Maintenance Technician
Location: St. Louis, MO
Job Type: Full Time
Company: Core Linen Services
Job Description Apply Now
The Maintenance Technician plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of all equipment within a commercial laundry plant environment. This full-time position is key to maintaining the reliability and efficiency of production machinery by performing both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks. As a Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for preventing equipment downtime through proactive preventive maintenance and responding quickly to emergent repairs. This position requires a strong understanding of mechanical systems, a commitment to workplace safety, and an ability to collaborate with team members and external vendors.
Throughout each shift, the Maintenance Technician is expected to monitor the assigned equipment closely, addressing any issues such as jams, missing or damaged belts, or missing ironer tape. By keeping detailed maintenance logs and communicating effectively with production supervisors, the Maintenance Technician contributes to optimized plant operations and minimized unplanned downtime. When more advanced technical support is required, the Maintenance Technician will collaborate with the engineering team to resolve complex issues and maintain operational standards.
This role also demands a high level of self-motivation and initiative, as the Maintenance Technician must manage daily responsibilities independently or as part of a team, ensuring all safety procedures are strictly followed. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, organized, and dedicated to maintaining a clean and safe work environment, both for themselves and their colleagues. By excelling in this role, you will help drive the success of the production team and contribute to a positive, efficient workplace.
Maintenance Technician - Summary- Responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of commercial laundry plant equipment
- Executes preventive maintenance and emergent repairs to ensure minimal downtime
- Maintains equipment logs and communicates status updates to supervisors
- Collaborates with engineering and external vendors as needed
- Perform scheduled preventive maintenance activities on all assigned machinery and equipment
- Quickly address issues such as jams, damaged or missing belts, and missing ironer tape
- Complete timely and high-quality repairs on equipment, including overhead rail and conveyor systems
- Assist technical and mechanical personnel, including outside vendors, during repairs or installations
- Log all ongoing maintenance tasks and newly identified problems in the maintenance record system
- Inform Production Supervisors promptly regarding any equipment status that could impact production or cause downtime, and report when equipment is back online
- Follow all plant safety procedures, including lockout/tagout and confined space entry protocols
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area at all times
- Perform other maintenance-related duties as assigned by management
- Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
- Potential eligibility for company-provided meals and other workplace benefits
- Opportunities for career advancement within the maintenance and engineering departments
- Strong mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of commercial machinery
- Experience in maintaining and repairing mechanical drive, conveyor, and overhead rail systems
- Ability to operate standard tools and equipment safely and effectively
- Understanding and adherence to workplace safety procedures, including lockout/tagout and confined space entry
- Excellent communication skills for logging maintenance and updating supervisors
- Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently when necessary
- Self-motivated, prompt, and able to handle time-sensitive tasks as they arise
- Mechanically inclined and solution-driven with a strong sense of responsibility
- Detail-oriented and diligent in maintaining equipment logs and safety records
- Positive attitude towards continuous improvement and learning new systems
- Willingness to "go the extra mile" to ensure production goals are met
- Flexible and open to assisting with a variety of technical tasks as needed
- This Maintenance Technician role offers a stable and supportive work environment with opportunities for skill development and career advancement
- Working in a commercial laundry plant provides exposure to a variety of industrial equipment and technical challenges
- Team members are encouraged to innovate and contribute to process improvements
- Applicants are invited to apply by clicking the job application button to join a dynamic, safety-focused team dedicated to operational excellence
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.