Chief Maintenance Technician Trainee

Mission Linen•Santa Barbara, CA

About The Position

Mission Linen Supply is hiring experienced maintenance technicians with management or supervisory experience for a fast-track, nine-month training program. Participants train directly with the company’s Chief and Regional Technicians to prepare to lead maintenance operations at an industrial laundry facility. The program develops expertise in industrial laundry equipment, electrical engineering, energy conservation, and facility safety. After completing the program, participants move into a Chief Technician position at one of the company’s 25 facilities. Candidates must be willing to relocate after training to manage a facility within the first three years of the program. Industry experience is not required, but hands-on industrial maintenance skills and team leadership experience are required. Mission Linen Supply is a family-owned, privately held provider of linen, uniform, and facility service products across five western states. Founded in 1930 and headquartered in Santa Barbara, California, the company serves hospitality, medical, and industrial businesses. The company describes its industry as stable and essential and its goods and services as environmentally friendly. Starting pay is $30–$38 per hour, based on education, experience, and location. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; a retirement savings program; and paid sick, holiday, and vacation time.

Requirements

Hands-on experience with preventative maintenance programs and scheduling.
Experience with boiler operation, testing, and maintenance.
Experience with industrial plumbing systems and repair, wastewater, and treatment systems.
Welding experience with MIG, TIG, or industrial fabrication.
Experience with hydraulics and pneumatics systems and repair.
Experience with industrial electrical systems, including programmable logic controllers (PLCs), schematics, and control panels.
Prior experience in a management, supervisory, or team-lead role.
Associate’s degree or certification in a related industrial or technical field.
Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude.
Willingness to relocate after training to manage a facility within the first three years of the program.

Nice To Haves

Military experience is welcomed and valued.
Industry experience is not required.

Responsibilities

Train with Chief and Regional Technicians to prepare to lead maintenance operations at an industrial laundry facility.
Complete electrical engineering coursework and learn facility-specific energy conservation practices.
Learn to operate and maintain industrial laundry equipment, including ironers, folders, press equipment, washers/extractors, tumblers, and towel folders.
Complete safety training, including Forklift Certification and Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) procedures.
Submit regular progress reports to the learning and development department and participate in development workshops.
After completing the program, move into a Chief Technician position at one of Mission Linen Supply’s 25 facilities.