MHE Technician

C&S Wholesale Grocers; Brattleboro (VT); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

C&S Wholesale Grocers is seeking a Tech III, MHE to oversee and repair the Material Handling Equipment fleet in our Brattleboro, VT facilities. You will manage diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and repairs for forklifts, jacks, scissor lifts, and related equipment, while ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards.

Responsibilities include logging work orders in CMMS, communicating with maintenance teams, and assisting in SOPs and equipment budgets.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with Crown, Raymond, and Toyota material handling equipment.
• Certifications for handling equipment (Raymond, Crown, Toyota, etc.).
• Knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems, PLC/low voltage controls.

Responsibilities

• Oversee repair of MHE fleet and conduct preventive maintenance per manufacturer guidelines.
• Log time and materials in CMMS daily for repairs and PMs.
• Communicate maintenance status to management and teams; ensure housekeeping of work areas.
• Interpret plans and manuals to supervise repairs and maintenance; develop SOPs and schedules.
• Assist in managing outside contractors and in budgeting for projects.

Skills

MHE maintenance

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

PLC/Low voltage control

CMMS

Diagnostics/troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Position Overview

The primary purpose of the Tech III, MHE position is to oversee and repair material handling equipment (MHE). This role will oversee the safe operation, repairs, and preventative maintenance of MHE equipment including electric and propane industrial forklifts, pallet jacks, hi‑low lifts, scissor lifts, scrubbers/sweepers, battery charging stations and cars, batteries, etc. Provide assistance to Supervisor/Manager of Maintenance to ensure assets are managed in accordance with the following: Equipment/parts manufacturers, equipment/parts suppliers, EPA, OSHA and applicable State and Local Codes.

Job Description

Oversee and manage the repair of the MHE fleet including monitoring and trending, troubleshooting and repairs and preventative maintenance. Conducting preventive maintenance (P.M.'s) within manufacturer's guidelines/specifications and established timelines to include oil changes, filter changes, calibration of equipment, belts changes, inspections, adjustments, lubrication, etc. Concise reporting of required inspections, evaluations, P.M. procedures, etc. and clear communication with Management, etc. Responsible for logging time and materials into computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) on a daily basis in the form of repairs, P.M.s, etc. Responsible for daily communication of all pertinent information regarding equipment operation and maintenance to departmental management and other maintenance teams. Responsible for housekeeping, clean up of all maintenance areas/work areas on a daily basis. Required to interpret and understand plans and specifications, schematics, operating and maintenance manuals, etc. for all systems being overseen. Assist manager/supervisor in developing standard operating procedures, daily work schedules, and duty cycles for all repairs and maintenance for MHE and battery equipment. Assist in managing outside battery, MHE, and electrical contractors conducting service, repair and new contract work. Assist management in creation of budgets for individual projects, yearly capital and yearly operating expenses.

This position will also assist the battery technicians. Duties will include assisting in battery charger repairs, battery changes for MHE, repair of plugs and tips of batteries and chargers, watering and washing batteries, acid spill clean up, battery rack cleaning, battery area sweeping and cleaning, and other general maintenance activities. This position will also assist the building and refrigeration maintenance teams. Duties will include assisting in general building repairs, electrical troubleshooting and repairs, refrigeration systems repair and maintenance, and other general maintenance activities.

Travel Required:No Environment Warehouse : Store/Grocery Warehouse (50F to 90F) Warehouse : Perishable Warehouse (28F to 60F) Warehouse : Freezer (-20F to 0F)

Skills Specialized Knowledge

Extensive experience with Crown, Raymond, and Toyota material. Manufacturer Certifications (Raymond, Crown, Toyota, etc.) handling equipment. Detailed knowledge of hydraulic systems/schematics/components, electrical systems/schematics both AC and DC systems, drive motors, power amps, electrical controls including PLC systems. Detailed knowledge of mechanical systems including transmissions, drive units, differentials, braking systems, internal combustion motors, telescopic masts, reach mechanisms, steering systems, suspension systems, etc. Building and HVAC: General knowledge of building (Dock doors and plates, electrical, HVAC systems, etc.) systems. CMMS: Computerized Maintenance Management System experience for logging work orders and P.M.s Special Skills : Hydraulic systems, Electronic Systems, PLC/Low Voltage Control Systems

Physical abilities

Some travel, site inspections, equipment inspections, mechanical repairs and replacements, all which require good mobility, physical exertion, walking, bending, reaching, climbing ladders, carrying tools and parts, etc. Other: OSHA, ASE Certifications (Electrical, Mechanical, Braking Systems, etc.) Although this position states no travel required, there may be times when support is needed at other facilities and travel may be asked of the associate.

Years Of Experience 2-5 Relevant experience. 4 years: MHE Maintenance Position. Qualifications KPIs, Safety & Sanitiation, Technical Certification - Electrical Engineering Technology, Training & Development, Values & Teamwork, Warranty Shift 1st Shift (United States of America) Company C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC

About Our Company

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases and institutions with over 100,000 different products. C&S also proudly operates and supports corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisees under a chain‑style model throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. We are an engaged corporate citizen, supporting causes that positively impact our communities. Working Safely is a Condition of Employment at C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC. C&S Wholesale Grocers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act. C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases and institutions with over 100,000 different products. C&S also proudly operates and supports corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisees under a chain‑style model throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. We are an engaged corporate citizen, supporting causes that positively impact our communities.