Maintenance Mechanic

US Foods, Inc.; Belle Chasse (LA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

US Foods, Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Equipment Technician to maintain and repair machinery such as pallet jacks, forklifts, and high-lifts to support 24/7 warehouse operations.

Responsibilities include reviewing equipment reports, performing preventative maintenance, logging actions, and ensuring safety compliance. This role requires basic math, reading/writing, and at least six months of mechanics experience; on-site work with standard hours.

Qualifications

• High School education or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum six months mechanic experience required.
• Basic reading, writing, and math skills; able to follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain warehouse equipment (pallet jacks, high-lifts, forklifts) to ensure day and night operations.
• Review equipment reports, log actions taken, and maintain a repair log per USF policy.
• Perform preventive maintenance (PM) on equipment and maintain PM logs with proper documentation.
• Follow safety guidelines (Lock Out/Tag Out, placarding, proper documentation) per USF and regulations.
• Maintain battery-charging area and inventory of tools; secure storage of equipment.

Skills

Knowledge of equipment repair

Education

High School education or equivalent

Mechanic training or trade school degree

Job description

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE

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BASIC PURPOSEResponsible for upkeep and maintenance of warehouse-related equipment (i.e. pallet jacks, highlifts, forklifts, batteries, etc). This keeps day and night warehouse operations functional to ensure efficient shipping and receiving of product.

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Schedule: Monday - Friday from 8:30 AM - 5:00 PMPay: $25.00 per hour.Benefits: Effective on day one of employment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform necessary repairs and maintenance to warehouse-related equipment (i.e. pallet jacks, high-lifts, forklifts, etc.) to insure that adequate machinery is available for day and night warehouse operations.Review any equipment reports submitted by warehouse associates, record actions/repairs taken, and maintains a repair log per USF policy.Perform PM’s (Preventative Maintenance) on equipment, and maintain PM log with proper documentation, per USF policy.Comply with all USF and government guidelines regarding safety when working on equipment (i.e. Lock Out/Tag Out, placarding and required documentation, safe work environment, etc.)Maintain and secure the battery-charging area, batteries and other equipment contained therein.Responsible for company tools and maintenance equipment used in performance of job duties, including inventory maintenance, safe operation, proper storage, and security of tool area.If authorized, may purchase tools and other equipment needs from local vendors to perform required duties.

Performs light maintenance duties as assigned (i.e., replacement of light bulbs, painting, storage rack repairs, light plumbing, equipment repairs, basic drywall and concrete repairs, etc.)

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Training: High School education or equivalent preferred; additional mechanic training or trade school degree preferred.Related Experience: A minimum of six months previous mechanic experience required.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Knowledge of equipment repair and operation; able to repair and overhaul warehouse equipment; welding ability; able to read and write legibly; able to follow orders; basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide); able to work with little direct supervision

BENEFITS START DAY ONE:

medical, dental, vision, 401(k) Plan, and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) life insurance and paid parental leave.

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Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law. The expected base rate for this role is between $25 per hour and $31 per hour.

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