Maintenance Mechanic

US Foods, Inc.; Hanover Township (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Day One

Health insurance

Overtime pay

Job summary

US Foods is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to upkeep warehouse equipment at our Allentown, PA facility. You will perform repairs, conduct preventative maintenance, and document actions to ensure continuous operation and safe shipping/receiving of products.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent, with preferred trade training and at least six months of mechanic experience. Expect a schedule with overtime opportunities and comprehensive benefits Day One.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; trade school or mechanic training preferred.
• Six months of mechanic experience minimum.
• Knowledge of equipment repair and operation; ability to read and write legibly.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and maintenance on warehouse equipment (pallet jacks, highlifts, forklifts, etc.).
• Review equipment reports and maintain a repair log per policy.
• Perform Preventative Maintenance (PM) and document PM logs.
• Follow safety guidelines (Lock Out/Tag Out, placarding, safe work environment).
• Maintain and secure battery-charging area and tools inventory.

Skills

Equipment repair

Reading & writing

Mathematical skills

Ability to follow instructions

Welding ability

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Trade school or mechanic training

Tools

Basic mechanical tools

Job description

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITEBASIC 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.Become A US FOODS Maintenance MechanicAdvance your career in the foodservice industry with US Foods! Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package along with a strong safety culture that supports your success.Our Maintenance Mechanics may earn up to $36.18 per hour PLUS overtime!Schedule & LocationMonday-Thursday 12:00pm-8:30pm and Friday 10:00am-6:00pm | Allentown, PABenefits Day OneFrom affordable health care to retirement savings, your benefits begin immediately, not weeks later! Get all the details here.We help you make it! US FOODS is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promotion from within, excellent training programs and a continuous improvement focus.We are looking for Maintenance Mechanic's who relish the chance to push their potential, grow and reap the rewards of joining the US FOODS family.US FOODS has a lot to offer:US FOODS is the company built on YOU Matter, where your hard work is rewardedWe are committed to compensation, benefits that respect, and reward our employees for their dedication and hard workService recognition and employee rewardsStrong safety culture and exceptional local leadership.Excellent LeadershipMain Ingredients of the Job!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.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Perform necessary repairs and maintenance to warehouse-related equipment (i.e. pallet jacks, highlifts, 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.)SUPERVISIONRELATIONSHIPSInternal: Warehouse personnel and supervisory staff, Operations support, Maintenance and Sanitation personnelExternal: Outside vendorsQUALIFICATIONSEducation/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 supervisionPhysical Requirements:JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO:1. SIT Occasionally2. STAND Frequently3. WALK Frequently4. DRIVE Occasionally (Test drives equipment)JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO LIFT:1. 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) Continuously2. 10-20 lbs (Light) Frequently3. 25-50 lbs (Medium) Occasionally4. 50-100 lbs (Heavy) Occasionally5. Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) NeverJOB REQUIRES WORKER TO CARRY:1. 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) Frequently2. 10-20 lbs (Light) Frequently3. 25-50 lbs (Medium) Occasionally4. 50-100 lbs (Heavy) Occasionally5. Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) NeverJOB REQUIRES WORKER TO:1. Push/pull Occasionallye.g.: Boxes, pallet jack control arm, hand tools, drive units2. Climb/balance Occasionallye.g.: equipment Pallet Jack, fork lift, order selector3. Stoop/squat Frequently4. Kneel/bend Occasionally5. Bend Frequently6. Reach above shoulder Occasionally7. Grasp objects Frequently8. Manipulate objects Frequently9. Twisting OccasionallyCompensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between $36.18 and $42.45.As applicable, this role may also receive overtime compensation.Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html.***EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status******EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***