Warehouse Equipment Mechanic

Performance Food Group (New); Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Performance Food Group is seeking a maintenance technician for material handling equipment and facility systems at our Springfield, MA location. You will perform troubleshooting, repairs, and preventative maintenance on forklifts, pallet jacks, and related gear, while maintaining records and schedules.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and 1 year of maintenance experience, with preference for an Associates degree and 6–10 years in similar settings.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year maintenance experience in large warehouse or fleet shop.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair and maintain material handling equipment.
• Perform general maintenance and repairs for facilities and grounds.
• Obtain daily work orders and minimize equipment downtime.
• Maintain maintenance records and schedule.
• Follow all safety standards and policies.

Skills

Maintenance

Safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates/2-year technical

Tools

Material Handling Equipment

Job description

Company Description:

Performance Foodservice, PFG's broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers - providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.

Job Description:

Under general supervision, performs the troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of material handling equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, scrubber, etc.). systems, general maintenance, repairs and installations on various equipment. Helps to maintain the facilities, buildings and grounds according to an established preventative maintenance schedule and on 'as needed" basis. Observes all safety and regulatory standards. Ensures quality of work product while working in an efficient and timely manner. This position functions as a team member within the department and organization as required and performs any duties assigned to best serve the Company.

Obtains daily work orders for material handling equipment maintenance and/or repair. Minimize down time for equipment.

Orders necessary parts required to maintain equipment.

Performs preventative maintenance according to equipment standards, guidelines and timeframes.

Ensures batteries and battery charging equipment are properly maintained and functional according to standards.

Maintains master maintenance and repair schedule and systems to ensure proper temperature and operation, assisting with repairs and maintenance, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining of facility.

Maintaining maintenance shop in a clean and orderly manner. Keeps accurate maintenance records and is financially prudent with all expenses incurred.

Follows all safety standards and policies.

Performs all needed general maintenance and repairs for grounds, warehouse, shop and office facilities.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Schedule: Sunday-Thursday 8:00pm to 4:30am

Benefits:

Qualifications:

• Education: High School Diploma/GED Experience
• Experience: 1 Year maintenance, material handling equipment maintenance and general maintenance and repairs for large warehouse, fleet shop and office facilities.

Preferred qualifications:

• Education: Associates/2-year technical
• Experience: 6 - 10 Years in maintenance, material handling equipment maintenance and general maintenance and repairs for large warehouse, fleet shop and office facilities. Foodservice distribution and warehousing industry experience.
• Professional Certification(s): Material Handling Equipment Technician education/certification

EEO Statement:

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.