Maintenance Helper

Responsibilities

Mission Linen Supply is currently looking for an experienced Maintenance Helper. The Maintenance Helper supports the repair, maintenance, installation, and troubleshooting of industrial equipment such as washers, dryers, steam tunnels, conveyor systems, and boilers. This position supports preventive maintenance that includes welding, boiler chemical testing and making necessary chemistry adjustments, resolving safety concerns, and preparing maintenance records.

This in-plant position requires strong technical knowledge of industrial equipment, the ability to work with varied mechanical/electrical systems, and strong leadership skills. We are looking for knowledge of, or a 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 positive work environment with numerous opportunities for growth and success.

Why Mission Linen Supply

If you're looking for a stable industry where your technical skills keep essential operations running — this role is built for that. Mission Linen Supply is a family-owned, privately held company and a leading provider of linen, uniform, and facility service products across five western states. Founded in 1930 and headquartered in Santa Barbara, CA, Mission has grown from a one-man operation into an industry leader, while remaining stable, essential, and steadily growing. Industrial laundry and linen services are a recession-resistant, essential industry — hospitals, hotels, and restaurants need clean linens and uniforms regardless of the economy. That means real, ongoing opportunities for career advancement, not a static org chart.

Compensation

• Pay range: $18.00–$22.00 per hour
• Starting pay is based on education, experience, other qualifications, and location of assignment

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings program
• Paid time off (sick, holiday, vacation)
• Full-time employment with full benefits

Qualifications

Duties & Responsibilities

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

Required Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma (required)
• Minimum of two years of maintenance engineering experience (required), with specific knowledge of machinery, electricity, electronics, plumbing, welding, and boiler applications
• Experience with mechanical troubleshooting, hydraulics, pneumatics, and reading repair manuals and schematics
• Mission will provide training in Steam Boiler, Electrical, Pneumatic, Schematics, Maintenance, Welding, and Plumbing
• Physical requirements: standing or moving through the plant during the workday; maintenance tasks require some stooping, pulling, pushing, and working in cramped areas; must be able to lift up to 50 lbs

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Ready to Put Your Technical Skills to Work?

If you're a hard-working maintenance professional looking for a stable industry and steady, essential work, apply today!

Overview

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.