parts; determines the underlying causes of

problems and identifies information to gather to help solve them.

• Critical Thinking - Uses reasoning to formulate general rules or principles and apply

them to work; identifies flaws in logical reasoning; accurately detects underlying themes or patterns in data.

Disclaimer Statement: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an

exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or working conditions associated with a job. It

is intended to be only a general description of the principal requirements common to positions

of this type.

Education –

High school Diploma or GED required. Two-year technical degree in an appropriate background preferred.

Additional Requirements –

Driving ability:

A. 18 years of age

B. Valid non-commercial driver’s license

Assessment:

Must take proctored assessment to determine that candidate has the minimum knowledge needed for the position.

UniFirst is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.

UniFirst is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to TalentAcquisition@unifirst.com or call to let us know the nature of your request.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $19.52 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Maintenance: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• St. Louis, MO (Required)

Work Location: In person