Maintenance Mechanic

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

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits start day one

Job summary

US Foods, Inc. in Houma, LA is seeking a Maintenance Technician to keep pallet jacks, forklifts, and related warehouse equipment in top working order. You will perform repairs, schedule PMs, and ensure safety compliance for day and night operations.

This role requires a High School diploma or equivalent, at least six months of mechanic experience, and basic math and reading skills. Training in welding or trade school is a plus, and the team offers day-one benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; trade school preferred.
• At least six months of mechanic experience.
• Knowledge of equipment repair and operation; able to read and write legibly.

Responsibilities

• Perform necessary repairs and maintenance to warehouse equipment to insure machinery is available for day and night operations.
• Review equipment reports, record actions/repairs, and maintain a repair log per USF policy.
• Perform Preventative Maintenance (PMs) on equipment and maintain PM logs with proper documentation.
• Comply with safety guidelines (Lock Out/Tag Out, placarding, safe work environment).
• Maintain battery-charging area, batteries and related equipment.
• Manage company tools and maintenance equipment, including inventory, storage, and security of tool area.
• If authorized, purchase tools and equipment from local vendors as needed.
• Perform light maintenance tasks (bulbs, painting, racks, light plumbing, basic repairs).

Skills

Equipment maintenance

Repair and troubleshooting

Reading/Writing

Math basics

Education

High School diploma

Trade school training

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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