Maintenance Technician

Job Summary:
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for installing, repairing and maintaining large industrial têxtile processing equipment, as well as facility maintenance. Tasks include start-up and shut-down procedures, electrical troubleshooting, maintaining and operating boilers, welding and cutting, hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical, and other systems. This position reports to the Chief Engineer.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

- Perform daily maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on industrial laundry and processing equipment, including washers, dryers, conveyors, steam tunnels, and pressing machinery.
- Install, maintain, and repair water systems, pressure piping, and wastewater systems, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and company procedures.
- Respond quickly to equipment failures or maintenance requests to minimize production downtime and maintain operational efficiency.
- Conduct preventative maintenance on all plant systems—mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic—to extend equipment lifespan and prevent breakdowns.
- Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues using hand tools, testing instruments, and electrical schematics; replace parts and perform necessary adjustments.
- Operate and maintain HVAC systems, hot water boilers, and steam equipment in accordance with ABSA or local codes.
- Read and interpret blueprints, technical manuals, and wiring diagrams to ensure proper installation and repair of machinery.
- Use machine shop tools and power equipment (e.g., drills, welders, saws, milling machines) safely and effectively.
- Collaborate with plant staff and supervisors in a professional manner, including assisting contractors during major system repairs or upgrades.
- Maintain detailed and accurate records of maintenance tasks, inspections, repairs, and parts usage.
- Identify and recommend opportunities for improving maintenance efficiency and equipment reliability.
- Comply strictly with company safety rules, PPE requirements, and all applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
- Stay current on industry practices by attending training sessions, workshops, and reviewing technical literature.
- Perform other duties as assigned, supporting smooth day-to-day operations across all departments.

**Education**:

- 4th class power engineer
- Millwright or Electrician

Typical Physical Activity:

- 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.

Typical Environmental Conditions:

- 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.

Travel Requirements:

- Occasionally, such as to procure parts.

Compensation:

- Health and Dental Benefits provided by company.
- Pension program provided by company.

The Maintenance Technician must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately, and without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The statements made herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive and inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required of personnel so classified.