Assistant Maintenance Manager

Unitex•Lawrence, MA

7h•$90,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

Unitex is seeking a full-time, hands-on Assistant Maintenance Manager to oversee industrial mechanics and porters at its industrial laundry plant in Lawrence, Massachusetts. The role supervises the maintenance department’s personnel, machinery repairs, preventive maintenance systems, and building maintenance. It is a highly visible, hands-on position rather than an office job, with potential for growth. The ideal candidate has experience across industrial plant maintenance in a manufacturing environment and can assume responsibility when the Maintenance Manager is occupied. Knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, and steam systems is a plus. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with Sunday and Monday off. Flexibility to work additional hours is required. The position pays $90,000 to $95,000; compensation decisions may depend on experience, seniority, location, and other permissible job-related factors. Unitex offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k), and other company-sponsored benefits.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience repairing industrial processing equipment in an industrial environment or in the military.
At least 2 years of supervisory experience.
Experience with 480-volt, high-voltage systems.
Knowledge of industrial equipment fundamentals, including electrical wiring and components, pneumatic systems, steam systems, water systems, hydraulics, and building maintenance.
Ability to use basic hand tools properly and safely.
Experience responding urgently in a time-sensitive environment.
Ability to obtain and maintain licenses required to legally operate specific plant machines, such as a boiler license.
Must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the plant, approximately 30 minutes.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, and steam systems.

Responsibilities

Oversee 20 mechanics and 7 porters or custodians.
Maintain preventive maintenance programs.
Assist the maintenance team with diagnostic troubleshooting.
Monitor the quality of repairs.
Oversee building and physical plant repair issues.
Maintain porter schedules to maximize cleaning effectiveness for the plant and machinery.
Adhere to safety programs.