MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
Company: Alsco
Location: Awendaw
Posted on: October 17, 2024
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Job Description:
Description Classification:
Non-Exempt We are Alsco Uniforms. We've been working hard for our
customers since 1889 when we invented the uniform and linen rental
industry. Alsco Uniforms has grown into a worldwide leader serving
over 350,000 customers in 13 countries. It's our job every day to
make every aspect of the customer experience better. Whatever our
customers need, Alsco Uniforms finds the answers that work for
them. Our employees are the heart and soul of Alsco Uniforms. As a
result, we have a long history of strong financial performance,
continuous improvement, and customer service. We're seeking driven
professionals with ambition to grow within our company. We'd love
to talk to you about how you can fit into our team of diverse
individuals and how your hard work will be rewarded with
competitive pay and benefits and ongoing career development. Join
our team and build your career with Alsco Uniforms! Job
Summary:
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for installing, repairing
and maintaining large industrial textile processing equipment, as
well as facility maintenance. Tasks include start-up and shut-down
procedures, electrical troubleshooting, maintaining and operating
boilers, welding and cutting, hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical,
and other systems. This position reports to the Chief Engineer. Our
full-time employees enjoy: 401K Plan with Company Match Medical,
Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
Vacation, Sick Time, Holidays Choice of Global Cash Card or Direct
Deposit Career Advancement Learning & Development Opportunities
Inclusive and Diverse Team Environment Essential Functions:
- Installs, repairs and performs preventative maintenance on
industrial processing equipment, water levels, water systems and
other equipment and systems.
- Troubleshoots electrical issues.
- Responds to daily maintenance requests in a timely fashion to
minimize equipment downtime.
- Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs of production
equipment.
- Diagnoses problems, replaces or repairs parts, tests and makes
adjustments.
- 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.
- Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops
and reviewing technical publications. Remains current on equipment
and repair procedures and best practices.
- Studies blueprints and manufacturers' manuals to determine
correct operation of machinery.
- Proficient in reading electrical schematics.
- Maintains accurate and timely records of maintenance
performed.
- 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.
- Minimum of two years maintenance engineering experience with
specific knowledge of machinery, electricity, electronics,
plumbing, hydraulics, pneumatics, welder and boiler
applications.
- Proficient in the proper use of power and hand tools.
- Strong electrical troubleshooting ability of 3 phase 230 volt
systems.
- PLC programming experience.
- Experience in carpentry, boiler repair, welding, and general
facility repairs.
- Good verbal and written communication skills in English, ability
to comprehend and follow direction, perform basic math, good time
management
- Must be a team player with enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in
work well done; self-starter dedicated to continual quality
improvement.
Education:
- High school graduate or equivalency preferred.
- Some locations may require relevant certifications, a boiler
license or PLC programming.
Typical Physical Activity:
- Standing, sitting, walking, bending, stooping, reaching,
twisting, kneeling, working in confined areas, reaching overhead,
driving a forklift, grasping, moving equipment, pushing, pulling,
moving loaded carts weighing up to 500 lbs, lifting and carrying up
to 100 lbs, reading, writing, speaking, hearing. 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.
The Maintenance Technician must perform the essential duties and
responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation
efficiently and accurately, and without causing significant safety
threat to self or others. The statements made herein are intended
to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by
employees assigned to this job classification. They are not
intended to be construed as an exhaustive and inclusive list of all
responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required of personnel so
classified. For a general description of benefits that are being
offered for this position, please visit alsco.com/benefits. Alsco
is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Revised: 04/29/2022 Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected
Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner
discriminate against employees or applicants because they have
inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of
another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access
to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as
a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of
other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise
have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is
(a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance
of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an
investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the
contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR
60-1.35(c)
Keywords: Alsco, Mount Pleasant , MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN, Professions , Awendaw, South Carolina
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