UniFirst is HIRING - for MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN II

ONE DAY ONLY - In-Person Interviews / TUESDAY, APRIL 21 - Apply NOW to secure an INTERVIEW

Location: INDIANAPOLIS, IN

• $32.00 hourly
• Average First Year Earnings: $66,560
• Full-Time
• Monday - Friday
• Shift: 10:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

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.

A UniFirst Maintenance Technician II is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing industrial equipment and systems, including electrical, mechanical, and plumbing components. This role requires the ability to work from blueprints, use diagnostic tools, assist other technicians, and perform basic welding. The position is crucial for ensuring facility operations and involves tasks such as preventative maintenance, PLC troubleshooting, and safety checks. 

Key responsibilities

• Equipment maintenance: Perform maintenance, repair, and installation of industrial equipment, machinery, and systems.
• Troubleshooting: Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment problems using precision instruments, observation, and by following schematics and manuals.
• Electrical and mechanical repairs: Repair and replace defective parts in electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems.
• PLC and control systems: Troubleshoot and repair Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and associated control systems.
• Preventative maintenance: Perform routine inspections, cleaning, and lubrication of equipment parts, including motor, belts, and bearings.
• Safety and compliance: Conduct safety checks, monitor safety equipment like fire alarms, and comply with safety regulations.
• Welding: Perform basic welding to repair equipment and facilities.
• System testing: Test boiler chemical and wastewater pre-treatment systems, record results, and make necessary adjustments. 

Required skills and qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of one year of experience repairing industrial processing equipment in a production environment is required.
• Technical knowledge: Ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics, and maintenance literature.
• Tools and equipment: Proficiency with diagnostic tools and equipment.
• Computer skills: Basic computer and Microsoft Office skills.
• Safety: Experience with Lockout/Tagout procedures is essential.
• Physical ability: Ability to lift up to 80 lbs and a valid driver's license with a safe driving record.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work overtime, including nights and weekends, is expected. 

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..