Maintenance Mechanic

US Foods; Marrero, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits starting day one

401(k) Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

Job summary

US Foods is seeking a maintenance technician to uphold and repair warehouse equipment, including pallet jacks and forklifts, to keep day and night operations running smoothly.

You will review repair logs, perform preventative maintenance, and ensure safety standards are followed in all tasks. The role includes maintaining battery charging areas and tools, with opportunities for light additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• At least 6 months of mechanic experience required.
• Knowledge of equipment repair and operation is essential.
• Ability to follow instructions and work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and maintenance on warehouse equipment (pallet jacks, forklifts, etc.) to ensure 24/7 operations.
• Review equipment reports, log actions taken, and maintain repair logs per policy.
• Perform preventative maintenance and document PM logs as required.
• Adhere to safety guidelines (Lock Out/Tag Out, placarding, safe work environment).
• Maintain and secure battery charging area and tools; purchase tools as needed.
• Perform light maintenance tasks as assigned (bulbs, painting, racks, etc.)

Skills

Equipment repair

Welding

Basic math

Reading/writing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade school/mechanic training

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

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.**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. *Check out our Benefits by clicking on the link****Health Plan Identifier (benefitspricing.com)*** 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.