Industrial Laundry Mechanic Plant Maintenance

1 week ago

Chicago, IL, United States Vestis Canadian Linen Full-time

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3rd Shift: Monday-Friday, 10pm-6:30am

Class "A" Industrial Laundry Maintenance Mechanic

Overview

Performs work as part of a team in an industrial laundry facility.Responsible for the safe, expeditious, and accurate performance of routine in reference to a daily preventative maintenance schedule in and around the laundry facility.

Responsibilities / Essential Functions

Essential duties and responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:

 

  • Maintains all plant equipment to include high volume industrial washers and or dryers.
  • Repairs, replaces equipment when necessary; Performs basic plumbing, mechanical, and electrical work.
  • Ability to trouble-shoot and solve technical issues by following technical manuals and schematics;
  • Orders necessary parts, tools, and equipment in a timely manner by following company procurement policy;
  • Maintains a proper Daily Schedule Control for equipment maintenance and preventative maintenance schedule and record;
  • Conducts daily removal and processing of waste solids generated from treatment process;
  • Performs equipment troubleshooting, makes necessary repairs, and completes preventative maintenance and housekeeping practices for all related wastewater hardware;
  • Maintains safe and clean work environment, and observes best practices in all production activities;
  • Uses safety precautions, follows electrical lock-out tag-out procedures for equipment, and adheres to all safe work practices and policies for all safety, boiler, and wastewater treatment procedures;
  • Other duties as required or assigned

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

  • Demonstrated mechanical and basic electrical aptitude;
  • Familiar with standard maintenance procedures, preventative maintenance schedules, and proper safety techniques;
  • Basic knowledge of industrial laundry equipment and required codes;
  • Ability to comprehend and perform all required training, written, and verbal instructions;
  • Good verbal and/or written communication skills;
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
  • Ability to meet attendance schedule; Work is based on a shift schedule, and may include weekends. Overtime required as needed.

Working Environment / Safety Requirements

  • Work is performed in a high volume production warehouse setting and regularly exposed to outside weather conditions, extreme heat and cold conditions as well as dust and noise.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions;
  • Requires the ability to routinely move, lift, carry, pus