Maintenance Boiler Operator - UniFirst

Job Overview

Uni First is seeking a Maintenance Boiler Operator to join our Uni First community. As a Team Partner in the Maintenance Department, you will monitor, test, and maintain our boilers at our Uni First location and other plant and facility production equipment. The role follows a Monday‑Friday schedule with periodic night and weekend overtime. Immediate opening and on‑job training are provided.

Training: Quality skills training designed to enhance performance and support career development.

Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement and rapid growth within a large organization.

Diversity & Culture: A workforce that celebrates a variety of backgrounds and cultures.

• Monitor the boiler operating parameters as required by applicable state codes and ordinances.
• Test boiler feedwater and condensate and log results.
• Perform boiler blowdowns per the boiler treatment vendor’s schedule.
• Complete assigned boiler maintenance and document tasks in the Unifirst Maintenance Management System (UMMS).
• Monitor water softener and ensure proper operation and soft water for the boiler feedwater system.
• Monitor and ensure proper feedwater temperature is entering into the boiler.
• Operate and monitor the hot and tempered water systems utilizing steam to preheat and stack economizers.
• Present for all boiler inspections and assist in scheduling and completing these inspections.
• Assist vendors in completing regular boiler combustion inspections and tunings.
• Test steam traps throughout the facility and submit work orders for repairs to non‑functioning traps.
• Develop recommendations to management teams to improve efficiency and operating results of high‑pressure boiler and steam systems.
• Ensure the boiler is operated per Uni First policies and procedures of high‑pressure steam systems.
• After qualifying as a Maintenance Technician, perform regular preventive and corrective maintenance on facility and production equipment throughout the facility.
• Perform all tasks following company safety policies.
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by safety policies.
• Complete all safety related training.

• High school diploma and/or GED.
• Minimum state requirement for a boiler operating license per applicable state boiler codes.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Experience and knowledge to perform maintenance functions and preventive tasks for equipment in the boiler room, steam system, and facility production equipment.
• Experience and knowledge to operate high‑pressure boilers and steam systems.
• Familiarity with basic hand and power tools.
• Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision.
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs.

Uni First 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.