Maintenance Mechanic

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits starting day one

Dental benefits starting day one

Vision benefits starting day one

401(k) Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

Job summary

US Foods, Inc. is seeking a warehouse equipment technician to service pallet jacks, highlifts, and forklifts, ensuring reliable operations for day and night warehouse activity. You will perform repairs, document maintenance logs, and follow safety protocols.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent with at least six months of mechanic experience. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM, with benefits starting on day one.

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent required; trade school preferred.
• At least six months of mechanic experience.
• Knowledge of equipment repair and operation; ability to read/write and follow orders.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain warehouse equipment (pallet jacks, forklifts, etc.) for day and night operations.
• Review equipment reports, log actions and repairs, and maintain repair logs.
• Perform preventative maintenance and document PM logs.
• Follow safety guidelines (Lock Out/Tag Out, placarding, safe work practices).
• Maintain battery charging area and tools; manage inventory and storage of equipment.
• Purchase tools locally if authorized; perform light maintenance as needed.

Skills

Equipment repair

Overhaul warehouse gear

Welding

Reading/writing

Basic math

Minimal supervision

Education

High School or equivalent

Mechanic training/trade school

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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