Assistant Head Plant Engineer

Virginia Linen Service • Capitol Heights, MD

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Assistant Maintenance Manager/ Engineer opportunity with a family-owned regional company who has been growing successfully since 1934. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of at least 3-5 years plant maintenance and leadership experience. Candidate must have the ability to communicate with all levels of management, manage and support engineering teams and believe in well-defined preventative maintenance programs. Must have the ability to lift, push, and pull a minimum of 50 pounds. Flexibility in schedule required.

Requirements

• Knowledge of several of the following areas: Preventative maintenance procedures, Boilers, Air compressors, Welding and Piping, Hydraulics and pneumatics, Electrical circuitry and PLC's, Electro/mechanical utility and electrical trouble shooting, General equipment and building maintenance.
• High level of attention to detail
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule
• Must have the ability to lift, push, and pull a minimum of 50 pounds
• Minimum of at least 3-5 years maintenance experience
• Highly organized
• Computer literate
• Associates Degree in Engineering or related field or sufficient experience

Nice To Haves

• Experience with air cylinders, solenoid valves, steam traps, motor starters, gear reducers, inverter drives, or industrial laundry equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance program
• Work with other associates in a team to accomplish goals
• Maintain safety and cleanliness standards
• Assist in other areas and/or departments as needed
• Supervision of front line maintenance personnel
• Train and develop existing and new maintenance staff
• Design, plan, install, and maintain plant systems

Benefits

• Group benefits package (Medical, Dental, Short-term Disability, Vision, Life Insurance, and 401(k) with generous company match)
• Paid Vacation
• Competitive Salary

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree