Commercial Laundry Systems Installation Technician

Job Description

Job Description

A day in the life

You start with a dispatch in your inbox, load a well-stocked company vehicle, and head to a job site where a new bank of commercial washers and dryers is about to come alive. You review blueprints and wiring diagrams with the general contractor, verify utilities, anchor and level equipment, make the critical electrical, plumbing, gas, and ventilation connections to code, and commission each machine. Before you leave, you test performance, train staff on safe operation and basic maintenance, complete installation documentation, inspection checklists, and warranty registration, and communicate any top-level escalations to your Manager. Then it’s on to the next site, tools organized and parts inventory ready.

What you’ll do

• Handle end-to-end equipment delivery, installation, start-up, and operation to company standards while prioritizing safety and customer satisfaction.
• Install, configure, and commission commercial washers, dryers, and finishing equipment in laundromats, hotels, hospitals, and multi-unit residential facilities.
• Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and OEM manuals to ensure compliant, high-quality installs.
• Connect equipment to electrical, plumbing, gas, and ventilation systems in accordance with local codes and manufacturer specifications.
• Level and anchor machines to floors and walls to meet safety and performance requirements.
• Test and troubleshoot installations prior to customer handoff.
• Coordinate job site logistics with general contractors, facility managers, and utility trades.
• Train end users and facility teams on operation and basic maintenance.
• Complete all required paperwork: installation records, inspection checklists, and warranty registrations.
• Maintain company vehicle, tools, and parts inventory in peak condition.
• Escalate top issues to the Manager and contribute ideas to improve best practices and processes.

What you bringEducation & Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years of experience in commercial, military, industrial, or manufacturing equipment repair preferred (or equivalent education/training/experience).
• Basic knowledge of electric, plumbing, and HVAC is helpful.
• Experience with telephone and email/ticketing dispatch systems for customer support preferred.
• Proficient computer skills: MS Outlook, Word, and Excel preferred.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify, diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve mechanical and electrical issues; comfortable reading electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Organized and detail-oriented; able to self-manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Clear, professional communicator—written, verbal, and interpersonal—across all levels.
• Resilient and adaptable in the face of change and ambiguity.
• Self-starter with a strong work ethic, initiative, and tenacity.

Travel

• Limited to the service territory; some overnight travel required.

Standard & Physical Requirements

• Regular sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, squatting, stooping, bending, climbing, and manual dexterity.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. frequently; assistive devices provided for heavier items.
• Frequent talking and hearing; hands-on work with tools and controls; periods of computer-based work with close vision and focus adjustment.
• Valid driver’s license; a company vehicle may be provided.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Record required.

How we work

Alliance Team Members Demonstrate DRIVE:

• Dedicated: Follows through on commitments. Strong say/do.
• Respectful: Acts with integrity and values diverse perspective.
• Innovative: Always looking for a better way; leads change.
• Versatile: Adapts quickly to changing circumstances. Demonstrates agility.
• Engaged: Acts like an owner. Wants to create and grow a business tightly aligned with market needs.

About Alliance Laundry Systems Distribution

For over 110 years, Alliance Laundry Systems Distribution has been a full-service partner for commercial and industrial laundry operations. We provide installation, factory-trained service, genuine parts replacement, site selection, financing, and store design. We exclusively offer trusted brands—Speed Queen®, UniMac®, and Huebsch®—renowned for durability and reliability. Our customers include laundromat owners, Speed Queen franchise operators, and on-premises laundry managers seeking to maximize profits and reduce operating costs.