Entry-Level Maintenance Technician

Join Our Remarkable Team! UniFirst is on the lookout for a dedicated and hardworking Entry-Level Maintenance Technician to become a valued member of our UniFirst community. In this role, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks including the repair, maintenance, installation, and troubleshooting of industrial equipment, systems, and components. We operate on a standard Monday to Friday schedule, with occasional night and weekend overtime opportunities. This is a fantastic chance to receive on-the-job training and start your career! What We Offer: Quality Training: Our Team Partners benefit from robust skills training aimed at enhancing their performance and supporting career advancement. Career Advancement: We provide significant growth opportunities in our rapidly expanding company. Unique Culture: Join a workplace culture that distinguishes UniFirst from others. Diversity: Embrace an environment filled with diverse cultures, personalities, and backgrounds. We believe that varied perspectives contribute to our success. Your Responsibilities: Utilize hand and power tools, precision measurement tools, and electronic testing devices effectively. Ensure the safe operation of machinery, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. Interpret blueprints, schematics, operation manuals, and engineering specifications. Troubleshoot equipment problems using observation and precision measuring tools. Conduct boiler chemical and wastewater pre-treatment system testing, recording results and making necessary adjustments. Perform safety checks on boilers, addressing any necessary repairs. Record and analyze meter readings of utilities and take corrective actions as needed. Conduct daily and weekly safety checks on systems and follow up on any issues. Inspect and maintain motors, belts, fluid levels, and perform other routine maintenance tasks. Clean and lubricate equipment parts according to standard procedures. Use a Computerized Maintenance Management System effectively. Assist with additional tasks assigned by management. Qualifications: High school diploma or GED equivalent is required. A two-year technical degree in a related field is preferred. Must be at least 18 years old. A valid driver's license with a safe driving record is required. Familiarity with maintenance equipment is essential. A minimum of 6 months of experience in repairing industrial processing equipment within a production environment is required, military experience may be considered. Passing UniFirst's maintenance knowledge assessment test is a prerequisite for employment. The ability to read blueprints and schematics is required. Must be able to read and understand maintenance literature in English. Basic computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office, are necessary. Experience with Lockout/Tagout procedures is mandatory. Willingness to work overtime when needed. Must be able to lift up to 80 lbs. About UniFirst: UniFirst has a rich history, woven through a unique family culture where our Team Partners enjoy a small company feel while also benefiting from the resources and stability of a significant organization with a 1.5 billion dollar annual revenue. As a leader in the $18 billion dollar garment services industry, we employ over 13,000 team partners servicing 300,000 business customer locations across the U.S., Canada, and Europe. Recognized among the top 10 of Selling Power magazine's Best Companies to Sell For and included in Forbes magazine's Platinum 400 - Best Big Companies list, there's never been a better time to join our team. At UniFirst, you come first. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on 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 protected factor. If you require accommodation during the application process due to a medical condition or disability, please reach out via email.

Created: 2026-03-05