Job Title: Maintenance Worker
Classification:
Non-Exempt
Starting Hourly Base Rate: $18.00
Job Summary:
The Maintenance Worker is responsible for regular preventative maintenance of large industrial textile processing equipment, as well as facility maintenance. Assists the Maintenance Technician and/or Chief Engineer as required. This position reports to the Chief Engineer.
Essential Functions:
- Performs basic maintenance duties, including monitoring oil levels and performing regular preventative maintenance of grease fittings, lint traps, shaker screen barrels, limited electrical troubleshooting.
- Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
- Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
- A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required.
- Assists in problem resolution in an effort to minimize equipment downtime.
- Looks for opportunities to continually improve maintenance processes.
- Works with all plant personnel in a cooperative and professional manner.
- Strictly adheres to all safety rules, policies and procedures required by Alsco, law, and what is recognized as common practice in the industry.
- Ensures work is performed safely and efficiently.
- Follows written and verbal instructions and performs other tasks as directed by supervision.
- Complies with all Federal, State and local laws.
Additional Functions:
- May work with and support other branch personnel as required by supervision.
- Drive and pick up parts, transport equipment, parts, etc.
Qualifications:
- Have and maintain a valid driver’s license and driving record free of chargeable accidents, speeding or other safety violations.
- Demonstrate adequate mechanical aptitude.
- Proficient in the proper use of power and hand tools.
- Good verbal and written communication skills in English, ability to comprehend and follow direction, perform basic math, good time management and team member skills.
- Must be a team player with enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in work well done; self-starter dedicated to continual quality improvement.
- Additional training in the following area(s) preferred: plumbing, electrical, steam, controls, PLC, welding, and mechanical systems.
Education:
- High school graduate or equivalency preferred.
Work Environment and Requirements:
- Standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, twisting, and working in confined spaces.
- Reaching overhead and working at heights using ladders or lifts (15 feet or more).
- Lift and carry up to 100 lbs. and pushing or pulling carts up to 500 lbs.
- Operating forklifts and other industrial equipment. Reading, writing, speaking, and hearing.
- Work performed in an industrial laundry facility, both indoors and outdoors.
- Exposure to large machinery, moving equipment, noise, heat, humidity, lint, dust, and varying temperatures.
- May involve use of respirators, operation of industrial equipment, and entry into confined spaces following safety procedures.
- Occasional local travel for parts procurement or training.
Typical Environmental Conditions:
- Inside and outside areas of a typical industrial laundry facility, which includes working with and around large machinery, variations in temperature, noise, odors, humidity, lint and dust, in general offices or on outside grounds.
Travel Requirements:
- Occasionally, such as to procure parts.
Our Benefits:
- 401 K Plan with Company Match
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and FSA/HSA
- Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
- Vacation, Sick Time, Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Benefits may vary for positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
For a general description of benefits that are being offered for this position, please visit alsco.com/benefits.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Alsco Uniforms provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. The Company also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.
Thank you for your interest in joining Alsco Uniforms. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background and safety sensitive drug screening.
Revised: 04/29/2022
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