Maintenance Mechanic

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

Job summary

US Foods, Inc. is seeking a maintenance technician to uphold and repair warehouse equipment, ensuring continuous operation for shipping and receiving. This role requires performing PMs, recording repairs, and complying with safety standards across day and night shifts.

Pay starts at $25.00 per hour with benefits starting on day one; location is Gramercy, Louisiana. Experience with forklifts and related gear is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School education or equivalent preferred; additional mechanic training or trade school preferred.
• Six months minimum mechanic experience required.
• Knowledge of equipment repair and operation; ability to read/Write legibly; basic math skills; follow directions; work with little supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and maintenance on warehouse equipment (pallet jacks, forklifts, etc.) to ensure day and night operations with minimal downtime.
• Review equipment reports from warehouse staff; log actions and repairs per policy.
• Conduct Preventative Maintenance (PM) on equipment and maintain PM logs with proper documentation.
• Follow safety guidelines (Lock Out/Tag Out, placarding, documentation, safe work environment).
• Maintain and secure battery charging area and related equipment; manage tool storage and inventory.

Skills

Equipment repair

Welding

Reading/writing

Mathematics

Basic tools usage

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade school/mechanic training preferred

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Join Our Community of Food People!

BASIC PURPOSE

Responsible 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.

Job Description

Join Our Community of Food People!

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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