Maintenance Utility Worker​/Painter

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.

• Performs basic maintenance duties, including exterior/interior painting, monitoring oil levels, and performing regular preventative maintenance of grease fittings, lint traps, shaker screen barrels, and 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.
• Requires a certain degree of creativity and latitude.
• Assists in problem resolution to minimize equipment downtime.
• Looks for opportunities to continually improve maintenance and 5‑S 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 common industry practice.
• 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 and parts.

• Have and maintain a valid driver’s license and a 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, manage time, and work well with others.
• Must be a team player with enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in work well done; a 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, including 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
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Alsco Uniforms provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. The Company also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.