Chief Maintenance Technician

Mission Linen Supply is a family owned, privately held company, and a leading provider of products, services, and supplies to hospitality, medical, and industrial businesses. Founded in 1930 and headquartered in Santa Barbara, the company has grown from a one-man operation to a leading player in the linen rental and uniform business across five western states. Mission Linen Supply is widely recognized for its ability to understand, anticipate, and meet its customers ‘needs while providing environmentally friendly goods and services.

Mission Linen Supply is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO), Affirmative Action Plan (AAP), VEVRAA Protected Veterans, Federal Contractor and Worker with Disabilities employer. Mission Linen Supply is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran or any other protected status with respect to recruitment, hiring, promotion and other terms and conditions of employment. Worker with Disabilities needing assistance applying please feel free to call HR Office at 805-730-3612.

To be considered for employment with Mission Linen Supply, you will need to apply online at missionlinen.com, select careers and apply for the position you are interested in.  We will review your qualifications and will contact you via email or phone if you are selected for an interview.

Mission Linen Supply is currently looking for an experienced Chief Maintenance Technician. This is a hands-on in-plant position requiring strong technical knowledge in industry equipment, the ability to work with varied mechanical/electrical systems, and strong leadership skills. The Chief Maintenance Technician's responsibilities are but not limited to repairing, maintaining, installing and troubleshooting industrial equipment, such as washers, dryers, steam tunnels, conveyor systems, and boilers.

This position performs preventive maintenance that includes welding, boiler chemical testing and making necessary chemistry adjustments, resolving safety concerns, and preparing maintenance records. 

The Chief Maintenance Technician base salary is $25 - $40 an hour. The starting salary is based on education, experience, other qualifications, and location of assignment. 

This in-plant position requires strong technical knowledge in industry equipment, the ability to work with varied mechanical/electrical systems, and strong leadership skills. We are looking for the knowledge of or willingness to learn Steam Boiler, Electrical, Pneumatic, Schematics, Maintenance, Welding, and Plumbing.

We are seeking hard-working, motivated, and energetic individuals to work for a great company! Mission’s culture provides employees a professional, safe and a positive work environment with numerous opportunities for growth and success.

BENEFITS: If you are seeking full-time employment with full benefits including; health insurance (medical, dental, vision), a retirement savings program, paid time off (sick, holiday, vacation) and MORE apply today.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for routine preventive maintenance on the property to ensure that plant machines continue to run smoothly.
• Responsible for morning start-up and evening shutdown of equipment including the boiler, air compressor, power, pumps, and valves.
• Handling regular maintenance of lint traps, shaker screen barrels, oil levels, grease fittings, and water levels.
• Responsible for completing all general and basic repairs on the machinery.
• Follow the manufacturer’s recommended maintenance schedule and document process.
• Identify and report all other major repairs that need to be completed on the machinery.

Qualifications: High school diploma required.

• Minimum of two years of maintenance engineering experience, and specific knowledge of machinery, electricity, electronics, and plumbing, welding, and boiler applications.
• Experience with mechanical troubleshooting, hydraulics, pneumatics and reading repair manuals & schematics. 
• Mission will provide training for the following Steam Boiler, Electrical, Pneumatic, Schematics, Maintenance, Welding, and Plumbing.
• Experience managing a team of technicians in a fast paced environment.

Physical Requirements: Requires standing or moving through the plant during the workday. Handling the maintenance tasks will require some stooping, pulling, pushing and working in cramped areas. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.