Maintenance Technician I UniFirst Canada

Our Team is Kind of a Big Deal!

UniFirst Canada is seeking a reliable and hardworking Maintenance Tech I to join our UniFirst team. As a Team Partner in the Maintenance Department you will handle repairs maintenance installation and troubleshooting of industrial equipment systems and components both indoor and outdoor facility and equipment including but not limited to: large capacity washers dryers pneumatic and steam systems convey system and boilers. At UniFirst we have a standard Monday - Friday work week. We have an immediate opening and provide on the job training.

Whats in it for you

Training:
Our Team Partners receive quality skills training designed to enhance their performance and assist them with their career potential and advancement.

Career Growth:
You may quickly find yourself on the fast-track to success. We are a rapidly growing company offering significant avenues for personal development and growth.

Culture:
Our family culture is what makes UniFirst Canada an organization that stands out from the rest.

Diversity:
At UniFirst Canada youll find an environment packed with different cultures personalities and backgrounds because we believe it takes many kinds of people to make us successful.

Pay & Benefits:
On the job training & great hourly pay RRSP Profit Sharing Health Insurance Employee Assistance Program Life Insurance Paid Time Off Direct Payroll Deposit Tuition Reimbursement 30% Employee Discount Employee Referral Bonuses.

What youll be doing:

Utilize hand/power tools such as hammers hoists saws drills and wrenches precision measurement tools and electronic testing devices.

Ensure safe operation of machinery mechanical electrical pneumatic and hydraulic systems and components.

Follow blueprints schematics operation manuals manufacturers instructions and engineering specifications.

Troubleshoot sources of equipment problems through observation and use of precision measuring and testing instruments.

Perform boiler chemical and wastewater pre-treatment system testing record results in logbooks / computer systems and make necessary chemical adjustments as required

Perform daily and weekly safety checks on boilers and make necessary repairs as required.

Perform Lockout/Tagout and Confined Space procedures where appropriate.

Record and analyze meter readings of utilities in long and take corrective actions when necessary.

Perform daily and weekly location/system safety checks and follow up to address concerns.

Inspect motor belts fluid levels replace filters and perform other maintenance actions in accordance with maintenance procedures.

Inspect clean and lubricate shafts bearings gears and other equipment parts in accordance with work procedures and technical manual.

Utilize a Computerized Maintenance Management System for all repair and preventive maintenance activities.

Respond to emergency alarms and assist with other maintenance personnel with emergency and non-emergency repairs.

Perform other duties as assigned by location management.

What were looking for:

• High school and/or GED is required.
• Two-year technical degree in an appropriate background is preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Minimum of 5th Class Power Engineer
• Must pass UniFirsts maintenance knowledge assessment to be eligible for employment.
• Valid non-commercial drivers license and a safe driving record are required.
• Knowledgeable in maintenance equipment.
• A minimum of 6 months work experience repairing industrial processing equipment in a production environment is required. Applicable military experience will be considered.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics is required.
• Ability to read and understand maintenance literature printed in English is required.
• Basic computer and Microsoft Office skills are required.
• Lockout / Tagout experience is required.
• Prior welding experience including MIG TIG ARC cutting and brazing is preferred.
• Experience with formalized safety programs is preferred.
• Prior experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) is preferred.
• HVAC experience and boiler knowledge preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs.
• Ability to work overtime as needed is required.

Disclaimer Statement: This job description is not intended nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties skills or working conditions associated with a job. It is intended to be only a general description of principal requirements common to positions of this type.

About UniFirst

The fabric of UniFirst is woven from its very unique family culture where our Team Partners enjoy a small company feel while taking advantage of the resources and stability that come with being a 2 billion-dollar organization.

UniFirst is an international leader in the $18 billion-dollar garment services industry. We currently employ over 14000 team partners who serve 300000 business customer locations throughout the U.S. Canada and Europe. We were included in the top 10 of Selling Power magazines Best Companies to Sell For list and recognized on Forbes magazines Platinum 400 Best Big Companies list. As an 80-year old company focused on annual growth theres never been a better time to join our team.

UniFirst is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race color gender national origin ancestry religion physical or mental disability age veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital status pregnancy citizenship or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.

Required Experience:

IC

Employment Type : Full-Time
Department / Functional Area: Maintenance
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1