Maintenance Mechanic

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Job summary

US Foods, Inc. in Louisiana is seeking a maintenance technician to upkeep warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, highlifts, and forklifts to keep day and night operations running smoothly.

The role involves reviewing equipment reports, recording repairs, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring a safe work environment. You will also manage tool areas, secure battery charging, and assist with light repairs as needed.

Qualifications

• High School education or equivalent preferred; additional mechanic training or trade school preferred.
• Minimum six months of mechanic experience required.
• Knowledge of equipment repair and operation; able to repair and overhaul warehouse equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and maintenance on warehouse equipment (pallet jacks, high-lifts, forklifts, batteries).
• Review equipment reports, log actions taken, and maintain a repair log per policy.
• Perform preventive maintenance (PMs) and document PM logs.
• Follow safety guidelines (Lock Out/Tag Out, placarding, safe environment) per policy.
• Maintain and secure battery charging area and tools; manage inventory and tool storage.
• Possibly purchase tools from local vendors; perform light maintenance tasks as assigned.

Skills

Equipment repair knowledge

Reading & writing

Basic math

Little supervision

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Trade school or mechanic 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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