Maintenance Technician II - PLC, Control Systems, Boilers

Job Description

UniFirst is HIRING - for MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN II

Location: PHOENIX, AZ

$22.00 - $32.00 an hour (Depends on Experience)

Full-Time

Monday - Friday

10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

401(k)

UniFirst is an international leader in the $18 billion dollar garment services industry. We currently employ 14,000 Team Partners who serve 300,000 business customer locations throughout the U.S., Canada, and Europe. We are rated in the top 10 “Best Companies to Sell For” list by Selling Power magazine and recognized on Forbes magazine’s “Platinum 400 – Best Big Companies” list. As an 80-year old company focused on annual growth, there’s never been a better time to join our outside sales team.

Our Team is Kind of a Big Deal!

UniFirst is seeking a reliable and hardworking Maintenance Tech II to join our UniFirst community! As a Team Partner in the Maintenance Department, you will handle repairs, maintenance, installation and troubleshooting of industrial equipment, systems, and components. At UniFirst we have a standard Monday - Friday work week with periodic night and weekend overtime!We have an immediate opening and provide on the job training.

What you’ll be doing:

Troubleshoot sources of equipment problems through observation and use of precision measuring and testing instruments.

Assist other maintenance personnel with emergency and non-emergency repairs.

Troubleshoot and repair Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s) and associated control systems.

Follow blueprints, schematics, operation manuals, manufacturer’s instructions, and engineering specifications.

Perform boiler chemical and wastewater pre-treatment system testing, record results in logbooks / computer systems and make necessary chemical adjustments as required.

Perform daily and weekly safety checks on boilers and make necessary repairs as required.

Inspect motor, belts, fluid levels, replace filters and perform other maintenance actions in accordance with maintenance procedures.

Performing basic welding activities to effect repairs on facilities and equipment.

Inspect, clean and lubricate shafts, bearings gears and other equipment parts in accordance with work procedures and technical manual.

Utilize a Computerized Maintenance Management System.

Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Qualifications

What we’re looking for:

High school and/or GED is preferred.

Two-year technical degree in an appropriate background is preferred.

Must be at least 21 years of age.

Knowledgeable in industrial maintenance of facilities and equipment.

Minimum of 1 year of work experience repairing industrial processing equipment in a production environment required. Applicable military experience will be considered.

Must pass UniFirst’s maintenance knowledge assessment to be eligible for employment.

Ability to read blueprints and schematics is required.

Ability to read and understand maintenance literature printed in English required.

Basic computer and Microsoft Office skills is required.

Lockout / Tagout experience is required

Ability to work overtime as needed is required.

Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record are required.

Ability to lift up to 80 lbs.

Assessment Required:

Lubrication

Print Reading and Electrical Schematics

Piping and Pumps

Mechanical

Boilers, Steam Systems, and Building Maintenance

Pneumatics and Hydraulics

Tools, Materials, and Equipment

PLC, Control Systems, and Instrumentation

Motors, Controls, and Test InstrumentsCompany Description

UniFirst, a leading supplier of uniforms, work wear and related products to businesses big and small since 1936, provides a wide range of apparel from traditional uniforms, industrial wear, specialty and protective clothing to corporate casual and executive attire. We also offer floor care and restroom services products, including a range of mats, mops, soaps, air fresheners, and paper items. And at UniFirst, we believe in protecting the environment, so we offer Customers eco-friendly product options for cleaner, healthier workplaces, and we consistently follow environmentally-conscious business practices with everything we do.

Full-time