INDUSTRIAL SHOP/MECHANIC

Ralphs; Compton (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Ralphs is hiring a maintenance technician to perform preventative maintenance on lift trucks and repair electrical trucks. You will weld on equipment, maintain charged batteries and service elevated lifts, tuggers and pallet jacks.

A valid driver’s license and ability to meet production goals are required. The role emphasizes safe operation, teamwork and adherence to Kroger's safety and quality standards, with full-time schedule and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of systems and engine overhauls and how to read technical documents.
• Experience in equipment maintenance and troubleshooting mechanical faults.
• Welding and fabrication skills are required, with ability to operate lifting equipment.
• Must have valid driver’s license and ability to meet productivity expectations.
• High school education or equivalent with technical training in mechanics.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on lift trucks.
• Repair electrical trucks and perform welding on equipment as needed.
• Maintain batteries in a charged and working condition; service elevated lift trucks and carts.
• Operate forklift, electric cart, man lift and related tools safely.

Skills

Preventative maintenance

Troubleshooting

Welding & fabrication

Equipment operation

Effective communication

Time management

Education

High school education or equivalent

Technical training: mechanics, hydraulics, welding

Limited Maintenance Industrial license

Tools

Forklift operation

Electric cart operation

Man lift operation

Basic and power tools

Job description

Responsible for maintaining lift trucks performing preventative maintenance, repairing mechanical problems. Troubleshooting and investigates equipment malfunctions. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on lift trucks
• Repairs electrical trucks Performs welding on equipment and machinery as needed
• Maintains batteries in charged and working condition Maintains elevated lift trucks, tuggers, carts and pallet jacks
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without accommodation

Qualifications

Minimum

• Knowledge of systems and engine overhauls
• Read and interpret technical documents, manuals and instructions Equipment maintenance experience
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve equipment malfunctions Welding and fabrication skills
• Ability to operate special equipment, machinery and or tools including forklift, electric cart, man lift, basic and power tools
• Valid driver's license
• Time management skills, meet deadlines and productivity expectations
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse population
• High school education or equivalent
• Technical training in mechanics, hydraulics, welding
• Limited Maintenance Industrial license

Job Info

• Job Identification 217176
• Job Category Facility Eng/Construction/Maintenance
• Posting Date 08/11/2026, 10:57 PM
• Apply Before 09/10/2026, 10:57 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Minimum Salary $33.80
• Maximum Salary $33.80
• Line of Business Supply Chain & Distribution

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we’ve grown into what today is the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America’s grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.
Here, people matter. That’s why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you’re caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.
Whether you’re seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we’ve got a fresh opportunity for you.