Chief Engineer

Alsco•Phoenix, AZ

10d

About The Position

The Chief Engineer (Branch) is responsible for daily repairs and preventative maintenance of industrial textile processing equipment and facility systems. The role supervises plant engineering staff and helps ensure that start-up and shut-down procedures, electrical troubleshooting, boiler operation and maintenance, welding and cutting, hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical systems, and other work are completed according to policies and procedures. The position reports to the Branch General Manager. The Chief Engineer maintains equipment in satisfactory condition, coordinates with production, sales, and service personnel to support efficient plant operations, manages spare-parts inventory, and administers a preventative maintenance program designed to reduce unscheduled downtime. The role also develops and trains qualified engineering personnel, manages maintenance requests, controls expenses, keeps accurate maintenance records, and ensures work is conducted safely and efficiently. The position works in and around an industrial laundry facility, including large machinery and areas with temperature variations, noise, odors, humidity, lint, and dust, as well as offices and outdoor grounds. Occasional travel may be required, such as to procure parts. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background and safety-sensitive drug screening.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
At least five years of maintenance engineering experience.
Specific knowledge of machinery, electricity, electronics, plumbing, hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, and boiler applications.
Strong electrical troubleshooting ability with 3-phase 230-volt systems.
PLC programming experience.
Experience in carpentry, boiler repair, welding, and general facility repairs.
Proficiency in reading electrical schematics.
Valid driver’s license and a driving record free of chargeable accidents, speeding, or other safety violations.
Team player with enthusiasm, initiative, pride in work well done, and commitment to continual quality improvement; self-starter.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
Bilingual in Spanish.
Relevant certifications, a boiler license, or PLC programming qualifications may be required at some locations.

Responsibilities

Maintain operating equipment in satisfactory condition.
Supervise plant engineering staff and coordinate with production, sales, and service personnel to support efficient plant operations.
Manage spare-parts inventories cost-effectively.
Execute a preventative maintenance program to minimize unscheduled equipment downtime.
Install, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on industrial processing equipment, water levels, water systems, and other equipment and systems.
Troubleshoot electrical issues; diagnose problems; replace or repair parts; and test and adjust equipment.
Ensure work is performed safely and efficiently.
Develop, train, maintain, and administer a department of qualified personnel to maintain equipment and facilities safely and efficiently.
Advise the General Manager of parts, supplies, and equipment requirements; order items as needed while controlling expenses and inventories.
Supervise daily maintenance requests to minimize equipment downtime and continually improve operational processes.
Work cooperatively and professionally with plant personnel.
Follow Alsco, legal, and industry-standard safety rules, policies, and procedures.
Maintain technical knowledge through educational workshops, technical publications, and professional networks; stay current on equipment, repair procedures, and best practices.
Study blueprints and manufacturers’ manuals to determine correct machinery operation.
Develop and train engineering staff on equipment, repair procedures, and best practices.
Keep accurate and timely records of maintenance performed.
Follow written and verbal instructions, perform other tasks as directed by supervision, and comply with federal, state, and local laws.
Support other branch personnel as required.
Drive to pick up parts and transport equipment or parts.