Maintenance Worker, Maintenance Technician ​/ Mechanic, Building Maintenance

Charleston, SC 29405, USA

Alsco Uniforms has been a leader in the uniform and linen rental industry since 1889. With a global presence serving over 350,000 customers in 13 countries, we strive to enhance every aspect of the customer experience. Our employees are the heart of Alsco Uniforms, and we value financial performance, continuous improvement, and customer service excellence. We invite driven professionals to join our diverse team and grow within the company.

The Maintenance Worker is responsible for regular preventative maintenance of large industrial textile processing equipment and facility maintenance. The position assists the Maintenance Technician and/or Chief Engineer and reports to the Chief Engineer.

Hourly Base Pay: $22-$26

• 401K Plan with Company Match
• Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Vacation, Sick Time, Holidays
• Choice of Global Cash Card or Direct Deposit
• Inclusive and Diverse Team Environment

Benefits may vary for positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

• Perform basic maintenance duties, including monitoring oil levels and performing regular preventative maintenance of grease fittings, lint traps, shaker screen barrels, and limited electrical troubleshooting.
• Follow instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform job functions.
• Use limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Exercise creativity and latitude as required.
• Assist in problem resolution to minimize equipment downtime.
• Pursue opportunities to continually improve maintenance processes.
• Work cooperatively and professionally with all plant personnel.
• Strictly adhere to all safety rules, policies, and procedures required by Alsco, law, and industry best practices.
• Ensure work is performed safely and efficiently.
• Follow written and verbal instructions and perform other tasks as directed by supervision.
• Comply with all Federal, State, and local laws.

• Work with and support branch personnel as required by supervision.
• Drive and pick up parts, transport equipment and parts, etc.

• Have and maintain a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude and proficiency with power and hand tools.
• Adept at basic math, time management, and effective communication in English.
• Be a team player with enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in high-quality work.
• Self‑starter dedicated to continuous quality improvement.
• High school graduate or equivalency preferred.

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 up to 500 lbs, lifting and carrying up to 100 lbs, reading, writing, speaking, hearing.

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 outdoor grounds.

Occasionally, such as to procure parts.

The Maintenance Worker must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately, and without causing a significant safety threat to self or others. The statements made herein describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification.

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Alsco Uniforms is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Candidates are considered for employment with Alsco Uniforms without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status (including specific categories), or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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