Maintenance Supervisor - UniFirst

Salt Lake City, UT, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

Training

career growth

Culture

diversity

Job Description

UniFirst is a distinguished leader in the $18 billion garment services industry, renowned for its strong family culture and a corporate environment that balances a small company feel with the stability and resources of a large organization. With over 13,000 team members serving more than 300,000 business locations across the U.S., Canada, and Europe, UniFirst backs its 80-year legacy with continuous growth, making it a dynamic place for career advancement. Recognized for excellence by Selling Power magazine as one of the "Best Companies to Sell For" and honored by Forbes magazine in the "Platinum 400 – Best Big Companies," UniFirst continues to pave the way in the industry by nurturing talent and emphasizing inclusivity and diversity.

The Maintenance Supervisor role at UniFirst is tailored for dependable and skilled professionals who ensure that all facility equipment operates efficiently while continuously identifying opportunities for improvement in processes and maintenance practices. This position is integral to upholding the standards of the facility’s operational capabilities through vigilant supervision and proactive management of maintenance personnel and resources. The role demands technical proficiency across mechanical, electrical, and control systems, including experience with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), welding, and compliance protocols. Working within a structured Monday through Friday schedule with occasional overtime, the Maintenance Supervisor benefits from an immediate opening and on-the-job training that equips them for a fruitful career path at UniFirst.

In this position, the Maintenance Supervisor leads the maintenance department by troubleshooting complex equipment issues, coordinating preventive maintenance, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance, and partnering with production management to oversee budgetary and capital expenditure planning. The role also emphasizes staff development through consistent training, the use of computerized maintenance management systems, and adherence to strict safety procedures such as lockout/tagout and confined space protocols. This supervisory role demands a high level of responsibility, technical expertise, and leadership acumen to maintain an efficient, safe, and compliant production environment. With UniFirst’s culture of career growth and diversity, the Maintenance Supervisor is positioned not only as a technical leader but also as a pivotal contributor to the company’s ongoing success and commitment to its team partners.

Job Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age
Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record
Must pass UniFirst’s maintenance knowledge assessment
Knowledge of maintenance equipment including wiring, electrical, mechanical, electronic components, pipe systems and plumbing
At least 3 years work experience repairing industrial processing equipment in a production environment
Maintenance administration experience including planning, scheduling, budgeting, negotiating, parts management, vendor management, maintenance management systems
Ability to read blueprints and schematics
Ability to understand maintenance literature in English
Proficiency in Microsoft Office skills
Experience in hand and power tools
Lockout/tagout experience
Ability to work overtime as needed
Ability to lift up to 80 lbs
Must be at least 21 years of age

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or GED preferred
Two-year technical degree in an appropriate background preferred
Minimum of 3 years of work experience repairing industrial processing equipment in a production environment
Minimum of 2 years of experience supervising maintenance personnel preferred
Maintenance administration experience including planning, scheduling, budgeting, negotiating, parts and vendor management, maintenance management systems
Ability to read blueprints and schematics
Ability to read and understand maintenance literature in English
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Experience with hand and power tools
Lockout/tagout experience
Valid driver's license and safe driving record
Must pass UniFirst’s maintenance knowledge assessment
Ability to work overtime
Ability to lift up to 80 lbs

Job Duties

Diagnose mechanical and electrical problems and determine corrective action by checking blueprints, schematics, repair manuals and parts catalogs
Inspect, operate, and test machinery and equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions
Perform basic welding activities to effect repairs on facilities and equipment
Troubleshoot and repair programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and associated control systems
Perform and assign all preventive maintenance on facility and production assets
Follow blueprints, schematics, operations manuals, manufacturer’s instructions, and engineering specifications using a documented schedule
Perform boiler chemical and wastewater pre-treatment system testing, record results, and make necessary chemical adjustments
Manage and assign all equipment maintenance, including repairs beyond standard hours
Assume responsibility for all shifts in the maintenance department
Oversee and implement all maintenance related regulatory and environmental compliance requirements
Assume responsibility for safety within the maintenance department
Perform confined space and lockout/tagout procedures where appropriate
Monitor training status of technicians and provide time for required training
Utilize a computerized maintenance management system
Partner with the Production Manager to develop, manage and maintain budgets for building, equipment, capital expenditures, and parts/labor
Train and develop maintenance partners
Perform other duties as assigned by leadership