Industrial Laundry Mechanic Iv; Pm Shift

Position: INDUSTRIAL LAUNDRY MECHANIC IV (PM SHIFT)
GENERAL PURPOSE The Mechanic IV will work under little to no supervision while demonstrating proficient knowledge on repair and maintenance of industrial laundry, and other equipment. This position is expected to diagnose, repair, and rebuild equipment while understanding and interpreting equipment blueprints and operation principles. In addition, performs preventive maintenance work and inspections of all equipment, prepares/maintains work records and reports of all work done.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Must follow preventive safety protocol as established by the company

Demonstrate safety awareness throughout the workday

Promote teamwork and common goal culture with all company employees

Troubleshoot and repair complex equipment/system malfunctions with minimal downtime

Fine-tune automated systems for required production efficiency and quality

Demonstrate leadership skills and supervise maintenance productivity on the plant floor

Mentor and train mechanics with hands-on and classroom settings to help them perform their roles better and establish a team atmosphere

Plan and layout projects, installation of equipment and all associated requirements and make value-driven recommendations

Perform, teach, and promote high-quality work with plant preventive maintenance program

Submit parts requests by looking up part in the manufacturer’s parts book, from the parts room shelf, or online

Maintain and improve building and equipment up to specifications of “show plant”Operation of machine and equipment for diagnostic purposes

Perform major welding, plumbing, and project work Perform team leader duties in his/her absence

Help others at all levels completing any laundry tasks

Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned

QUALIFICATIONSPreferably (5) five or more years of experience and/or training in industrial/commercial laundry equipment repair and maintenance or any combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

High school diploma or equivalent

Has certificates of completion for boiler, compressor, ironing lines, and tunnel washer automated systems training.

Ability to work varying shifts, weekends, and holidays

Able to install, troubleshoot, analyze and repair complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatically operated equipment with little to no assistance or supervision

Able to read and interpret equipment and site blueprints to promote rapid failure recoveries

Able to use power tools, scissor/man-lifts, hand trucks and forklifts

Experience using high level diagnostic equipment to properly troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and make appropriate repairs

Competent gas, ARC and MIG welder

Able to operate all machinery and equipment for diagnostic purposes

Effectively lift and handle various objects weighing up to 60 pounds

WORKING CONDITIONS AMOUNT OF TIME TYPICALLY SPENT ON ACTIVITY Inside work: protected from weather conditions

FREQUENTLYOCCASIONALLYRARELYNEVEROutside work: no effective protection from weather

FREQUENTLYOCCASIONALLYRARELYNEVERBoth inside and outside work: activities occur both inside and outside an office enclosure

FREQUENTLYOCCASIONALLYRARELYNEVERExtreme cold: below 32 degrees for periods of more than 1 hour throughout the normal course of a dayFREQUENTLYOCCASIONALLYRARELYNEVERExtreme heat: above 100 degrees for periods of more than 1 hour throughout the normal course of a dayFREQUENTLYOCCASIONALLYRARELYNEVERNoise: employees must shout to be heard over ambient noise level (hearing protection required)
FREQUENTLYOCCASIONALLYRARELYNEVERVibration: exposure to oscillating movements of extremities or whole body

FREQUENTLYOCCASIONALLYRARELYNEVERPotential hazards: moving parts, electricity, gas, scaffolding, chemicals, etc.

FREQUENTLYOCCASIONALLYRARELYNEVERTerminal viewing: extended viewing of screens

FREQUENTLYOCCASIONALLYRARELYNEVERAtmospheric conditions (in non-confined spaces): fumes, odors, mists, gases, poor ventilation, etc.

FREQUENTLYOCCASIONALLYRARELYNEVEROils: air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids

FREQUENTLYOCCASIONALLYRARELYNEVERRespirator: use of a respirator is required

FREQUENT…