INDUSTRIAL LAUNDRY MECHANIC IV

GENERAL PURPOSE


The Mechanic IV will work under little to no supervision while demonstrating proficient knowledge on repair and maintenance of industrial laundry, and other equipment. This position is expected to diagnose, repair, and rebuild equipment while understanding and interpreting equipment blueprints and operation principles. In addition, performs preventive maintenance work and inspections of all equipment, prepares/maintains work records and reports of all work done.


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must follow preventive safety protocol as established by the company
• Demonstrate safety awareness throughout the workday
• Promote teamwork and common goal culture with all company employees
• Troubleshoot and repair complex equipment/system malfunctions with minimal downtime
• Fine-tune automated systems for required production efficiency and quality
• Demonstrate leadership skills and supervise maintenance productivity on the plant floor
• Mentor and train mechanics with hands-on and classroom settings to help them perform their roles better and establish a team atmosphere
• Plan and layout projects, installation of equipment and all associated requirements and make value-driven recommendations
• Perform, teach, and promote high-quality work with plant preventive maintenance program
• Submit parts requests by looking up part in the manufacturer's parts book, from the parts room shelf, or online
• Maintain and improve building and equipment up to specifications of "show plant"
• Operation of machine and equipment for diagnostic purposes
• Perform major welding, plumbing, and project work
• Perform team leader duties in his/her absence
• Help others at all levels completing any laundry tasks
• Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Preferably (5) five or more years of experience and/or training in industrial/commercial laundry equipment repair and maintenance or any combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Has certificates of completion for boiler, compressor, ironing lines, and tunnel washer automated systems training.
• Ability to work varying shifts, weekends, and holidays
• Able to install, troubleshoot, analyze and repair complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatically operated equipment with little to no assistance or supervision
• Able to read and interpret equipment and site blueprints to promote rapid failure recoveries
• Able to use power tools, scissor/man-lifts, hand trucks and forklifts

• Experience using high level diagnostic equipment to properly troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and make appropriate repairs
• Competent gas, ARC and MIG welder
• Able to operate all machinery and equipment for diagnostic purposes
• Effectively lift and handle various objects weighing up to 60 pounds

WORKING CONDITIONS

AMOUNT OF TIME TYPICALLY SPENT ON ACTIVITY


Inside work: protected from weather conditions


FREQUENTLY


OCCASIONALLY


RARELY


NEVER


Outside work: no effective protection from weather


FREQUENTLY


OCCASIONALLY


RARELY


NEVER


Both inside and outside work: activities occur both inside and outside an office enclosure


FREQUENTLY


OCCASIONALLY


RARELY


NEVER


Extreme cold: below 32 degrees for periods of more than 1 hour throughout the normal course of a day


FREQUENTLY


OCCASIONALLY


RARELY


NEVER


Extreme heat: above 100 degrees for periods of more than 1 hour throughout the normal course of a day


FREQUENTLY


OCCASIONALLY


RARELY


NEVER


Noise: employees must shout to be heard over ambient noise level (hearing protection required)


FREQUENTLY


OCCASIONALLY


RARELY


NEVER


Vibration: exposure to oscillating movements of extremities or whole body


FREQUENTLY


OCCASIONALLY


RARELY


NEVER


Potential hazards: moving parts, electricity, gas, scaffolding, chemicals, etc.


FREQUENTLY


OCCASIONALLY


RARELY


NEVER


Terminal viewing: extended viewing of screens


FREQUENTLY


OCCASIONALLY


RARELY


NEVER


Atmospheric conditions (in non-confined spaces): fumes, odors, mists, gases, poor ventilation, etc.


FREQUENTLY


OCCASIONALLY


RARELY


NEVER


Oils: air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids


FREQUENTLY


OCCASIONALLY


RARELY


NEVER


Respirator: use of a respirator is required


FREQUENTLY


OCCASIONALLY


RARELY


NEVER


Physical stamina: due to emergency or workload demands, subject to extended work hours requiring stamina beyond normal demands or levels


FREQUENTLY


OCCASIONALLY


RARELY


NEVER


None: employee is NOT substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (work occurs in typical office or administrative environment)


FREQUENTLY


OCCASIONALLY


RARELY


NEVER

ACTIVITY

FUNCTION

AMOUNT OF TIME TYPICALLY SPENT ON ACTIVITY

Essential

Non-Essential

Rarely

Occasionally

Frequently


Standing (on a hard surface)


X

X


Stairs


X

X

Walking


X

X


Twisting


X

X


Stooping


X

X


Crouching


X

X


Crawling


X

X

Talking


X

X

Hearing


X

X


Reaching


X

X


Seeing


X

X


Balancing


X

X

Pushing up to 50 lbs.


X

X

Pulling up to 50 lbs.


X

X

Grasping


X

X


Lifting or carrying up to 50 lbs.


X

X

Feeling


X

X


Moving (continuous motion)


X

X


Using precise hand movements


X

X


Reasoning or solving problems


X

X


Reading


X

X


Writing


X

X


Performing mathematical calculations


X

X

Adhering to deadlines under pressure


X

X


Learning or retaining technical information


X

X


Interacting with customers or visitors


X

X