What You'll DoTroubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic problems on production equipmentRun scheduled preventive maintenance: inspect motors and belts, check fluid levels, change filters, and lubricate bearings, shafts and gearsRepair or replace motors, gear reducers, bearings, air cylinders, solenoid valves and steam trapsHandle routine welding, cutting and pipe repair as neededPerform daily and weekly boiler safety checks and routine water testingHelp with wastewater pretreatment testingKeep maintenance records and work orders up to dateWork with production supervisors and the maintenance team on emergency and planned repairsFollow lockout/tagout and other safety procedures, and keep the shop clean and organizedWhat You Need2+ years of maintenance experience in a plant, manufacturing or industrial setting (military maintenance experience counts)Solid mechanical troubleshooting and repair skillsWorking knowledge of basic electrical: motors, motor starters, 3-phase power, and using a multimeterExperience with pneumatics and hydraulicsAbility to read equipment manuals and basic wiring diagrams in EnglishHigh school diploma or GEDBasic computer skills for work ordersAble to work rotating shifts, some weekends, and overtime when neededAble to lift, push and pull up to 50 lbs and be on your feet most of the shiftA Plus, Not Required (we'll train you on the rest)Welding (MIG, TIG, stick) and brazingBoilers or steam systemsPLCs and variable frequency drives (VFDs)Industrial laundry equipmentLockout/tagout, confined space or OSHA 10 trainingWhy You'll Like It HereVirginia Linen Service is part of a family-owned company that started right here in Petersburg in 1934. Industrial Maintenance TechnicianPetersburg, VA (875 E. Bank St.) | Full-Time | Overtime EligiblePay: $31–$35 per hour (about $64,000–$73,000 a year), based on experience, plus overtime at time and a halfSchedule: Rotating shifts, including some weekends.