Job Description

Looking for a new career in a highly automated environment where you can be recognized for your contributions and not be a number?


Industrial Maintenance Technician Trainee opportunity with a family-owned regional company who has been rapidly growing since 1934. Candidate must have the ability and willingness to communicate with all levels of management, desire to learn and grow professionally, and execute well-defined preventative maintenance programs under the direction of a maintenance supervisor. The trainee will receive "on the job" training, including but not limited to:


Learn how to repair, maintain, and perform preventative maintenance


General Electrical knowledge


Air compressors


Welding and Piping


Hydraulics and pneumatics


General equipment and building maintenance


Install and troubleshoot industrial equipment


Perform indoor and outdoor housekeeping


Learn about boiler and wastewater systems


Learn about safety policies and procedures


General Experience with air cylinders, solenoid valves, steam traps, motor starters, gear reducers, inverter drives, and other industrial equipment is a plus but not a requirement for this opportunity.


BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES, including but not limited to:


Maintain safety and cleanliness standards


Perform scheduled preventative maintenance program


Work with other associates in a team to accomplish defined goals


Uses common tools to perform plant cleaning operations, including but not limited to: floor scrubbers, lint and dust removal devices, outside rubbish removal, equipment cleaning, and pit/trench screen cleaning


Performs miscellaneous painting tasks within the plant or outside painting on the facilities and grounds


Operates powered industrial forklifts/lifts throughout the facilities to assist in relocating materials


May perform various levels of facilities upkeep including landscaping, snow removal, and other refuse removal


After appropriate training; performs light equipment maintenance tasks such as filter cleaning and replacement, trench screen cleaning, lint and dust blowdown of facilities and equipment, fluid level checks, light bulb replacement, ceiling tile replacement, cart cleaning and repair, and pressure washing


Assist in other areas and/or departments as needed



QUALIFICATIONS


Ability to read and understand maintenance literature printed in English


High school diploma/GED


General Knowledge and skills which represent a good mechanical background


Must be able to work a flexible schedule


Must have the ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds


Basic computer skills


Ability to stand for up to 7 hours of an 8-hour shift


Any combination of general maintenance, building maintenance, equipment maintenance, automotive maintenance, construction, plumbing, electrical, and military experience is acceptable


Exposure to formalized safety programs preferred, such as Lock Out/Tag Out, confined space, OSHA awareness, Technical School Courses or Ladder Safety is a plus


BENEFITS


Competitive pay


Group benefits package (Medical, Dental, Disability and life insurance package, Vision, and 401k with generous company match)


Paid time off and holidays


Tremendous Career Advancement Opportunities


COMPANY DESCRIPTION


Wheeling Linen Service, Inc. is a linen rental supply and commercial laundry company. Our business provides linen, textile, and hygiene services to the hospitality, first class lodging, healthcare, and small business customers. Our company is dedicated to resource conservation and social responsibility. Part of the quality service we offer our customers is the knowledge that we are helping them achieve their business goals while reducing their impact on the environment.


Wheeling Linen Service, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.