Chief Maintenance Technician Trainee
About The Position
Mission Linen Supply is hiring an experienced maintenance technician for a fast-track, nine-month training program designed for skilled tradespeople with hands-on industrial maintenance expertise and prior management, supervisory, or team-lead experience. Industry experience in linen services is not required. Trainees learn directly from Mission’s Chief and Regional Technicians to prepare to lead maintenance operations at an industrial laundry facility. The program covers electrical engineering coursework, facility-specific energy conservation practices, industrial laundry equipment, safety training, and leadership development. Upon completion, trainees 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. 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 describes its industry as essential and recession-resistant and highlights opportunities for career advancement. 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 (PM) programs and scheduling.
- Experience with boiler operation, testing, and maintenance.
- Experience with industrial plumbing systems and repair, wastewater, and treatment systems.
- Welding experience in MIG, TIG, or industrial fabrication.
- Experience repairing hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Train directly with Chief and Regional Technicians to prepare to lead maintenance operations at an industrial laundry facility.
- Complete electrical engineering coursework and learn energy conservation practices specific to Mission facilities.
- Learn to 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.
- Upon completing the program, move into a Chief Technician position at one of Mission’s 25 facilities.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement savings program.
- Paid sick, holiday, and vacation time.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
