Chief Maintenance Technician Trainee

Mission Linen Supply•Salinas, CA

1d•$30 - $38

About The Position

Mission Linen Supply is hiring experienced maintenance technicians with management or supervisory experience for a fast-track, nine-month training program designed to prepare participants to lead maintenance operations at an industrial laundry facility. Candidates need established hands-on industrial maintenance skills and team leadership experience; industry experience in linen services is not required. Trainees learn directly from Mission's Chief and Regional Technicians, complete electrical engineering coursework and facility-specific energy conservation training, and develop expertise with industrial laundry equipment. The program also includes safety training, progress reporting, and development workshops. After completing the program, trainees move into a Chief Technician position at one of Mission's 25 facilities. Candidates must be willing to relocate after training to manage a facility within the first three years of the program. Starting pay is $30–$38 per hour, based on education, experience, and location. Mission Linen Supply is a family-owned, privately held provider of linen, uniform, and facility service products across five western states. It describes the industrial laundry and linen services sector as essential and recession-resistant, offering ongoing career advancement opportunities.

Requirements

Hands-on experience with preventive maintenance programs and scheduling.
Experience with boiler operation, testing, and maintenance.
Experience repairing industrial plumbing systems and wastewater and treatment systems.
Welding experience in MIG, TIG, or industrial fabrication.
Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems and repair.
Experience with industrial electrical systems, including programmable logic controllers (PLCs), schematics, and control panels.
Prior management, supervisory, or team-lead experience.
An 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 with Mission's Chief and Regional Technicians to prepare to lead maintenance operations at an industrial laundry facility.
Complete electrical engineering coursework and learn energy conservation practices for Mission facilities.
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.
Upon completion of the program, move into a Chief Technician position at one of Mission's 25 facilities.