Maintenance Worker, Maintenance Technician ​/ Mechanic, Building Maintenance

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.

Non-Exempt

• 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.

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

• 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.

• 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 weighing 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 outside grounds.

• Occasionally, such as to procure parts.

• 401 K Plan with Company Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and FSA/HSA
• Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Vacation, Sick Time, Holidays
• Choice of Global Cash Card or Direct Deposit
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Advancement
• Development Opportunities
• Inclusive and Diverse Team Environment

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

• Customer Service
• Quality Assurance

• Enthusiastic:
  Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Loyal:
  Shows firm and constant support to a cause
• Dedicated:
  Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Team Player:
  Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented:
  Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

• Goal Completion:
  Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Self-Starter:
  Inspired to perform without outside help
• Flexibility:
  Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Entrepreneurial Spirit:
  Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business

Alsco Uniforms considers candidates for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Additionally, we do not discriminate based on genetic information, military status, protected veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Specifically, protected veteran status includes status as a disabled veteran, recently separated veteran, armed forces service medal veteran, or active-duty wartime or campaign badge veteran.

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