Maintenance Worker

Alsco Uniforms•Raleigh, NC

16d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Worker performs regular preventative maintenance on large industrial textile processing equipment and maintains the facility. The role assists the Maintenance Technician and/or Chief Engineer as required and reports to the Chief Engineer. The position relies on instructions and established guidelines, limited experience and judgment, and some creativity and latitude to accomplish its goals. It helps resolve problems to minimize equipment downtime and identifies opportunities to improve maintenance processes. The Maintenance Worker works cooperatively with plant personnel, follows safety rules and procedures, ensures work is performed safely and efficiently, follows written and verbal instructions, performs other tasks as directed by supervision, and complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Additional duties may include supporting other branch personnel, driving to obtain parts, and transporting equipment or parts. Occasional travel may be required to procure parts. The position is based in and around a typical industrial laundry facility, including indoor and outdoor areas.

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 and the ability to comprehend and follow directions.
Be able to perform basic math and demonstrate good time-management and team-member skills.
Be a team player with enthusiasm, initiative, pride in work well done, and a self-starter approach dedicated to continual quality improvement.

Nice To Haves

High school graduation or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform basic maintenance duties, including monitoring oil levels and maintaining grease fittings, lint traps, and shaker screen barrels.
Perform limited electrical troubleshooting.
Assist with problem resolution to minimize equipment downtime.
Identify opportunities to continually improve maintenance processes.
Work cooperatively and professionally with plant personnel.
Follow Alsco, legal, and industry-standard safety rules, policies, and procedures; ensure work is performed safely and efficiently.
Follow written and verbal instructions, perform other tasks as directed by supervision, and comply with federal, state, and local laws.
Support other branch personnel as required by supervision.
Drive to procure parts and transport equipment and parts.