Maintenance Worker

Alsco•Kyle, TX

About The Position

The Maintenance Worker performs regular preventive maintenance on large industrial textile processing equipment and maintains facility areas. The position assists the Maintenance Technician and/or Chief Engineer as required and reports to the Chief Engineer. The role follows instructions and established guidelines, uses limited experience and judgment to plan and complete work, and requires some creativity and latitude. The Maintenance Worker helps resolve problems to minimize equipment downtime, identifies opportunities to improve maintenance processes, and works cooperatively and professionally with plant personnel. Work must be completed safely and efficiently in compliance with company safety rules, applicable laws, and common industry practices. The employee follows written and verbal instructions and performs other tasks as directed by supervision. Duties may also include supporting other branch personnel and driving to procure parts or transport equipment and parts. The position is based in and around an industrial laundry facility, with occasional travel to procure parts. The essential duties must be performed efficiently and accurately, with or without reasonable accommodation, without creating a significant safety threat to the employee or others.

Requirements

Have and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record free of chargeable accidents, speeding, or other safety violations.
Demonstrate adequate mechanical aptitude.
Be proficient in the proper use of power and hand tools.
Have good verbal and written communication skills in English.
Be able to comprehend and follow directions and perform basic math.
Have good time-management and team-member skills.
Be a team player with enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in work well done; be a self-starter dedicated to continual quality improvement.
Meet the role’s physical demands, including moving loaded carts weighing up to 500 lbs and lifting and carrying up to 100 lbs.

Nice To Haves

High school graduation or equivalency is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform basic maintenance, including monitoring oil levels and maintaining grease fittings, lint traps, and shaker screen barrels.
Perform limited electrical troubleshooting.
Assist the Maintenance Technician and/or Chief Engineer as required.
Help resolve problems to minimize equipment downtime.
Identify opportunities to continually improve maintenance processes.
Work cooperatively and professionally with plant personnel.
Follow company, legal, and industry safety rules and procedures; perform work safely and efficiently.
Follow written and verbal instructions and complete other tasks as directed by supervision.
Support other branch personnel as required by supervision.
Drive to procure parts and transport equipment or parts.
Comply with applicable Federal, State, and local laws.