Head Plant Maintenance Engineer

Virginia Linen Service • Petersburg, VA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Looking for a dynamic leader for a fast-paced and growing company. This is a Head Plant Maintenance Technician / Engineer opportunity with a family-owned regional company that has been growing successfully since 1934. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3-5 years of plant maintenance and leadership experience. The candidate must have the ability to communicate with all levels of management, manage and support engineering teams, and believe in well-defined preventative maintenance programs. The position requires the ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds and flexibility in schedule. Virginia Linen Service, Inc. is a linen rental supply and commercial laundry company providing services to hospitality, lodging, healthcare, and small business customers. The company is dedicated to resource conservation and social responsibility, helping customers reduce their environmental impact.

Requirements

• Minimum of at least 3-5 years plant maintenance and leadership experience
• Ability to communicate with all levels of management
• Manage and support engineering teams
• Believe in well-defined preventative maintenance programs
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
• Flexibility in schedule required
• Knowledge of several of the following areas: Preventative maintenance procedures, Boilers, Air compressors, Welding and Piping, Hydraulics and pneumatics, Electrical circuitry and PLC's, Electro/mechanical utility and electrical trouble shooting, General equipment and building maintenance
• High level of attention to detail
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule
• Must have the ability to lift, push, and pull a minimum of 50 pounds
• Minimum of at least 3-5 years maintenance experience
• Highly organized
• Computer literate
• Associates Degree in Engineering or related field or sufficient experience

Nice To Haves

• Experience with air cylinders, solenoid valves, steam traps, motor starters, gear reducers, inverter drives, or industrial laundry equipment

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance program
• Work with other associates in a team to accomplish goals
• Maintain safety and cleanliness standards
• Assist in other areas and/or departments as needed
• Supervision of front line maintenance personnel
• Train and develop existing and new maintenance staff
• Design, plan, install, and maintain plant systems

Benefits

• Group benefits package (Medical, Dental, Short-term Disability, Vision, Life Insurance, and 401(k) with generous company match)
• Paid Vacation
• Competitive Salary

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree